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Life Insurance

Life insurance provides a lump sum payment to your beneficiaries when you pass away, helping to replace your income, pay off debts, and maintain your family's standard of living. In Australia, life insurance (also called term life insurance) is the foundation of financial protection for families.

Who Needs Life Insurance?

  • Parents with dependent children
  • Anyone with a mortgage or significant debts
  • Single income families
  • Business owners with key person insurance needs
  • Anyone wanting to leave an inheritance

Key Details

Waiting Period
None (pays on death)
Benefit Period
One-time lump sum payment
Expiry Age
99 years old
Tax Deductible
No - Premiums are not tax deductible

Starting from

$35/month

Age 30, male, $500,000 cover

What Life Insurance Covers

Lump sum payment to beneficiaries upon death
Replaces your income to support dependents
Pays off mortgage and debts
Covers funeral and estate expenses
Tax-free payment to beneficiaries
Can be held inside super or retail policy
Premiums may be tax deductible (if held in super)

Common Exclusions

Most life insurance policies will not cover:

Death by suicide within 13 months of policy start
Pre-existing conditions not disclosed
Death while committing a crime
War or acts of terrorism (some policies)
Risky activities not disclosed (e.g., skydiving)

Premium Examples

Indicative monthly premiums for life insurance by age and gender. Your actual premium will depend on your health, occupation, and coverage amount.

AgeGenderCoverage AmountProviderMonthly Premium
30male$500,000TAL$35
30female$500,000TAL$28
40male$500,000AIA$58
40female$500,000AIA$42
50male$500,000Zurich$142
50female$500,000Zurich$98

Compare with Other Insurance Types

See how life insurance compares to other types of coverage

Total and Permanent Disability Insurance

A lump sum if you can never work again due to illness or injury.

From: $45/month
Tax deductible: No
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Trauma Insurance

A lump sum if diagnosed with a serious illness like cancer or heart attack.

From: $52/month
Tax deductible: No
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Income Protection Insurance

Monthly payments replacing up to 85% of income if unable to work.

From: $68/month
Tax deductible: Yes
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