Submitting a Claim for someone who has passed away?
A Claim can still be submitted for a Primary Class Member who passed away on or after January 25, 2016. Estate Representatives and Heirs follow the same Claims Process, with additional documents.
Claims Helpers are available to help at every step, for free.
Who can submit a Claim?
A Claim for someone who has passed away can be submitted by an Estate Representative or an Heir.
Estate Representative
A person legally authorized to act for the estate, like an executor, administrator or liquidator. This authority comes from a will, court order or other official appointment, called a Grant of Authority.
Heir
A family member, like a spouse, child, parent or another close family member, who can act for the estate when there is no Grant of Authority.
Not sure which one fits your situation? A Claims Helper can help you understand your options.
Call 1-888-592-9101, choose your language and then press 2 to talk to a Claims Helper.
Step by step
See each step to complete and submit an Estate Claim, from getting the Claim Form to what happens after you submit.
Estate Claim requirements
The Claims Process is the same for everyone. There is only one Claim Form. You will complete it with information about the person who passed away.
You will also be asked for additional documents.
You do not need medical records or hospital documents to submit a Claim.
The Claims Period is open. You have until July 27, 2028 to submit a Claim.
Not sure if a Claim can be submitted?
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Free help at every step
