Fact: Deposits held by the same person in the same member institution in the form of CD’s, Chequing and Savings accounts are added together and insured up to a maximum of TT$200,000.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will the Corporation offset a deposit balance held by a customer against the balance due on the loan?
- Is the insurance protection increased by placing funds in two or more types of deposit accounts in the same institution?
- Who should file a claim if more than one person is authorised to draw on an account?
- Does deposit insurance protect the interests of creditors other than depositors of a failed institution?
Did You Know?
- Misconception: Placing funds in any instrument offered by a member institution would be covered by the DIC - Fact: ONLY Savings Accounts (including interest), Current Accounts (including interest) and Fixed Deposit Accounts (including interest), inclusive of any outstanding balances due (uncleared deposits) to these accounts, are considered for deposit insurance coverage.
