Observe 3-month health insurance deadline
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1. Observe 3-month health insurance deadline
A person taking up residence in Switzerland who is subject to compulsory insurance generally has three months to join an authorised health insurer.
When?
Where insurance is mandatory, generally within 3 months after taking up residence or when the insurance obligation begins.
Where / who?
An approved Swiss health insurer; supervision/allocation by the competent cantonal body.
What to prepare?
Personal details, residence/stay information and information required for the insurance application.
What to check?
If registration is completed on time, coverage generally applies from the start of the insurance obligation; late registration can lead to disadvantages/allocation. Check exceptions separately.
Official source: Bundesamt für Gesundheit
