Canton of Fribourg · LAMal 2026

LAMal subsidy
Fribourg,
up to −70 %.

Nearly one in four households in Fribourg does not claim the subsidy they are entitled to. Helvetic Assist prepares your complete file and follows up with the SSP — no paperwork on your end.

4 to 6 weeks Turnkey file Follow-up until payment 100 % confidential
Eligibility

Who qualifies
in Fribourg ?

Entitlement depends on determining income, household composition and fiscal residence.

Typical eligible categories in Fribourg :

  • Low-income households — up to 70 % coverage.
  • Families with children — higher thresholds.
  • Young adults in training (18–25) — enhanced subsidies.
  • AVS/AI or social assistance — full coverage.
  • Cross-border workers in Fribourg — eligible under conditions.

Thresholds vary yearly: check your eligibility or get in touch.

Cantonal rules

Specifics
of Fribourg.

Each canton has its own thresholds, forms and deadlines.

Fribourg offers three categories of subsidy (full, partial, complementary) based on determining income. Families with children and young people in training benefit from more favorable specific thresholds.

Official portal: www.fr.ch

Competent service: Public Health Department (SSP) — Service de la santé publique · Route des Cliniques 17 · 1700 Fribourg

Helvetic Assist handles contact with cantonal services for you.

The process

5 steps,
no more.

Process at the SSP: documents + follow-up. We handle everything.

01

Check eligibility

Simulation via our calculator. 2 minutes.

02

Gather documents

Tax notice, insurance certificate, family certificate, income.

03

Complete the cantonal form

We pre-fill it with your data.

04

Submit to the SSP

By registered mail or online. Submission date = start of entitlement.

05

Follow-up and payment

Processing (4 to 6 weeks). Subsidy paid directly to insurer.

FAQ

Your questions,
our answers.

Most common questions from Fribourg residents.

Who is eligible in Fribourg ?
Any Fribourg resident with determining income below cantonal thresholds. Free eligibility check.
How much can one save in Fribourg ?
Up to 70 % of the reference premium. Average annual savings: CHF 1,200–1,800 per person.
How to apply for the subsidy in Fribourg ?
Application to the SSP. Helvetic Assist prepares and follows until payment.
Processing times in Fribourg ?
Average 4 to 6 weeks. Incomplete files may extend the delay.
Is the subsidy paid to me or to my insurer ?
In Fribourg like most cantons, directly to the insurer. Automatic premium reduction.
Must I reapply every year ?
Yes, annual reassessment. Helvetic Assist can follow over several years.

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LAMal subsidy in Fribourg ?

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