Yes. Certain cash liabilities in respect of which an institution is primarily liable, such as cashier’s cheques, money orders and drafts, are treated in the same manner as a deposit and added to any other deposits held in the same right and capacity by the claimant, and insured in the aggregate to a maximum of TT$200,000.
Frequently Asked Questions
- If a depositor has an account in the main office of an institution and also at a branch office, are these accounts separately insured?
- What is a Liquidator’s certificate?
- Must a claim be filed in person?
- How is a depositor notified of the date and place of payment of his or her claim after an institution is closed?
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.
