New to Switzerland?
Moving to another country is never an easy decision. There are various reasons that lead you to settle in another country. Your partner, your family, your job and many more. Obrist Helps supports you in the areas of taxes and insurance - specializing in you, New Arrivals / International Local Hires.
Your health insurance in Switzerland:
Every person living in Switzerland must have health insurance. You must choose a health insurance company within three months of entering Switzerland. The service level of the various health insurance companies differs greatly, as do the “doctor models”, the deductible, the supplementary insurance and, last but not least, the premium. Obrist Helps sheds light on the matter and helps you find your health insurance company.
Liability insurance – the absolute minimum:
Everyone should be aware of the importance of liability insurance - even if it is not compulsory. With liability insurance, you protect yourself against any damage to third parties.
Here are some examples:
- You are in your apartment and are washing your hands in the bathroom. Suddenly the soap dispenser falls into the sink, which immediately cracks. The sink that needs to be replaced belongs to your landlord. The liability insurance will cover the damage for you.
- You're using your friend's smartphone to google the nearest restaurant in your area. Suddenly the phone falls to the floor. The screen breaks and has to be replaced. The liability insurance pays for the repair.
