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Basic and supplementary cover, explained for people new to the Swiss system.

Helsana Health Insurance Switzerland: The Complete Guide for Expats (2026)

If you have just moved to Switzerland — or you are about to — you have probably already heard the name Helsana. It is the country's largest health insurer, which means two things at once: it is a safe, financially solid choice, and its sheer size can make it feel harder to get a straight answer out of than a smaller, boutique insurer would.

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Sanitas Health Insurance Explained

Sanitas sits in the mainstream of the Swiss market with a strong digital offering. This is what that means in practice.

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