Can foreigners get Swiss health insurance subsidies?

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  • BenutzernameMoneyland User Questions
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My Swiss friend told me they get a subsidy which cuts their health insurance bill by half almost. I am not Swiss (B permit) but would love to get this subsidy as well seeing that I am a poor intern. Can foreigners get health insurance subsidies as well?

 
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  • BenutzernameMoneyguru von moneyland.ch
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Hi there,

Foreigners residing in Switzerland, including those with a "B" residence permit, can receive health insurance subsidies if they qualify. To qualify for subsidies, your taxable income must fall below a certain threshold. This threshold varies between cantons.

Best regards from Moneyguru

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