Are you an insurance policyholder, a pension beneficiary or a citizen interested in knowing more about insurance and occupational pensions in Europe? We have put together a selection of tips and advice to help you better understand these products and make informed decisions when purchasing them.
Why should you think about insurance?
If you are here, it means that you probably already know what insurance is and how it can protect you now and in the future.
Here's a quick reminder, nonetheless, on why we should speak about insurance.
Why should you think about pensions?
Pension is the income you will get when you retire.
Whether you're new to pension savings or just looking to refresh your knowledge, we'll give you some information on pensions so that you make better informed decisions about your future.
Here's a quick reminder on why we should speak about pensions.
What to bear in mind when buying and using insurance and pensions products
Insurance and pensions products are important for protecting and helping consumers in their daily life, notably to cope with serious difficulties (e.g. floods, fire, car accident etc.).
Before buying an insurance or a pension product, it is advisable to obtain more information.
Find out more about how to buy a product, how to keep track of it, how to handle a claim or a complaint, and how to cancel an insurance or pension product.
Where to find further information in your country?
To make informed choices, you need to understand key concepts about insurance and pensions.
EIOPA has put together a financial education map listing websites and portals in your country aimed to help consumers find their way in the insurance and pensions sectors.