Guaranteed Acceptance Plan for over 50s

Our Guaranteed Acceptance Plan allows you to leave your loved ones a cash lump sum on your death.

Cover starts from as little as 17p per day and as there is no medical you are guaranteed to be accepted as long as you are aged between 50 and 85 at entry.

Our rates are highly competitive and we accept both smokers and non-smokers*

Premiums can be as little as £5 per month. The maximum sum assured is £25,000.

If you die due to an accident, then you will be covered from day 1. And unlike some other companies, Kingston Unity guarantees to pay the sum assured after only 1 year of premiums being paid if you die from natural causes. If you die from natural causes before this then we will refund your premiums to your estate.

The following are sample quotations for a premium of £10 per month, age 50 at entry.

  • £10 per month for a male non-smoker aged 50 at entry = £3,464 cover
  • £10 per month for a male smoker aged 50 at entry = £2,296 cover
  • £10 per month for a female non-smoker aged 50 at entry = £4,569 cover
  • £10 per month for a female smoker aged 50 at entry = £2,929 cover

For full rates please click on the links on the right hand side of this page

*You should read the Product Guide, Key Features and Terms & Conditions of the plan. These contain important information including definitions of terms and exceptions where the sum assured will not be payable.

The plan has no cash-in value at any time. You should bear in mind that over time inflation will reduce the buying power of the cash sum payable on death.

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Key Features:

  • Guaranteed acceptance no matter what your state of health
  • No medical
  • If you die due to an accident then your estate will receive the full sum assured.
  • If you die from natural causes during the first year we will refund the premiums paid to your estate.
  • If you die from natural causes more than one year from entry then the full sum assured will be paid.
  • Exceptions apply
  • Smokers accepted
  • No cash-in value
  • Premiums are guaranteed not to rise.
  • Premiums cease at the age of 90 but your level of life cover will remain the same.
  • To apply you need to be a UK resident aged between 50 and 85

Frequently Asked Questions:

  • What is the Guaranteed Acceptance Over 50's Plan?

    A Guaranteed acceptance plan guarantees that in return for a fixed monthly premium you will receive a cash lump sum on your death.

    Kingston Unity's plan guarantees to pay this lump sum, known as the 'sum assured' on death subject to the following:

    • If you die within the first year of acceptance, from an accident then we will pay the full sum assured
    • If you die within the first year of acceptance, from natural causes(eg sickness)then we will refund any premiums paid back to your estate.
    • After year one, if you die from natural causes or an accident then we will pay the full sum assured.
    • There are certain exclusions that apply and these are detailed within the Terms & Conditions.

    There is no medical and as long as you are a UK resident aged between 50 and 85 at entry then we guarantee to accept you.

    Depending on how long you pay your prmeiums for, its possible that what you pay in may be more than would be paid out when you die.

  • How long does my Guaranteed Acceptance over 50s plan last?

    The plan is designed to pay out only on your death

  • How much does it cost?

    Premiums vary, depending on your age at entry, your gender and whether you are a smoker or non-smoker.

    We guarantee that your premium will never increase during the life of your plan.

    The minimum premium is £5 per month and the maximum sum assured is £25,000

    You can choose either the premium you want to pay, or the sum assured you would like.

    The following examples show how much guaranteed lump sum your estate would receive if you were aged 60 at entry and paid a monthly premium of £20:

    1. Female Non-smoker = £5602
    2. Female smoker = £3445
    3. Male Non-smoker = £4037
    4. Male smoker = £3445
  • What happens if I stop paying my premiums?

    The plan has no cash-in value so if you stop paying premiums, before the age of 90, then your plan will stop and you will not longer be covered. You will not receive a refund of any premiums.

    Once you reach the age of 90 your premiums automatically stop but your life cover will continue.

  • Who gets the payout when I die?

    When you die the sum assured will be payable to your estate

  • What if I am a smoker?

    We can still offer you a plan even if you are a smoker. Because there are some health risks associated with smoking, your level of cover will be less than if you were a non-smoker.

    A smoker is defined as anyone who has smoked, used tobacco products or tobacco substitutes in the 12 months prior to the plan starting

    You do need to be totally honest about whether you are a smoker, as if you do not give us accurate information then we reserve the right to cancel your plan andyour cover, and you will not receive a refund of premiums.

  • Will there be any tax on the payout?

    Under current legislation, which may change, the lump sum payout will not be subject to Income Tax or Capital Gains Tax.

    However, depending on the size of your estate, the payout may be subject to Inheritance Tax unless it is written in trust.

  • Can I have more than one plan?

    You can take out as many plans as you like, as long as you meet the eligibility requirements and the overall sums assured of all your plans together does not exceed £25,000.

  • Can I change my cover?

    Your sum assured is fixed at the onset of your plan and it is not possible to increase or decrease cover within the plan.

    However you could take out additional plans to increase your cover.

  • Will my estate get back more than I have paid in?

    In some circumstances, the lump sum payable to your estate may be less than the total premiums you have paid in.

  • Are there any exceptions where you will not pay out?

    Yes, if death occurs at any time as a result of the following then there will be no payment made

    • it is caused by suicide or self-inflicted injury
    • if it is as a result of being under the influence of alcohol or non prescribed drugs
    • if you are involved in a criminal act
    • if you are participating in any riot, civil commotion or participation in any military action
    • if you are participating in any form of aviation except as a fare paying passenger on a recognised airline
    • participation in hazardous pursuits
    • failure to follow the advice of a medical practitioner

Where are my premiums invested?

The premiums are invested in the Kingston Unity With-Profits Fund which invests in a mixture of assets such as property, fixed deposits, shares and cash. Find out more »

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