LAMal subsidy
Neuchâtel,
up to −70 %.
Nearly one in four households in Neuchâtel does not claim the subsidy they are entitled to. Helvetic Assist prepares your complete file and follows up with the OCAM — no paperwork on your end.
Who qualifies
in Neuchâtel ?
Entitlement depends on determining income, household composition and fiscal residence.
Typical eligible categories in Neuchâtel :
- 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 Neuchâtel — eligible under conditions.
Thresholds vary yearly: check your eligibility or get in touch.
Specifics
of Neuchâtel.
Each canton has its own thresholds, forms and deadlines.
Neuchâtel integrates premium reduction into its cantonal social assistance system. The subsidy is paid directly to the insurer. Changes in situation (birth, job loss, separation) must be reported promptly.
Official portal: www.ne.ch
Competent service: Cantonal Health Insurance Office (OCAM) — OCAM · Rue du Château 19 · 2001 Neuchâtel
Helvetic Assist handles contact with cantonal services for you.
5 steps,
no more.
Process at the OCAM: documents + follow-up. We handle everything.
Check eligibility
Simulation via our calculator. 2 minutes.
Gather documents
Tax notice, insurance certificate, family certificate, income.
Complete the cantonal form
We pre-fill it with your data.
Submit to the OCAM
By registered mail or online. Submission date = start of entitlement.
Follow-up and payment
Processing (5 to 8 weeks). Subsidy paid directly to insurer.
Your questions,
our answers.
Most common questions from Neuchâtel residents.
Who is eligible in Neuchâtel ?
How much can one save in Neuchâtel ?
How to apply for the subsidy in Neuchâtel ?
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Is the subsidy paid to me or to my insurer ?
Must I reapply every year ?
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LAMal subsidy in Neuchâtel ?
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