IF Metall’s optional member insurance policies
IF Metall has chosen to cooperate with the insurance company Folksam. Together, we work out the insurances that we believe can be useful to our members if something unforeseen occurs. Folksam and IF Metall have a joint central insurance committee. The committee is constantly discussing improvements and changes in our insurance policies. IF Metall’s members can also turn to the committee if they are dissatisfied with Folksam or the Customer Ombudsman’s decision in an insurance case.
- Health and survivor’s insurance
As a new member, you have free health and survivor’s insurance for the first three months.
The insurance comprises:
- Compensation of a maximum of SEK 2,200 per month, for a maximum of 18 months, after you have received a sickness benefit of at least 25 per cent for three months.
- Diagnosis payout. SEK 50,000 is paid out 30 days after you have received a diagnosis of a more severe nature, such as MS, stroke, acute myocardial infarc- tion, Parkinson’s, malignant cancer, ALS, or the loss of an arm or leg.
- Death benefit of SEK 250,000.
Once your first three months of membership have passed, Folksam will want to know whether you wish to keep the insurance. To opt out, you must notify us. We use a so-called “reservation method”. This means that you do not need to undergo a health exam and provide a medical declaration. Anyone can get the insurance, even if you have a medical history or if there are illnesses in the family. If you decline to keep the insurance and then change your mind, you must submit a simplified medical declaration.
You can also co-insure your spouse/cohabitant/registered partner, and you can now also choose other amounts in the various parts of the insurance.
- Home insurance for members
As a member, you can take out blanket-coverage home insurance, which means that you do not have to specify the value of everything you own. The insurance includes, e.g., legal protection, assault protection, and travel protection, as well as protection in the event of identity theft. It is possible to tie a tenant-owner flat or detached house to the insurance.
- Members’ children
Society does not automatically step in with financial help if children suffer accidents or become seriously ill. As a member, you can take out health and accident insurance for children and young people. Among other things, it covers medical and travel expenses, dental injuries, and damaged glasses and clothing. In addition, it provides compensation in the event of hospitalisation, medical disability, etc.
- Future Pensioners
Members who are about to turn 65 are offered the “Illness 60+” scheme, which provides benefits in the event of illnesses such as cancer, stroke, acute myocardial infarction, Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s dementia.
Please note that Illness 60+ insurance can only be taken out at the time of the offer, while Accident 60+ can be taken out later.
For all offered insurances, you have the option to co-insure your partner.
Download the brochure "Insurance for members of IF Metall"
This brochure provides detailed information about the insurance benefits associated with your IF Metall membership and collective agreement. Insurance is an essential part of ensuring security in both your work and personal life. Here, you can explore the various options, including collective agreement insurance, membership insurance, and additional supplementary coverage for you and your family at competitive rates.
Insurance for members of IF Metall.pdf (3,1 MB)