You can also browse the topics below to find what you are looking for.
What is Insurance?
Insurance is a protection against financial loss
arising due to unforeseen incidents.
Why do I need Insurance?
Insurance products not only helps you in mitigating risks but also helps you by providing a financial cushion against adverse financial burdens suffered.
Why do I prefer Oriental Insurance Company Kuwait?
We are Insurance specialists regulated by
Insurance Regulatory Unit (IRU) Kuwait and present
in Kuwait since 64 years. We started operations in
1959 as one of the first Insurance companies in
Kuwait, also rated CCR AAA in Corporate Credit
Rating.
Benefits in going with us
- We Make Insurance simple for You
- Competitive and diversified product offerings
- Courteous customer service, hassle free and
prompt settlement of claims
- Some insurance policies can be complicated, we
can help you understand the details of a policy
and work out what level of cover you need, so that
you can make sure you are properly protected.
- Proud partner of Al Mulla Group, Kuwait since
1986.
What documents are required to issue the Policy?
Proposal form duly filled and signed by the
Insured and related documents such as license copy
or commercial registration etc.
For more information please contact us on +965
22267486/ +965
50757000
How do I Renew my Insurance?
It is very easy you just need to Call/WhatsApp us on +965 22267486 / +965 50757000 , our personnel will complete the entire process with best value on premium and deliver the renewed Policy at your doorsteps.
How do I Cancel my Policy?
In order to cancel the Policy you need to Call/WhatsApp on +965 22267486 / +965 50757000 , our personnel will then help you out with your cancellation request.
What is Workmen Compensation Insurance Policy/ Employers Liability?
An employer is legally responsible to pay
compensation to the employee or his/her heirs in
case of death, disability or injury due to
accidents or occupational hazards while on duty.
An employer may obtain workmen’s compensation
insurance to cover such liability. The premiums
are payable usually on the basis of wages. It is
also known as “Employers' Liability Insurance”.
Legal Liability may arise due to the breach of any
of the statutory regulations provided for ensuring
safety to workers inside the factory premises,
Negligence of co-employees & Injury or Accidental
Injury to workers while performing their duties.
The employer is liable to pay compensation for
Death, Permanent total disablement, Permanent
partial disablement, Temporary disablement whether
total or partial.
What is Third-Party Liability policy?
The policy covers liability arising out of
accidents in the course of business operations.
The policy covers all locations of operations like
offices, sites, manufacturing plants etc. of the
insured. Public Liability Insurance covers the
legal liability of industrial and non-industrial
establishments arising out of such events.
The policy covers businesses against:
Legal liability of the insured towards damages to
the third party in respect of accidental death,
bodily injury or loss of or damage to property.
Legal costs and expenses incurred by the Insured
with prior consent of the Company.
What is Professional Indemnity Insurance?
This policy is designed to protect professionals (doctors, medical staff, architects, civil engineers, accountants, lawyers, and other professionals) against legal liability arising as a result of breach of professional duty due to any negligence act or omission committed by the insured or any of the insured employee during performance of their professional duty.
What is Contractors All Risk Policy (CAR)?
This policy is designed to insure all types of
civil engineering projects against a wide range of
risks related to a project's execution and
maintenance periods if any.
Main Coverage:
• Contract Works: inclusive of all items to be
erected and cost of erection, freight and customs
duties
• Construction Plant, Machinery and Equipment:
total replacement value for all construction
plant, machinery and equipment used in the project
execution process
• Legal Liability Towards Third Parties: covers
property damage and/or body injuries arising from
an accident which the contractor could be held
legally liable for
What is Erection All Risk Policy (EAR)?
This policy is designed to insure all types of
erection projects against a wide range of risks
related to a project's execution process including
cold and hot testing and maintenance periods if
any.
Main Coverage:
• Erection Works: inclusive of all items to be
erected and cost of erection, freight and customs
duties
• Legal Liability Towards Third Parties:
Compensates third parties for property damage and
body injuries arising from accidents
• Civil Engineering Works
What is Contractors’ Plant and Machinery Insurance Policy (CPM)?
This policy is tailored to indemnify the insured
for physical loss or damage to the insured plant
and machinery from any cause not specifically
excluded in the policy after successful
commissioning of the plant and machinery, while
the plant and machinery are considered:
• in operation or idle
• being dismantled for the purpose of maintenance
or overhauling
• during automatic operation
• during re-assembly
What is Machinery Breakdown Insurance ?
It covers losses due to the breakdown of any
machinery in a processing unit like motors, diesel
generator sets, air conditioners, transformers
sorters, grinders, pumps,etc
The policy offers cover against loss or damage to
the plant and machinery due to sudden and
unforeseen reasons whilst the machinery is at work
or at rest caused by
• Faulty material, design, construction or
erection.
• Vibration, mal-adjustment, mal-alignment
• Defective lubrication, loosening of parts,
stress, molecular fatigue, heating, centrifugal
force, explosion/implosion.
• Electrical faults and failures.
• Failure of connected machinery or protective
devices.
• Lack of skill/carelessness of the operators.
• Falling, impact, collision and the like
Obstruction or entry of foreign bodies into the
machine
What is Personal Accident Insurance?
It compensates an individual/or his legal representative in case the insured suffers bodily injury or death due to an accident.
What is Burglary Insurance Policy?
This policy indemnifies the insured for sustained material damage and /or financial losses incurred to the property insured arising out of an attempt or act of burglary or theft
What is Money Insurance?
This policy covers the loss of money in any of
the following situations:
• while in a locked safe
• while in premises during business hours
• while in transit between the office premises and
banks or other destinations
Plate and Glass Insurance
This policy is evolved to give coverage against the risk of loss of or damage to fixed Plate Glass by breakage.
