Payments, called dividends, depend on the rate of recovery from the liquidation of the assets of the institution, and the extent and priority of claims from other creditors of the institution. Final disbursements may take several years, depending on the type of assets to be realised.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What procedure does the DIC follow after an institution has been closed?
- What methods of payment may the DIC use in meeting its obligations to the depositors of a failed institution?
- When can an eligible depositor expect to receive his or her money?
- Can a depositor leave his/her deposit with the transferee institution?
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.
