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Do I need travel health insurance?

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Who is this for

Anyone travelling abroad — especially outside the EU/EFTA or for adventure activities.

Make sure it covers
  • Emergency medical treatment and hospital stays abroad.
  • Medical repatriation / air ambulance home.
  • Your specific activities (diving, trekking, motorbiking).
  • Pre-existing medical conditions — declare them.
  • A 24/7 emergency assistance hotline.
Watch out for
  • Your normal health insurance often does NOT cover repatriation.
  • EHIC/GHIC covers state care in the EU only — not repatriation or private clinics.
  • Adventure sports and alcohol-related incidents are common exclusions.
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Source: Swiss EKRM / FCDO