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Private Car Insurance

Accident? View claims steps, required documents, and get workshop support.

Maid Insurance

Includes medical, personal accident, hospitalisation, and repatriation claims.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if the Foreign Worker Bond is forfeited?

If you or your foreign worker breaches any of MOM’s rules or conditions, MOM may forfeit the bond and demand for payment from ECICS. ECICS will pay $5,000 to MOM on your behalf and in such cases, we will seek recovery of the amount from you.

Will I be double insured if I pre-purchase a new policy in advance while my current policy is still inforce?

No, you will not be double insured as long as the effective date of the new policy is one day after the expiry date of the current work permit. Purchasing the policy in advance helps ensure continuous coverage without any gaps. The new policy will only take effect from the selected effective date, not the date of purchase.

Does the policy cover extreme sports?

Climbing, mountaineering, racing or motor rallies, speed testing, speed contest, underwater activities involving the use of underwater breathing apparatus (including but not limited to diving), martial arts, parachuting and other extreme sports which involve one of the following elements of speed, height, a high level of physical exertion or specialized gear are not covered.

Will my past motor insurance claims affect the premium?

Yes, your motor insurance claims history over the past 3 years will be taken into account and may affect your premium when you apply.

What if my job falls in between Class 1 and Class 2?

Always select the higher risk occupation class if your job falls between two classes. This ensures you remain fully covered and avoids issues during claims assessment.

Why is the policy not exactly 12 or 24 months?

The coverage period for our Enhanced MaidAssure is 14 months or 26 months with the additional 2 months included as mandated by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) in case the FDW overstays in Singapore after her work permit expires.

Can I make amendments to the policy after I’ve purchased the insurance?

Certain amendments (e.g., typo error in name or passport number or change in effective date) can be made before the policy effective date. However, a re-transmission to MOM may be required depending on the type of amendment.

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.

Do I still need to pay $5,000 to MOM when I’ve already purchased the Security Bond?

No, you do not need to pay $5,000 upfront to MOM as we act as a guarantor by issuing a Letter of Guarantee to MOM on your behalf. However, if you or your FDW breaches any of MOM’s rules or conditions, MOM may forfeit the bond and demand for payment from ECICS. In such cases, we will seek recovery of the amount from you.

As an employer, is there a way to limit my liability on the $5,000 Security Bond?

Yes, you can. We offer Waiver of Counter Indemnity as an optional add-on. With this, your liability on the $5,000 Security Bond is capped at $250, and the insurer covers the rest if the bond conditions are breached. However, this does not apply to any breach of bond conditions due to your negligence or fault.

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.

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.

Do you cover everyone who use my motorcycle?

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

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.

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.

Why should I not accept assistance from towing services or workshops that appeared at accident scene?

These workshops are not under ECICS Limited authorised partners and we have no control over the repair quality. If the repair is poorly done, we will not be able to assist you should issues arise. Furthermore, the claim cost may be inflated, resulting in higher premium in your next renewal.

What is the time frame for me to report the accident?

Report the accident to us within 24 hours or by the next working day and our representatives will help you with the accident reporting.

If I have 2 policies (2 vehicles) insured with ECICS and bought Family NCD plans with a member appearing in both policies. What will happen if one of the policy experiences an accident claim by the Family NCD member (named driver)?

The policy that experiences the accident claim will have the entire group of Family NCD members' (named drivers) Family-NCD reduced according to the GIA NCD framework (https://gia.org.sg/). We believe that promoting safe driving is a family affair. However, the other policy with us will not be affected, all earned Family-NCDs in that policy will remain intact.

Can I claim against a foreign registered motorist?

It is advisable to make a claim on your own insurance policy. Making a claim against motorists from another country can turn out to be costly and time-consuming. If you are not at fault, your NCD will not be affected.

If I made a claim under my Private Motor Car insurance policy, am I still entitled to a cancellation refund?

You will not be entitled to a cancellation refund if there is a claim made under your Private Motor Car insurance policy.

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