Delores Bottrill

Travelling with your child to Switzerland is a very safe experience, but it is still a good idea to be up to date on routine health checkups, especially if you are travelling to another country. You should have your annual flu shot within three months of arrival in Switzerland, according to the vaccination schedule outlined in the Switzerland Entry Form. If you are diabetic, you should be current on your routine diabetes checks. This includes blood tests and urine analysis. If you are not a Swiss parent, you may need to show proof of identity and permanent residence. Children who travel to Switzerland must have their birth certificates and applications for Swiss citizenship. At the airport, pupils will need to show proof of vaccinations. This can include a certificate and/or immunization card.

Travelers are reminded each year to get vaccinated against the above-mentioned illnesses. This is to protect their families and themselves. You have two options: you can arrange for your children to be vaccinated at a reasonable cost, or you can take them to a Swiss clinic where they will be administered. Parents can also get vaccinated against these diseases at their own expense, at any local healthcare facility. This is a more convenient option, especially if you have a lot of medical issues associated with traveling. It should be noted, however, that most travelers prefer to have their vaccines administered by a trained healthcare provider.