No. The main office and all branches are considered to be one institution. Therefore, the accounts would be added together and insured up to the $200,000 maximum. However, separately constituted subsidiaries or associated companies are recognised as distinct legal entities for deposit insurance purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the current insured limit?
- Is the insurance protection increased by placing funds in two or more types of deposit accounts in the same institution?
- In the event of a deposit transfer, how will a depositor know when and where he can withdraw his funds?
- How is a depositor notified that an institution in which he or she has a deposit, has been ordered to be closed?
Did You Know?
- Misconception: Placing funds in different types of deposits such as CDs, Chequing, Savings with the same member institution would increase insurance coverage. - 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.
