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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Do I need to inform ECICS if I changed my job after applying for ECICS Personal Accident Insurance?

Yes. You must notify us if there are any change in circumstances during the period of insurance affecting the risk such as changes in occupation or country of residence.

What plans does ECICS offer?

We have 5 standard plans tailor-made for different industries: Office, Retail, Service, F&B and Light Industrial.

Can I purchase additional Tesla Fractional Shares beyond the promotion limit?

Yes you can purchase additional Tesla Fractional Shares using your POEMS account.

If a named driver comes out to purchase an entirely new policy with ECICS utilising his earned Family-NCD, can he continue to be named driver in the Family NCD policy and continue earning Family-NCD?

In the event that he utilise his earned Family-NCD to buy a new policy with us, he can still remain in the Family NCD policy as a named driver but he will not earn another Family-NCD. The Family-NCD can only be used once per policy per named driver.

Do I need to cancel and buy a new policy if I need to replace my FDW after purchase?

Yes, the policy will need to be cancelled, and a replacement policy issued.

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.

When will the Security Bond be transmitted to MOM?

New and transfer maid policies purchased:• within 14 days before the effective date,MOM’s record will be updated within 3 working days after the policy purchase date• more than 14 days before effective date,MOM’s record will be updated within 14 days before policy start dateRenewal maid policy:• MOM’s record will be updated within 3 working days after the policy purchase date.Please check the MOM portal and ensure that the electronic transmission to MOM is completed before your FDW arrives in Singapore. Failure to do so will result in the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority denying her entry, and she will be sent back to her home country.

Is there any coverage for Outpatient Medical Expenses (For Illness)?

Yes, we offer it as an optional add-on that covers outpatient medical expenses for illness that does not require hospitalisation. This benefit can cover up to $60 per visit, helping to ensure your FDW’s health needs are taken care of without added financial strain.

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.

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.

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.

What is an “Unnamed Driver” in motor policy?

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

Can I buy the Comprehensive Family NCD Builder Plan if the policyholder is not driving?

Yes, You can let us know that the insured is not driving during the purchase by indicating the Main driver details separately which the policy is being underwritten on.

Does the NCD Protector protect all the Family NCD members?

No, it does not. ECICS NCD Protector only protects the policyholder/insured. It does not extend to cover all the Family NCD members.

How should I declare my claims?

Please declare all claims (excluding windscreen claims) made against your private car insurance during the past 3 years.