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Metlife life insurance

MetLife Life Insurance has established itself as one of the most respected providers both in Australia and across the globe.

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If the unexpected occurs and your family is hit by tragedy or a serious illness or injury, life insurance can offer crucial financial assistance in your time of need. MetLife offers a range of insurance and retirement solutions to customers across Australia.

About MetLife Life Insurance

MetLife, Inc. is a leading provider of insurance, annuities and employee benefit schemes in more than 40 countries around the world. With a history dating back more than 145 years, MetLife operates throughout the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe and the Middle East.

If you want to protect your loved ones from the uncertainties of the future, MetLife offers Life Insurance, Income Protection Insurance, Trauma Insurance and Funeral Insurance. These policies are designed to offer flexible and affordable cover for a variety of Australians.

Metlife Life Insurance is not currently available via finder. You can visit their website at www.metlife.com.au for more information or compare alternative options available below.

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Name Product Maximum Cover Maximum Entry Age Terminal Illness Benefit Claims Acceptance Rate Average Claim Time Sum Insured
NobleOak Life Insurance
$25,000,000
74
$25,000,000
96.90%
1.1 months
$24,483 million
Our verdict: Finder Life Insurance Award winner for the last 5 years in a row. Good value for money, simple application process and a high claims acceptance rate.
Medibank Life Insurance
$2,500,000
70
$2,500,000
Data not available
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Our verdict: Medibank offers a higher payout limit ($2.5 million) than 15 other providers. Get a 10% discount if you're already a Medibank Health Insurance member.

⭐ Current offer: Save 10% on your first year of Medibank Life Insurance when you apply by 31 July 2024. T&Cs apply.
TAL Accelerated Protection Life Insurance
No set limit
74
Not stated
Data not available
1 months
$249,285 million
Our verdict: One of Australia's leading life insurers. Automatically includes child critical illness cover. Plus, it comes with a level premium option (e.g. costs remain similar as you get older).

⭐ Current offer: Get up to 15% off your TAL Life, Trauma or TPD insurance policy for life - if you have a Body Mass Index (BMI) between 19 and 28 at the time of your application. Offer T&Cs on insurer website apply.
RACWA Life Insurance
$25,000,000
74
$25,000,000
96.90%
1.1 months
$24,483 million
Our verdict: RAC’s maximum death cover limit of $25 million is one of the highest limits you’ll find, including $5 million in TPD insurance. You can get an online quote, but you’ll need to call RAC to get trauma cover. Benefit from added peace of mind with fully underwritten insurance. RAC is also WA-based but services all of Australia.

ahm Life Insurance
$1,500,000
55
$1,500,000
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Our verdict: ahm offers a simple application process. You can be approved online or over the phone. There are no medical or blood tests needed.

⭐ Current offer: Get 10% off your first year of ahm Life Insurance when you apply by 31 July 2024. T&Cs apply.
AAMI Life Insurance
$1,500,000
65
$1,500,000
Data not available
3.1 months
$37,768 million
Our verdict: There’s flexibility with AAMI as you can add another adult to your cover, with a competitive limit of $1.5 million. Easy application process with no medical exams.

⭐ Current offer: Save up to 10% on premiums every year for the life of the policy on AAMI Life Insurance. Offer ends 30 Sept 2024. T&Cs apply.
Suncorp Life Insurance
$1,500,000
65
$1,500,000
Data not available
3.1 months
$37,768 million
Our verdict: Competitive maximum cover limit of $1.5 million. Suncorp lets you change your cover amount by up to $100,000 after a big life event, such as having a baby.

⭐ Current offer: Save up to 10% on premiums every year for the life of the policy on Suncorp Life Insurance. Offer ends 30 Sept 2024. T&Cs apply.
Real Family Life Cover
$1,000,000
64
$1,000,000
88.90%
2.4 months
$53,238 million
Our verdict: The application is simple; it can be done with 1 phone call and there are no medical exams. But households with larger debts may need more than a $1 million payout.

⭐ Current offer: Get back 10% of the premiums you’ve paid after 1 year.
HCF Life Protect Insurance
$1,500,000
65
$1,500,000
Data not available
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Our verdict: Similar cover to other insurers ($1.5 million). A good discount for HCF members of 10% and an easy initial quote process.

⭐ Current offer: Eligible HCF Members receive 10% premium discount and HCF Thank You rewards.
Zurich Ezicover Life Insurance
$1,500,000
69
$1,500,000
98%
3 months
$24,495 million
Our verdict: Good if you want a cheap policy from a well-regarded insurer – its 98% claims acceptance rate is higher than any other provider on Finder. Zurich keeps things simple: unlike others, it doesn’t go in for optional add-ons such as TPD or trauma cover.

⭐ Current offer: Policy discounts include 10% off for your partner if you sign up for a joint policy. You can also get 5% off income protection if you buy it alongside your life cover.
Insuranceline Life Cover
$1,500,000
65
$1,500,000
90.10%
3.1 months
$37,768 million
Our verdict: Insuranceline pays a lump sum of up to $1.5 million. Once your cover’s in place, you can increase it after a big life event, such as having a baby, without further medical assessment.

⭐ Current offer: Protect your family with an Insuranceline policy and you can go into the draw for a chance to win a $1,000 gift card. New Customers only, T&Cs apply. Competition entries close on 31 July 2024.
Guardian Life Insurance
$1,500,000
64
$1,500,000
88.90%
2.4 months
$53,238 million
Our verdict: Competitive cover limit of $1.5 million. You can add children’s cover of up to $50,000 – most policies don’t include this option.
RACQ Life Insurance
$1,000,000
65
$1,000,000
97%
Data not available
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One of just 4 insurers to offer children’s insurance. Get cover of up to $50,000 for 7 serious illnesses. RACQ offers 3 ways to save on life insurance: RACQ members get 10% off when buying online. There’s a 5% joint policy saving. Plus you could score 10% off your premiums if you achieve Silver status with AIA Vitality. You can apply for cover online or over the phone.
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How do I make a claim for MetLife Insurance?

As any time when you need to make a claim on your life insurance policy can be quite stressful, MetLife aims to make the claims process as simple as possible. If you intend to claim, you’ll need to provide written notice of that intention to MetLife as soon as possible. You can also contact MetLife on 1300 555 625 to request a claim form, or download the relevant form for your type of claim from the MetLife website.

You’ll also need to provide any supporting documentation that MetLife requests along with your claim form. This could include medical reports, death certificates, test results and more. Once you have sent a completed claim form and supporting information to MetLife, you will be contacted within 10 days.

Interested in receiving a quote for MetLife?

Still not sure if this is the right policy for you or ready to receive a quote? You can make a secure enquiry by submitting your details in the form above. An insurance consultant will be in touch to discuss policies available from MetLife and provide you with a quote for cover. If you are still interested in taking out cover, your consultant can assist you with your policy application.

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