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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I include a named driver in my Private Motor Car insurance policy?

Yes, you can include as many named drivers as you want in your Private Motor Car insurance policy subject to underwriting and additional premium.

What does Machinery All Risks insurance cover?

Machinery All Risks covers accidental loss of or damage to your machinery and equipment from any cause unless it’s specifically listed as an exclusion.

Do I need to inform ECICS if I changed my job after applying for ECICS Personal Accident Insurance?

Yes. You must notify us if there are any change in circumstances during the period of insurance affecting the risk such as changes in occupation or country of residence.

How do I make a windscreen claim?

Please repair your windscreen at an ECICS Authorised Workshop. Call the workshop of your choice and they will help you file your claim and advise you accordingly. Click HERE for a copy of the Windscreen claim form.If the windscreen claim is of criminal or vandalism-related, a police report must be made. A copy of the police report must be submitted to your choice ECICS Authorised Workshop.

What does Fire and Extraneous Perils typically cover?

1. Fire or Lightning 2. Riot and Strike 3. Malicious Damage 4. Aircraft Damage 5. Impact Damage 6. Explosion 7. Earthquake, Volcanic Eruption, Hurricane, Cyclone, Typhoon and Windstorm and Flood Arising Therefrom 8. Extended Flood 9. Bursting or Overflowing of Watertanks, Apparatus or Pipes

What does the Enhanced MaidAssure Insurance cover?

Enhanced MaidAssure is a comprehensive insurance plan for your Foreign Domestic Worker (FDW) that covers the following benefits:- Accidental Death or Permanent Disablement,- Hospital & Surgical Expenses,- Replacement/Re-hiring Expenses,- Wages & Levy Reimbursement,- Repatriation Expenses,- Insurance bond guarantee.For more information, please refer to the policy wording. Alternatively, feel free to call us at +65 6206 5588, WhatsApp us at +65 8956 5588, or email us at customerservice@ecics.com.sg.

Does your Motorcycle insurance cover me while I am riding in Malaysia or Thailand?

Our policy covers you when you ride your motorcycle in West Malaysia, the Republic of Singapore and that part of Thailand within 80.5km of the border between Thailand and West Malaysia.

What does your Motorcycle insurance cover?

We have 3 plans to suit your needs. The Comprehensive plan covers loss or damage to your motorcycle, as well as third party liability for bodily injury and property damage.

Do you offer NCD Protector for Motorcycle insurance?

Yes, ECICS motorcycle insurance policy comes with complimentary No Claim Discount Protector. It is free for our customers as long as you have NCD 10% and above.

Do I need Motorcycle insurance in Singapore?

Yes, it is illegal to use a vehicle in Singapore without a valid insurance cover. At a minimum, you must have third-party insurance, which covers injury or damage caused to other people and their property.

Do you cover everyone who use my motorcycle?

All riders need to be named in the policy. Unnamed riders are not covered.

If the policyholder made a NCD withdrawal, will it affect all the Family NCD members?

No, all earned Family-NCD remains intact so long as the policy is in-force. Each Family NCD member can only utilize their Family-NCD once with us and is not transferrable.

What to do in the event of an accident?

Please remain calm and check that nobody is injured. If someone is injured, you will need to call the ambulance at 995 and police at 999 immediately. You must also not shift your vehicle from its original position.You can contact our accident-assistance support available on 24/7 at +65 6206 5588 (option 9).

When can I renew my road tax?

ECICS will be transmitting the details of your Private Car Policy to LTA upon successful enrolment within 3 business days. Please contact our mainline if you require support to urgently submit to LTA for online road tax renewals. Alternative, you can proceed to LTA office with the Certificate of Insurance to physically renewal your road tax at LTA office. Our mainline number is +65 6206 5588 (Mon - Fri excluding Public Holiday, 8:30am - 6:00pm).

If I have 2 policies (2 vehicles) insured with ECICS and bought Family NCD plans with a member appearing in both policies. What will happen if one of the policy experiences an accident claim by the Family NCD member (named driver)?

The policy that experiences the accident claim will have the entire group of Family NCD members' (named drivers) Family-NCD reduced according to the GIA NCD framework (https://gia.org.sg/). We believe that promoting safe driving is a family affair. However, the other policy with us will not be affected, all earned Family-NCDs in that policy will remain intact.

What if one of the Family NCD member had an accident on another vehicle not insured by ECICS or a different policy?

The Family-NCD will not be affected as it follows the policy's claim experience. However, his past accident history will be taken into consideration when the Family NCD member get a new quote from us.