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Overseas Travel Insurance FAQ
Personal Accident Overview
Base Rate - Marginal Cost of Funds

Posted: 04 Nov 2015 04:01 AM PST

What if I do not buy any overseas travel insurance?

You are taking a big chance by not taking travel insurance when you travel, especially abroad. Travel insurance plans provide cover for the risk you may confront on a trip abroad that includes medical expenses, loss or delay of checked-in baggage, loss of passport, personal accident, and financial emergencies. Moreover, travel insurance is mandatory to get a visa for places such as the U.S.A, Canada, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.

Now, think about the costs that you may have to bear in the event of an unfortunate incident. It will help you to know about the average cost of medical treatment in the U.S.A against the same in India.

What is a TPA?

TPA stands for Third Party Administrator. They handle insurance claims on behalf of the insurance company. They provide essential services such as cashless hospitalization and 24-hour client servicing.

If I purchase a policy online, how long does it take to receive the policy papers?

A travel insurance policy purchased online can be printed and used as a legally valid document if you need to file a claim. At any rate, you receive a hard copy from the insurance company, usually within seven working days.

What is a Network Hospital?

A Network Hospital is a hospital with which the insurance companies and Third Party Administrators (TPAs) enter into a Memorandum of Understanding, to enable cashless hospitalization for their insured clients.

What do I do if the trip is canceled?

You can cancel the policy and get a refund from the insurance company.

What do I do if my trip is postponed?

The previous policy will be canceled and a new policy will be issued by the insurance company.

How long does it take to get a new policy?

A few minutes. You can even purchase a policy online.

Can I purchase a travel policy online?

Yes you can, using net banking or credit cards. Most insurance companies provide you with the facility of purchasing a policy online and printing it. It works as a legally valid document, even at the time of making a claim.

Can I pay for my travel policy in installments?

Yes. A few companies allow you to purchase your policy online and pay using your credit card; the monthly installments get automatically charged on your credit card and is reflected in your monthly statement.

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Personal Accident Overview

Posted: 04 Nov 2015 02:58 AM PST

Personal Accident Overview

If you are a breadwinner, an accident can create serious financial problems for your family. It can ruin the comfort and security you work so hard to provide them. Just think of it, who will help them settle the financial commitments in your absence or in case of your disability to earn any more, temporarily or permanently? You need to be prepared. Arm yourself with personal accident insurance.

Personal accident insurance covers the risk of bodily injuries arising directly from an accident that was caused by external, violent and visible means and results in death or disablement.

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Base Rate - Marginal Cost of Funds

Posted: 04 Nov 2015 02:16 AM PST

How is the base rate calculated now?

Banks follow varying methodologies. Some use the average cost of funds method, some have adopted the marginal cost of funds way while others use the blended cost of funds (liabilities) method.

How will it be done after April?

The RBI wants adoption of the marginal cost of funds methodology. Cost of funds is the pivotal factor influencing the base rate. The banking regulator has proposed that banks should arrive at cost of borrowing by factoring in average rates at which they had raised funds in the past one month prior to the date of reviewing the base rate. Marginal cost of funds will consist of current and savings deposits, fixed deposits, borrowings from RBI and other institutions as well as bonds.

How will borrowers benefit?

The RBI and some industry-watchers believe that base rates linked to marginal cost of funding will be more transparent and ensure effective transmission of RBI's policy measures to borrowers. Interest rate resets could become more frequent. At present, banks often do not pass on benefits of the central bank's rate cuts to the borrowers. CRISIL says the new methodology could reduce the current level of base rates by around 50 bps.