Fact: The interests held by beneficiaries established under an irrevocable express trust account are insured separately up to the maximum TT$200,000 prescribed limit. Additionally, interests in accounts held by the Settlor, Trustee or Administrator of an irrevocable trust account are insured separately from the interests of the beneficiaries named under an irrevocable express trust account.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What procedure does the DIC follow after an institution has been closed?
- Will shareholders of an institution receive any part of their investment before depositors’ claims are satisfied?
- How is a depositor notified of the date and place of payment of his or her claim after an institution is closed?
- Are Mutual Funds insured?
Did You Know?
- Misconception: All financial institutions that take deposits are covered under the Deposit Insurance Fund - Fact: ONLY member institutions that are licensed under the Financial Institutions Act, 2008 are covered under the Deposit Insurance Fund. This legislation provides for the regulation of commercial banks and other institutions engaged in the business of banking and business of a financial nature.
