Medical Treatment
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Insurance for Switzerland
Medical travel insurance: coverage and useful tips.
Why insurance
Why buy travel insurance?
Key reasons before every international trip
Medical Transportation
Transport to a medical facility when required
Trip Cancellation
Refund in case of force majeure and unexpected disruptions
Peace of Mind
Travel without worries with reliable insurance support
Insurance & Alpine risksSwitzerland
Travel insurance for Switzerland: Schengen rules and the mountain-rescue trap
Switzerland stacks two reasons to be covered: a Schengen visa rule and the highest medical prices in Europe. If you need a visa, €30,000 of medical cover is the legal minimum — and it must stay valid for 15 days beyond your departure date, a Swiss-specific buffer.
- Schengen visa applicants must show at least €30,000 in medical cover valid across all 29 Schengen states, including emergency evacuation and repatriation.
- EU/EFTA travellers with an EHIC get public treatment, but it won't cover private clinics, repatriation, or the top-up Swiss hospitals bill.
- Mountain rescue is the classic uninsured shock: a Rega helicopter averages ~CHF 4,500, and complex searches run into tens of thousands — for foreigners Rega only covers the flight to the nearest hospital.
- Hiking, skiing, or anything at altitude? Check that your policy names mountain rescue and off-piste activities explicitly.
Swiss healthcare is genuinely expensive: a Rega flight averages CHF 4,500 and a basic ER consultation starts well into the hundreds of francs. A Schengen-compliant policy with real evacuation cover usually costs a fraction of a single rescue.
For a ski or hiking trip, prioritise high medical and evacuation limits over headline price. Compare plans below.
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Guide5 steps
How the insurance process works
Simple steps to reliable coverage
01
Select destination and travel dates
Choose your travel country and the policy validity period.
02
Choose activity type and coverage limit
Specify your activity level and the required coverage amount.
03
Enter traveler details
Provide personal information in Latin characters as shown in your passport.
04
Review details and complete payment
Confirm the accuracy of all information and finalize the purchase.
05
Receive your policy by email
Your insurance policy is delivered automatically within 1–2 minutes.
Questions & answersFAQ
Popular questions
Everything about documents, payouts and support
Why do I need travel insurance?+
Medical care abroad can be expensive. Travel insurance covers treatment, hospitalization, emergency assistance and transportation, protecting you from unexpected costs.
Which insurance plan is right for my destination?+
Most plans provide worldwide coverage, but specific conditions vary by provider. You can compare plans suitable for Montenegro, Qatar, Switzerland and other destinations on the insurance page.
Should I buy insurance before the trip?+
It’s recommended to purchase before departure. Some companies allow buying while already abroad, but coverage usually starts only after crossing the border or on the selected start date.
Is the insurance valid for visa applications?+
Most policies meet visa requirements (including Schengen), but exact compliance depends on the provider and plan type.
Do travel insurance plans cover COVID-19?+
Yes, most modern plans include COVID-19 coverage. Details depend on the provider.
What should I do in case of an emergency?+
Contact your insurance provider using the phone numbers or chat listed in your policy. They will guide you, organize care and help with next steps.
Do I have to pay for treatment myself?+
It depends on the provider. Some policies offer direct billing with clinics, while others reimburse expenses after providing receipts.
Can I buy insurance for a child or another traveler?+
Yes. Most providers allow purchasing a policy for anyone as long as you enter accurate traveler information.
How long can the policy last?+
Minimum duration is usually 2-3 days, maximum – up to 365 days depending on the provider.
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