A burial policy from AVBOB will cover the expenses of one’s funeral and burial. They are desirable because they can protect your family from the financial burden that a funeral can be
Losing a loved one is a trying time, more so if you have to deal with the high costs associated with giving your loved one a decent send-off. And without a burial policy in place, the costs of a funeral can run into thousands of rands and can put financial strain and unnecessary stress on those trying to cope with their loss.
The benefit of a burial policy is that they are a great option for those who may have health issues. And there is no medical exam required!
Burial Policy from AVBOB
Your burial policy will come from a company who has been in existence since 1918. They are South Africa’s leading funeral service provider, with more than 150 branches all over the country. And they are a member of the National Funeral Director’s Association (NFDA), which means they commit to a code of conduct.
A burial policy from this renowned company will ensure that you can lay your loved one to rest in a peaceful, orderly fashion. Also, you can be sure that when you put in a claim, the company is financially sound to be able to pay out your claim as promised.
Service Benefits of a Burial Policy from AVBOB
- They will arrange with the doctor to issue a death certificate.
- AVBOB removes the deceased and transfers the body to a state mortuary.
- Once the family makes the identification, AVBOB takes possession of the body once again.
- A representative will guide you in arranging the funeral service – the choice of burial.
- They will help you choose a coffin.
- You can use one of their chapels for your funeral service.
- The burial policy premium is calculated according to the age of the member.
- The maximum entry age of the member is 65.
- Children enjoy cover to the age of 20 years or 25 years if they are full-time students and not earning.
- There’s a waiting period of 6 months for death from natural causes. No waiting period for death by unnatural causes.
- Once the appropriate documentation is verified, your death burial policy claim will be processed within 48 hours.
- Payments are between R10 000 and R20 000 depending on the burial plan you choose.
- An AVBOB policyholder will receive free benefits such as:
– A basic funeral if the policy is more than two years old – free use of hearse and arrangement of funeral
– Assistance with all official documents
– Funeral notices
– Free transportation of the deceased within South Africa
– R1 000 cash paid immediately for initial expenses
– You also get a 15% addition to the amount assured on the primary member. You can convert this into a six month Retrenchment Benefit
AVBOB believes that honouring the deceased is important as it gives closure and the confidence to continue life knowing you did your best. With a burial policy from AVBOB you know you’re in the hands of people who’ll take good care of you.
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