| Re: Health Insurance FAQs
thank you Kamarate, the site you suggested answered my doubts, but i was just
13. Do I have to remain insured in Switzerland when I am temporarily abroad (travelling, studying)?
Yes. If you leave the country for a certain period but do not take up residence abroad, you are still required to have insurance in Switzerland (even if you have informed the local authority of your absence).
14. If I take up residence abroad, can I retain my basic health insurance in Switzerland?
Essentially, insurance coverage ceases when you leave Switzerland. Exceptions are made for certain groups (pensioners, unemployed, cross-border commuters, etc.) on the basis of bilateral agreements with the EU and the agreement with EFTA countries.
In addition, for people who were subject to compulsory health insurance, insurers may (but are not obliged to!) offer to continue to provide coverage on a contractual basis. The contract may be concluded with the same or a different insurer. The insurance relationship is then governed by insurance contract law.
thinking do I fall under any such category provided above, as i would be taking a room to live during my stay. does geminde will be able to answer my doubts, the problem i have is, in my geminde they dont speak english and i have problem with making signs to make them understand with my google german.
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