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Clear answers on cancellations, deadlines and sending post in Switzerland – each guide takes you straight to the right way to send.
Health insurance guide
Cancel Swiss health insurance 2026
Cancel your Swiss health insurance for 2026 correctly: basic insurance must reach the insurer by the end of November (effective 1 January). Steps, deadlines and checklist – letter sent straight by post, from CHF 2.49.
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Notice periods in Switzerland
Notice periods in Switzerland at a glance: housing, employment, health insurance and subscriptions with usual deadlines. Overview table, as of 2026 – letter sent straight by post.
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Cost of sending a letter in Switzerland
How much does a letter cost in Switzerland? B-Post from CHF 2.49, A-Post from CHF 2.99, A-Post Plus from CHF 5.49, registered from CHF 8.99 – incl. printing, envelope and postage. Price table, as of 2026.
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Registered mail vs A-Post Plus
Registered mail or A-Post Plus? Both are tracked, but only registered mail is handed over against signature and gives proof. A-Post Plus from CHF 5.49, registered from CHF 8.99.
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How to address a letter in Switzerland
Address a Swiss letter correctly: sender top left, recipient bottom right or in the window, postcode before the town. With examples and window-envelope tips – or have the address placed automatically.
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