National Organ Donor Register: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Understand how to use the National Organ Donor Register to record your organ donation preferences as a resident of Switzerland.
The National Organ Donor Register is a formal system used to record and store your personal decision regarding organ donation preferences. This registry ensures that your specific wishes regarding organ donation are documented for the relevant authorities.
Who it's for
This scheme is available to all residents of Switzerland who meet the age requirement. Specifically, any resident who is 16 years of age or older is eligible to use the register to document their preferences.
What you get
When you use this service, you receive the official registration of your organ donation preference. This ensures that your decision regarding organ donation is part of a formal record maintained by the Federal Office of Public Health. This process allows you to state clearly whether you wish to be an organ donor or if you have other preferences regarding organ donation.
What it costs you
There is no financial cost associated with using this service. The registration process is handled entirely online, meaning it does not require any fees, payments, or physical paperwork that would incur expenses.
The catch to know
A key detail to remember is that your registration is not a permanent or unchangeable decision. If your views or circumstances change, you have the right to change your organ donation preference at any time. It is important to ensure your registered preference remains accurate and reflects your current wishes.
How to apply
- Access the official registration portal online.
- Provide the required personal information as prompted by the system.
- Select your specific organ donation preference from the available options.
- Review your details to ensure accuracy and submit your registration.