An excess is the amount you pay towards the cost of your claim for each incident covered by your policy. A standard excess applies to all claims unless stated otherwise in the PDS.
Depending on your level and type of cover, you can increase your excess by choosing a voluntary excess (from the range we offer) to reduce your premium. Choosing a higher voluntary excess will reduce your premium, but also means you'll pay more in the event of a claim.
The option of paying a voluntary excess only applies to the following products:
Car insurance (Platinum and Comprehensive only)
Caravan insurance
Motorcycle insurance
Boat insurance (Comprehensive only)
Business insurance
If you have a Home, Landlord or Strata Insurance, you also have the option of increasing your standard excess.
For further information please check your PDS or contact us.