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Frequently Asked Questions

What if I cancel my policy?​

If you cancel your policy within 90 days, you’ll no longer be eligible for the Shell Fuel e-Vouchers.​

If I cancel my policy, will I be entitled to a refund?

Refund Policy (Upon Policy Termination):0 to 30 days in force – 80% refund of premium31 to 90 days in force – 50% refund of premium91 to 180 days in force – 30% refund of premium181 days and beyond – No refund100% of the premium will be refunded if:a) The Policy is cancelled within 90 days from the policy effective date and replaced with a new ECICS Enhanced MaidAssure policy; orb) The In-Principal Approval (IPA) is terminated and the FDW did not enter Singapore.Provided there shall be no refund if: • Any claim has been made or has arisen under the Policy; or • The premium refund is less than $27.25 (inclusive of GST). Please refer to General Conditions point 19 of the policy wording for the full cancellation terms and conditions.

How do I determine the effective date of the policy?

Here's how you can determine the effective date based on each situation:For New FDW:The policy's effective date should be the date your FDW arrives in Singapore. This ensures that insurance coverage begins when the FDW starts her employment duties upon arrival in the country.For Transferred FDW:The policy's effective date should be the day you wish to apply for the issuance of her work permit at MOM. This ensures that insurance coverage is in place when the FDW's work permit is processed and approved for transfer to your employment.For Renewal FDW:The policy's effective date should be one day after the current work permit's expiry date. This ensures that insurance coverage seamlessly continues without any gaps when renewing the FDW's work permit for continued employment.

If I make a claim, will I automatically lose my NCD?

If there is a claim made under the policy, your NCD will be reduced as follows. Private Car Current NCD NCD after 1 Claim 50% 20% 40% 10% 30% and under 0% Motorcycle/Commercial Vehicle Current NCD NCD after 1 Claim 20%/15%/10% 0%

If I include a named driver in my private car policy, will my overall premium increase?

The premium of your car insurance policy is calculated based on the profiles of all the declared drivers including the named driver(s). Depending on the risk profiles of the drivers, the premium may remain the same, increase or decrease.

My FDW’s age is 61 years old, can I still renew her policy?

The eligibility criteria states that the insured FDW must be between 23 and 60 years old at the time of application. This means that individuals outside of this age range may not qualify for coverage under the insurance policy.

Are pre-existing medical conditions covered?

It is only covered under Hospital & Surgical Expenses if the FDW had been under your employment for more than 12 months.

Can I purchase only the $5,000 Security Bond without the accompanying insurance?

No. The Security Bond is included in our Enhanced MaidAssure along with MOM’s minimum medical and personal accident insurance as a package. We do not offer just the Security Bond.

What is a Security Bond?

A Security Bond is a commitment to reimburse the government if either you or your FDW violates or fail to adhere to the terms and conditions of the work permit. This bond typically takes the form of a banker's or insurer's guarantee. For each FDW you employ (excluding Malaysian helpers), you are required to purchase a $5,000 security bond.

Can I buy Waiver of Counter Indemnity after my policy has incepted?

No, you are not able to purchase the Waiver of Counter Indemnity after policy has incepted.

What to do in the event of an accident?

Please remain calm and check that nobody is injured. If someone is injured, you will need to call the ambulance at 995 and police at 999 immediately. You must also not shift your vehicle from its original position.You can contact our accident-assistance support available on 24/7 at +65 6206 5588 (option 9).

What is an “Unnamed Driver” in motor policy?

Unnamed Driver refers to someone who is not named under a private car policy.

Do you have Excess Waiver in your Private Motor Car insurance policy?

Yes, we offer complimentary excess waiver of up to $750 (depending on your current NCD%) for the first claim in a policy year when you repair your accident car at ECICS’s authorized workshops and share your in-car cctv footage with us.

Are there any additional excess(es) imposed on Unnamed Drivers?

If your policy covers Unnamed Drivers, there are additional excess(es) for Unnamed Drivers and Unnamed Young or Inexperienced Drivers. Such additional excess(es) will be applicable on top of the standard policy excess. Please refer to your policy wording for more information.

Do I still need to make an accident report even if there are no damages to my vehicle or a private settlement had been reached between parties involved?

Under the Motor Claims Framework (MCF), in any accident regardless how minor it was, it is a requirement that an accident report be lodged in any of our Approved Reporting Centres within 24 hours or by the next working day. Your insurer will do the necessary and review the matter upon receiving the signed Private Settlement form.

What does your Motorcycle insurance cover?

We have 3 plans to suit your needs. The Comprehensive plan covers loss or damage to your motorcycle, as well as third party liability for bodily injury and property damage.

Does your Motorcycle insurance cover usage of motorcycle for food, parcel or other delivery services?

We do not cover usage for food, parcel or other delivery services.

Does your Motorcycle insurance cover me while I am riding in Malaysia or Thailand?

Our policy covers you when you ride your motorcycle in West Malaysia, the Republic of Singapore and that part of Thailand within 80.5km of the border between Thailand and West Malaysia.

Do you cover everyone who use my motorcycle?

All riders need to be named in the policy. Unnamed riders are not covered.

Do you offer NCD Protector for Motorcycle insurance?

Yes, ECICS motorcycle insurance policy comes with complimentary No Claim Discount Protector. It is free for our customers as long as you have NCD 10% and above.

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