Is health insurance compulsory?

Yes.

 

You and every member of your family must have his or her own basic cover. Click here for detailed information.

 

If you fail to insure yourself within three months, the canton will chose a provider for you and you will be sent a premium bill by the provider. Cover and premiums are backdated to the beginning of your residence.

 

There are some exceptions. For example if you have alternative cover that provides better coverage than any Swiss insurance you can be exempted upon approval. Click here for further exemptions.