No. Those who are unable to attend in person may file claims by mail. Correspondence should be forwarded to the DIC using our official contact information.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the insurance protection increased by placing funds in two or more types of deposit accounts in the same institution?
- Will shareholders of an institution receive any part of their investment before depositors’ claims are satisfied?
- If a depositor has more than $200,000 (the current insured limit) in a closed institution and is paid $200,000 by the DIC, what happens to the amount in excess of $200,000?
- In the event of a deposit transfer, how will a depositor know when and where he can withdraw his funds?
Did You Know?
- Misconception: Deposit insurance can be claimed while the member institution is still continuing in operation. - Fact: Deposit insurance is ONLY activated upon closure of a member institution.