What is Fidelity Guarantee Insurance?
This policy covers losses sustained by the insured related to fraudulent embezzlement by the employees who are entrusted with money, stock, etc. or who are authorized signatories.
What is Household Comprehensive Insurance?
Householder’s Package Policy is a packaged policy which offers almost all covers that are required for a common householder to cover variety of risks. The policy would indemnify the insured for the loss of the property ,or the amount of damage or the amount of liability incurred or the benefits specified but not exceeding in anyone period of insurance in respect of each of items specified and the sum mentioned.
What is Motor Insurance?
Motor insurance, often referred to as auto
insurance or car insurance, is a type of insurance
coverage designed to protect individuals,
businesses, and vehicle owners against financial
losses and liabilities associated with owning and
operating motor vehicles. It is a contract between
the policyholder (the vehicle owner) and an
insurance company (the insurer) covering the risk
of an accident.
Motor insurance typically provides coverage for
the following aspects:
• Comprehensive Coverage: This
coverage protects against loss or damage to the
insured vehicle due to events such as theft, fire,
or accident.
Motor Own Damage (MOD / Comprehensive)is a comprehensive motor insurance policy. The
policy is a contract between the insured and the
insurer to protect him or her from accidents based
on the coverages mentioned in the policy under the
MOI and IRU rules and regulations.
Motor Third-party cover (TPL)
Motor Insurance policy which covers the
policyholder's legal liability for injury caused
to any third person or damage to any property of a
third person in an at-fault accident. Third-party
car insurance is the basic Motor Insurance policy
and it is mandatory to have a valid third-party
motor insurance at all the time while driving on
road. This type of car insurance only provides
coverage against third-party legal and financial
liabilities arising due to accidents on the road.
Do I need to have a Motor Insurance policy?
Yes, it is mandatory by the MOI in Kuwait to
have Motor Third-party cover (TPL). While driving your vehicle on road you must have
a valid TPL insurance policy.
While taking MOD is not legally mandatory, it is
strongly advisable to take MOD policy to safeguard
your vehicle against theft, fire, or accident.
What documents are required to issue the Motor Owned Damage (MOD) Policy?
You need to provide vehicle registration/Daftar,
Civil ID and Invoice Copy. Please call/WhatsApp us
on
50757000
or email us on info@orientalinsurancekw.com and
our staff would guide you through the process.
Motor Third-party cover (TPL)
Motor Insurance policy which covers the
policyholder's legal liability for injury caused
to any third person or damage to any property of a
third person in an at-fault accident. Third-party
car insurance is the basic Motor Insurance policy
and it is mandatory to have a valid third-party
motor insurance at all the time while driving on
road. This type of car insurance only provides
coverage against third-party legal and financial
liabilities arising due to accidents on the road.
I have sold my car. Can I cancel my Motor Insurance policy?
Yes, in order to cancel an existing motor insurance policy, you need to Call/WhatsApp us on 50757000 and our personnel will guide you in the process.
Can I get refund of premium in case of I choose to cancel my Motor Insurance policy?
Yes. Generally, insurance companies consider the refund of proportionate amount of premium on a case-to-case basis.
Can car insurance premium be paid in instalments?
No. Premium for Motor Insurance need to be paid in full. Insurance companies do not provide Motor Insurance policy to the policyholder until full premium payment is received by them.
What are add-on covers available in a car insurance plan?
• Personal Accident: In case of
accidental death, the owner driver is covered up
to KD 10,000/-
• Replacement Vehicle: The
customer is provided with a replacement car up to
a period from 10 up to 20 days while the insured
vehicle is under repair of accident.
• Waiver of Liability: In case
of crossing the red light, over speeding or wrong
turn, if the client commits an accident, the
insurance company will repair the vehicle
• On-Road Assist: The customer
can avail services such as locksmith, tire
replacement & fuel delivery within the
geographical limit of Kuwait by calling ‘On Road
Assist’ at the number given in the Insurance
Policy.
What do I need to know in case of a Motor accident?
• The most important is to stay calm.
• Move your vehicle to the side path for not
disrupting traffic.
• Exchange information with the other drivers.
• Once all is fine, contact the Police.
• Please get a copy of police report because in
case you wish to claim the damage from the
insurance company, Police Report is required by
the insurance companies to claim for Insurance.
• Contact the Insurance Company for further
support. You will find the contact details of the
Service provider on the Policy
What types of Motor Insurance coverage are available in Kuwait?
Motor Insurance has 2 types of policies- Comprehensive Motor Insurance policy (MOD / Comprehensive) and Third-party Liability policy (TPL).
What are documents required for lodging the claim under Motor Insurance policy?
Mandatory copies of the police report, civil ID, driving license, and vehicle registration certificate are required.
Is it possible to renew an expired motor insurance policy either online or otherwise and what is the procedure?
Yes. An expired Motor Insurance policy can be renewed. However, in such a case, the survey/inspection of the insured vehicle is done by the insurance companies before renewal of the policy.
What is Fire & Property Insurance?
Property Insurance
Property Insurance compensates for any loss or
damage caused as a result of fire, theft, burglary
and all damages that occur to the house contents
and precious valuables, Property All Risk
Insurance has a wider form of protection which
covers all risks of physical loss or damage to
properties, machinery, stocks, etc. subject to
certain exclusions.
What is Marine (Cargo) Insurance?
The insurance of goods in transit from one place to another by any single mode or combined modes of sea, rail, road, air and inland waterways.
What does Marine Insurance cover?
Any unforeseen damages to goods on transit are covered.
What is covered under Marine (Hull) Insurance?
It covers loss/damage suffered to the structure of the ship.