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Mapfre Guatemala

  • Formed in 1951. Part of Seguros MAPFRE since 2009.
  • Within the top 5 market players.
  • Specialises in group health business, but also provides main coverages such as group term life, accidental death and disability solutions.
  • Total written premium 2009 exceeded USD 10.1 million. Insured members total approximated 20,000 for Group Life Business, 35,000 in Health Care and 15,000 members for Personal Accident.
  • Well-known in the market for excellence of service, having gained ISO certification for life and health care business, expertise and solid financial backing.
  • Mapfre Group is rated A+ by Standard & Poor’s in 2010.
  • Member of the Swiss Life Network since 2008.

Special Advantages

  • Underwriting experience, administrative support for medical cost management and loss ratio control. Cost-efficient company.
  • Flexible and efficient service focusing on the client’s needs and requirements.
  • Customised solutions for local, regional and multinational companies.
  • Best services offered through PPO-basic dental examination, preventive programmes, and special discounts with our providers for all family members; administrative support for our clients; special training programmes for clients and insureds.
  • Attractive assistance package (e.g. 24-hour service, ambulance, doctor home visit for minor home emergencies).

Coverages and Products

Types of Benefit - Coverage available and poolable:

  • Group Life
  • Disability Pension / Lump Sum (riders)
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  • Burial Coverage
  • Medical

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Seguros de Occidente

  • Founded in 1979. Belongs to the Occidente Financial Group, which has more than a century of experience in Guatemala, making it the most prestigious group in the market.
  • Offers both life and non-life insurance including group life, endowment, medical, and accidental death and dismemberment.
  • Largest life insurance company in Guatemala.
  • Total premium income in 2009 exceeded GTQ 140 million, of which life and group life insurance accounted for GTQ 96 million.
  • The first insurance company to obtain a risk rating by Fitch Ratings in 2002. Currently rated “AA-” stable, the highest rating in the Guatemalan market, re-assigned by Fitch Ratings in December 2010.
  • Member of the Swiss Life Network since 1989.

Special Advantages

  • In special cases a profit commission of up to 30% of the risk premium is offered, this may be used to reduce premiums or to increase the sums insured.
  • Personalised service through highly systemised processes with which the insured employees or employers can check and monitor their coverages, including claims management.
  • 24 hours service for health emergencies, everyday.

Coverages and Products

Types of Benefit - Coverage available and poolable:

  • Group Life
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  • Medical

Financial Products available:

  • Company–Specific Portfolios