The Deposit Insurance Corporation’s Public Policy Objectives highlight the DIC’s role in the protection of depositors and its contribution to the stability of the financial system in Trinidad and Tobago.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are foreign deposits insured?
- 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?
- Can a depositor leave his/her deposit with the transferee institution?
- What is a Liquidator’s certificate?
Did You Know?
- Misconception: Depositors of a failed member institution would receive payment immediately upon closure of the failed member. - Fact: The legislation governing the operations of the Deposit Insurance system provides for payout to commence within 3 months of the closure of a member institution.
