Guide
First Aid Certificate – How Long It's Valid and How to Replace It
You completed your course long ago or misplaced the certificate? Here you learn how to check your validity, what the Zurich road traffic office requires and how to order a duplicate from us.
- 6 years validity from course date
- Digital duplicates free
- Recommendation for refresher after 3–4 years
- Contact directly at Lagerstrasse 2
Legal Security
We explain the current ASTRA regulations and cantonal particularities.
Direct Help
Duplicates, confirmations or new courses you receive directly from us – without waiting periods.
Practice-Oriented Refresher
On request, we organize short refreshers or the complete course again.
Standort & Reisezeit
So erreichst du den Kurs an der Lagerstrasse 2
Questions about the certificate we answer on-site at Lagerstrasse 2 or online.
Distanz
Zurich Center
ÖV
4 min. from main station
Auto
5 min. from parking garage
Typische Verbindungen
- • Zurich main station – all lines
- • Tram 3/14 and Bus 31
- • Bike stations in Europaallee
Mit dem Auto
- • Short visit? Use the Kiss & Ride zone at Lagerstrasse
- • For longer consultation parking garage Europaallee
Parken: Europaallee or Gessnerallee, both a few minutes away.
Understanding Validity Period
The legislator prescribes a validity of six years. The date is on your first aid certificate – best note a reminder in your calendar.
If you don't apply for a learner's permit during this time, you must complete the course again. A short refresher alone is not legally sufficient.
- • Certificate valid for categories A, A1, B
- • Refresher voluntarily possible
- • You must submit the original or duplicate to authorities
Duplicate in Three Simple Steps
1. Send us an email or fill out the contact form with your name and course date. 2. We check our course lists and create a digital certificate. 3. Within two business days, you receive the duplicate free of charge by email.
If you urgently need a physical document, you can pick it up from us at Lagerstrasse 2.
When Is a Refresher Course Worth It?
If your last course was more than four years ago or you travel a lot professionally, we recommend another visit. Especially driving instructors, couriers or company fleets benefit from an update.
Our refreshers last 4–6 hours depending on the module and can be booked individually – also for small groups.
Extend or Replace Certificate
Contact us if you need a duplicate or want to book a new course right away.
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How long is the first aid certificate valid?
Nationally, validity is six years. After that, we recommend a refresher course or a complete repeat course before you apply for a new learner's permit.
Can I renew the course earlier?
Yes, you can attend a voluntary refresher after three to four years. This makes sense if you work professionally with road traffic.
What do I do if I lost my certificate?
Contact us with your course date. We will issue you a free digital duplicate that you can submit directly to the road traffic office.
Does the Zurich road traffic office accept digital certificates?
Yes. You can upload the PDF or print it and submit it with the application. Original signatures are not required.
Are there special regulations for other cantons?
No, the six-year rule applies nationwide. However, some cantons recommend earlier refreshers – especially for professional drivers.