Critical Illness Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance in plain English

Educational overview only. Rules can change and details depend on your situation.

This page explains what it typically covers, what people miss, and a checklist to keep it simple.

When it is usually useful

1. You have dependents or obligations that would create a financial shock
2. You want to reduce risk with a clear, affordable plan
3. You want clarity on coverage, exclusions, and how claims work

What to watch

1. Exclusions and definitions, especially around pre existing conditions
2. Waiting periods and stability rules when applicable
3. Coverage amount and term matching your timeline

Common mistakes

1. Buying the cheapest plan without checking exclusions
2. Not aligning the policy term to the actual need
3. Leaving gaps because paperwork and renewals were not tracked

What to bring

1. Your goal, protection, travel, income replacement, or health
2. Dates and timeline
3. Any relevant medical context at a high level

FAQ

What matters more than price

Definitions and exclusions

What is a safe next step

Read the exclusions once, then choose the simplest option you can maintain