Life Insurance Policy Locator: Begin Your Search

One of the most frequently asked questions the Connecticut Insurance Department gets is from people trying to settle a loved one’s estate but aren’t sure if they left behind a life insurance or annuity policy. Since 2017, the Department has helped nearly 8,000 consumers find those policies and more than $140 million in benefits through this free Life Insurance Policy Locator tool, developed by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC).

By providing some basic information about the deceased, the request triggers a nationwide search among participating insurers. Requests are handled confidentially and securely. Insurers compare their records and report any matches to state insurance departments. If a match is found, the insurer contacts the beneficiaries directly within 90 days.

Here is what you need to get started:

  • Social Security number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Number (ITIN) of the deceased
  • Legal first and last name of the deceased
  • Date of birth
  • Date of death
  • Veteran status of the deceased
  • Your relationship to deceased
  • Your email for contact information

TO GET STARTED CLICK THE LOCATOR

Life Insurance Locator

 

For help or more information:

Review the NAIC’s Life Insurance Policy Locator FAQs

Contact the Connecticut Insurance Department at 860-297-3900 or email at insurance@ct.gov