Traveling To
Switzerland: Health Guide
Switzerland does not require any vaccines to enter if you’re traveling directly from the US.
Always recommended:
Excluding COVID-19, these vaccines are all recommended during childhood. If you received them as a child, you are all set.
Conditionally recommended:
Switzerland has too many adventures and places to explore for sickness to ruin your plans. Runway can prescribe these trip-saving medications in minutes:
Altitude Sickness Medication
is recommended for locations 8,000 ft above sea level to prevent headaches, dizziness, and dehydration. If you plan to visit high elevations including Zurich, Valais, Lucerne, and St. Gellen, we advise keeping medication on hand as symptoms set in within the first 6-24 hours.
Sleep Aid
is a great addition to your packing list if you struggle with jet lag or sleeplessness due to travel stress.
Motion Sickness Medication
is recommended for all the bumps and curves along your journey. Whether traveling by land or water, your road trip, boat day, or train ride will be more enjoyable without nausea and dizziness tagging along.
Traveler’s Diarrhea Antibiotics
help alleviate an intestinal infection that occurs as a result of eating contaminated food. While water is safe to drink in Switzerland, there is a chance of food poisoning on any trip, so it’s a good idea to pack medication just in case.
Add medication to your treatment plan in the section below.
(Required to enter country)
Switzerland does not require any vaccines to enter if you’re traveling directly from the US.
Switzerland has too many adventures and places to explore for sickness to ruin your plans. Runway can prescribe these trip-saving medications in minutes:
Altitude Sickness Medication
is recommended for locations 8,000 ft above sea level to prevent headaches, dizziness, and dehydration. If you plan to visit high elevations including Zurich, Valais, Lucerne, and St. Gellen, we advise keeping medication on hand as symptoms set in within the first 6-24 hours.
Sleep Aid
is a great addition to your packing list if you struggle with jet lag or sleeplessness due to travel stress.
Motion Sickness Medication
is recommended for all the bumps and curves along your journey. Whether traveling by land or water, your road trip, boat day, or train ride will be more enjoyable without nausea and dizziness tagging along.
Traveler’s Diarrhea Antibiotics
help alleviate an intestinal infection that occurs as a result of eating contaminated food. While water is safe to drink in Switzerland, there is a chance of food poisoning on any trip, so it’s a good idea to pack medication just in case.
Add medication to your treatment plan in the section below.
Always recommended:
Excluding COVID-19, these vaccines are all recommended during childhood. If you received them as a child, you are all set.
Conditionally recommended:
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Switzerland does not require any vaccines to enter if you’re traveling directly from the US. Â
There are several common health conditions to consider when traveling to Switzerland. Runway can help you prepare by prescribing the medication you need before you depart, so you can worry less and explore more while you’re away.
Medications in pill or solid form are approved for international flights. Keep them in your carry-on for convenient access. For liquid medications that exceed 3.4 ounces, you may be asked to pack them in your luggage, so plan accordingly.
Prescription medications are readily available in most cities within Switzerland, but may still require a physician visit in order to purchase. Planning in advance with Runway means you don’t have to worry about accessing what you need while traveling.
Make sure you’re up to date on any routine and recommended vaccinations weeks in advance of your trip to Switzerland.Â
While there are no required vaccines for Switzerland for those traveling from the US, the lists below include recommended vaccines that you might need based on your personal history and trip activities.
Recommended Vaccines for Traveling to Switzerland
The list below includes the routine childhood vaccinations that are recommended for traveling to Italy. If you received vaccines as a child, you likely received the following and are ready to go:
Other Vaccine Considerations for Travel To Switzerland
Here is a list of additional vaccines for preventable diseases that you may want to consider based on your trip itinerary:
Proper preventative and proactive care can reduce the need to find healthcare in Switzerland. However, we recommend making a list of local doctors and hospitals near the destination you’re staying, in advance of your trip.Â
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It’s also strongly advised to purchase travel health insurance, as most traditional healthcare coverage doesn’t extend internationally. Fill all prescriptions prior to embarking on your trip to ensure you have enough with you for the duration of your travels plus a few extra days in case of delays.
Large cities in the country boast high standards of healthcare, making it easier to research and find accredited Swiss hospitals. Also, check with where you’re staying in Switzerland as they often have hospital recommendations and information already in place. The Joint Commission International website and the U.S. Embassy can also be resources to locate healthcare organizations in or near the city where you’re staying.
Travel health insurance is highly recommended and can provide you with additional information and support about costs of services, coverage, and areas of available care.
A hospital stay in Switzerland can vary in costs, especially as economic environments change. However, there is no set intake fee, so it’s best to confirm costs in advance to avoid unexpected expenses. Keep in mind, there are several factors that will contribute to the hospital cost, such as emergency services, x-rays, hospital location, and the duration of the stay.
Prevention is key. Be aware of certain high-risk areas and environments and take proper precautions for each. Take heed of destination updates with regards to weather, vaccination recommendations, and other safety advisories. If you are prone to jet lag, motion sickness, or traveler’s diarrhea get preventative medication from Runway to help keep symptoms at bay.
Drastic weather changes, time zone differences, and varying levels of activity can all result in health conditions when traveling to Switzerland. Here are common ones to be aware of and prepare for to ensure an optimal trip experience.
Here are a few other things to be mindful of as you plan your trip.
Prepare for every adventure with trip-saving medications from Runway.
Runway offers travelers like you, the medications you may need before you go.