Covid-19 tests
All the latest news and practical advice about Covid-19 testing in Switzerland.
Swiss researchers develop rapid Covid antibody test
Researchers in Basel have developed a rapid test to determine Covid antibodies.
Switzerland drops PCR tests for confirming positive rapid antigen tests
If you test positive on a rapid-antigen test, you no longer need to take a PCR test to confirm the result, Switzerland's Federal Office of Public Health (BAG) told Swiss media on Friday.
Switzerland: Do antigen tests detect Omicron?
Some early indications have suggested that antigen tests sometimes fail to detect Omicron infections. What is the latest situation in Switzerland?
What you need to know about free Covid testing in Switzerland
Some Covid tests are free in Switzerland, with the government in late December agreeing to cover the costs for the first time since early October.
Reader question: Are self-tests now free in Switzerland again?
Switzerland has again agreed to cover the costs of some Covid tests, but does this apply to pharmacy-bought take-at-home tests?
Travel: What are Switzerland’s Covid test requirements?
Almost everyone arriving in Switzerland will need to complete at least one Covid test. Here’s what you need to know.
Switzerland eases PCR test rule for travellers recovered from Covid
The Swiss government has responded to criticism surrounding its PCR test requirement, changing the rules slightly for those arriving in the country who have already had the virus.
Switzerland: What happens if I arrive without a PCR test?
Heading to Switzerland and don’t have evidence of a PCR test? You might be subject to a fine and an expensive additional test on arrival.
Which Covid tests will become free in Switzerland?
The Swiss government looks set to make Covid testing free again, although exactly which tests are covered remains unclear.
Switzerland's new testing rules: How much travelling abroad now costs
If you are planning a foreign trip in the coming weeks, be ready to pay higher costs than before when leaving and re-entering Switzerland.
Will Switzerland make Covid testing free once more?
A return to free nationwide Covid testing looks likely, less than two months after Switzerland phased out free Covid testing.
Swiss residents crossing border to France for 'cheaper Covid tests'
As coronavirus screening is no longer free in Switzerland, some residents of border areas get tested in France.
How much do Covid tests now cost in Switzerland?
Screening for coronavirus is no longer free of charge for unvaccinated people, but the cost varies from one place to another. Here’s an overview of some prices in Switzerland.
Switzerland ends free Covid testing: Everything you need to know
As of Monday, October 11th, Covid testing is no longer free in Switzerland. Here’s what you need to know.
Will tests no longer be valid for Switzerland’s Covid certificate?
Swiss experts are considering excluding people who test negative to coronavirus from the Covid certificate, thereby adopting a '2G' rather than the current '3G' approach.
UPDATED: Switzerland extends free testing deadline
The Swiss government has announced it would cover the cost of Covid screening for unvaccinated residents longer than originally planned.
EXPLAINED: How to get Switzerland’s Covid certificate with a negative test
Switzerland will tighten Covid certificate rules from Monday, September 13th. Here’s how to get the certificate with a negative test.
UPDATED: Unvaccinated must pay for Covid tests in Switzerland from October
People who have not been vaccinated will be require to pay for their own Covid tests from October 1st. President Guy Parmelin said vaccinated taxpayers should not have to pay for testing for those who choose to remain unvaccinated.
How tourists and visitors in Switzerland can get a free Covid test
Switzerland has made testing free for travel for all residents - but what about those visiting Switzerland? Here’s what you need to know.
Antigen testing for travel now free in Switzerland
Anyone who needs to take an antigen test for the purposes of travel will now have the costs covered by the Swiss government.
'Test tsunami': Swiss test centres booked out ahead of summer holidays
Test centres across Switzerland are booked out for the coming weeks, with travellers scrambling to find test sites ahead of planned holidays.
UPDATE: Swiss government rules antigen tests invalid for Covid health pass
Switzerland is releasing its much-awaited certificate throughout June, but some people may not be eligible to get one.
COMPARE: What are the Covid test requirements around Europe for child travellers
Travel is opening up around Europe, but most countries still have testing requirements in place for adults. When it comes to under 18s, however, the rules vary widely on who is exempt and who needs a test.