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Health Insurance23 Jul 20265 min read
How Swiss Health Insurance Works

Understand how Swiss health insurance works, who must have it, the difference between mandatory and supplementary insurance, and how to choose the right coverage for yourself and your family in Switzerland.

Health Insurance23 Jul 20267 min read
Basic vs Supplementary Insurance in Switzerland: A Complete Guide

Understand the difference between mandatory Swiss basic health insurance (KVG) and optional supplementary insurance (VVG), what each covers, and how to decide what your family really needs.

Pregnancy & Family22 Jul 20264 min read
Baby insurance before birth: What every expectant parent should know in Switzerland

Everything expectant parents need to know about baby health insurance in Switzerland, including mandatory insurance, supplementary insurance, legal deadlines and common mistakes.

Moving to Switzerland23 Jul 20266 min read
Moving to Switzerland with Children: A Complete Insurance Guide for Expat Families

Everything expat families need to know about Swiss health insurance, schools, permits and family life when moving to Switzerland with children — including deadlines, costs and practical checklists.

Pregnancy & Family23 Jul 20266 min read
Insurance Timeline for New Parents in Switzerland: From Pregnancy to Age 3

A month-by-month insurance timeline for new parents in Switzerland — from pregnancy and hospital choice to newborn enrolment, supplementary cover and family allowances.

Swiss Insurance Guide22 Jul 20264 min read
The Most Common Swiss Insurance Mistakes — and How to Avoid Them

From missed deadlines to over-insuring, these are the most common — and most expensive — mistakes people make with Swiss health, life and property insurance. Learn how to avoid each one.

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Health Insurance23 Jul 20265 min read
How Swiss Health Insurance Works

Understand how Swiss health insurance works, who must have it, the difference between mandatory and supplementary insurance, and how to choose the right coverage for yourself and your family in Switzerland.

Health Insurance23 Jul 20267 min read
Basic vs Supplementary Insurance in Switzerland: A Complete Guide

Understand the difference between mandatory Swiss basic health insurance (KVG) and optional supplementary insurance (VVG), what each covers, and how to decide what your family really needs.

Pregnancy & Family22 Jul 20264 min read
Baby insurance before birth: What every expectant parent should know in Switzerland

Everything expectant parents need to know about baby health insurance in Switzerland, including mandatory insurance, supplementary insurance, legal deadlines and common mistakes.

Moving to Switzerland23 Jul 20266 min read
Moving to Switzerland with Children: A Complete Insurance Guide for Expat Families

Everything expat families need to know about Swiss health insurance, schools, permits and family life when moving to Switzerland with children — including deadlines, costs and practical checklists.

Pregnancy & Family23 Jul 20266 min read
Insurance Timeline for New Parents in Switzerland: From Pregnancy to Age 3

A month-by-month insurance timeline for new parents in Switzerland — from pregnancy and hospital choice to newborn enrolment, supplementary cover and family allowances.

Swiss Insurance Guide22 Jul 20264 min read
The Most Common Swiss Insurance Mistakes — and How to Avoid Them

From missed deadlines to over-insuring, these are the most common — and most expensive — mistakes people make with Swiss health, life and property insurance. Learn how to avoid each one.

Health Insurance28 Jul 202610 min read
What Is the Swiss Franchise? A Clear Guide for Residents

The Swiss franchise is the annual amount you pay yourself before basic health insurance (KVG) contributes. Learn how it works, which level to choose and when to change it.

Pregnancy & Family28 Jul 202613 min read
Maternity Benefits in Switzerland Explained

A clear guide to Swiss maternity benefits: the 14-week federal allowance, eligibility, employment protection, the two-week other-parent leave and cantonal top-ups.

Pregnancy & Family26 Jul 202614 min read
Pregnancy in Switzerland: Healthcare & Birth Guide

How pregnancy care, health insurance, costs, birth options and maternity leave work in Switzerland — a practical English-language guide for residents and expats.

Pensions & Financial Planning26 Jul 202615 min read
What Is the Swiss Second Pillar (BVG/LPP)?

A complete guide to Switzerland's occupational pension system: who is insured, how contributions work, and the retirement, disability and survivor benefits the Second Pillar provides.

Pensions & Financial Planning25 Jul 202613 min read
Pillar 3a vs Pillar 3b Explained: Key Differences, Tax Benefits & Which Is Right for You

A clear Swiss comparison of Pillar 3a and Pillar 3b — tax benefits, flexibility, withdrawal rules and which one fits your situation.

Pensions & Financial Planning25 Jul 202611 min read
3rd Pillar Switzerland Maximum 2026: Official Contribution Limits & Tax Savings

Learn the official 2026 Pillar 3a contribution limits, eligibility rules, tax savings, deadlines and practical strategies to maximise your retirement savings in Switzerland.

Pensions & Financial Planning24 Jul 202610 min read
The Swiss 3rd Pillar Explained: Pillar 3a, Tax Benefits and How It Works

A clear, expert English-language guide to Switzerland's 3rd pillar — how Pillar 3a and 3b work, 2025 contribution limits, tax benefits, withdrawal rules and what expats need to know.

Pregnancy & Family24 Jul 202611 min read
How Much Does It Cost to Have a Baby in Switzerland?

A clear, Switzerland-first breakdown of what a birth actually costs — what basic health insurance (KVG) covers in full, what you may still pay out of pocket, and how to plan ahead as a family or expat.

Health Insurance24 Jul 20266 min read
How to Switch Health Insurance in Switzerland: Step-by-Step Guide

Everything you need to switch Swiss basic health insurance safely: comparison, timing, cancellation letter template and common mistakes to avoid.

Health Insurance23 Jul 20266 min read
Health Insurance Costs in Switzerland: What Families Really Pay

Realistic 2026 premiums for adults, young adults and children in Switzerland — plus the levers that reduce cost without cutting coverage.

Health Insurance23 Jul 202610 min read
Swiss Deductible Explained: How the Franchise Works in 2026

How the Swiss health insurance deductible (franchise) works — options, coinsurance, deadlines and how to choose the right level for your family.

Health Insurance23 Jul 20266 min read
How to Choose Health Insurance in Switzerland

A step-by-step English guide for families and expats: KVG basics, franchise, insurance models, supplementary cover and the 30 November deadline.

Health Insurance23 Jul 20266 min read
Swiss Health Insurance Deadlines Every Family Should Know

The full Swiss KVG and VVG calendar: 3-month enrolment, 30 November switch, premium-change special termination, franchise and newborn timelines.

Moving to Switzerland23 Jul 20267 min read
Best Health Insurance for Expats in Switzerland: How to Choose Well

Why there is no single 'best' Swiss insurer for expats — and how internationally mobile families should structure basic and supplementary cover.

Pregnancy & Family22 Jul 202610 min read
Common Mistakes Parents Make When Choosing Baby Insurance in Switzerland

The most frequent mistakes parents make when arranging Swiss health insurance for a new baby — KVG deadlines, VVG underwriting, deductibles and insurance models — and how to avoid them.

Pregnancy & Family22 Jul 20268 min read
Mandatory vs Supplementary Health Insurance for Babies in Switzerland

Understand the difference between mandatory KVG basic insurance and optional VVG supplementary insurance for babies in Switzerland, including what each covers, when to apply and how to choose the right cover for your family.

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