No St John Ambulance in Switzerland—But the Samaritans Provide Similar Services

St John Ambulance does not operate in Switzerland. The equivalent first-aid and emergency medical service is provided by the Swiss Samaritans (Samariter Schweiz / Samaritains Suisses / Samaritani Svizzeri).

Swiss Samaritans

• Nationwide network of volunteer sections.
• First aid training, event medical cover, disaster response, youth programs.
• Recognized by Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH).
• Partner of Swiss Red Cross, REGA (air rescue), cantonal EMS.

Emergency Numbers

• 144 – Medical emergency (ambulance).
• 112 – European emergency number (all services).
• 1414 – REGA air rescue.

For first-aid courses or event coverage, contact the local Samaritan section via samariter.ch.