Health Insurance

Basic insurance is mandatory in Switzerland and covers legally defined basic services. Savings potential arises primarily through the choice of model, deductible and the correct comparison of premiums.

Cross-border commuters face different insurance rules depending on where they live and work. Missing the right deadline can lock in the wrong setup for years.

Anyone moving to Switzerland has three months to arrange basic insurance themselves. This page covers how the deadline works, what you decide before comparing, and when an exemption is possible.

Prenatal registration can secure insurance cover for your baby before birth and make supplementary insurance easier to obtain. Timing matters, especially when you want broader benefits from day one.

Supplementary insurance adds voluntary benefits beyond the mandatory basic plan, such as upgraded hospital cover, prevention or alternative medicine. Choosing well means comparing benefits, underwriting rules and price together.