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Life insurance guides

    What is life insurance?

    Learn more about life insurance - what it covers and how it works. And find out about the benefits of Tesco Life Insurance.

    What does life insurance cover?

    Learn about life insurance cover. Find out what’s covered by Tesco Life Insurance and discover the Tesco benefits that come with your policy.

    Types of life insurance explained

    Learn about different types of life insurance policy - what they cover and how they work. And find out what your options are with Tesco Life Insurance.

    Life insurance when buying a home

    Buying a home is a big financial commitment. Find out how life insurance fits into the home buying process, what cover people often choose, and what to consider as you get ready to move.

    Do you need life insurance for a mortgage?

    Learn about life insurance and mortgages. And find out about Mortgage Protection with Tesco Life Insurance.

    How much life insurance do I need?

    Work out how much cover you might need for Family Protection or Mortgage Protection. And learn more about Tesco Life Insurance.

    How much does life insurance cost?

    Learn about the cost of life insurance. Find out what affects your premiums and what your options are with Tesco Life Insurance.

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    What are the benefits of life insurance?

    Learn more about life insurance and the reasons why you should get it. And discover the benefits of Tesco Life Insurance.

    When should you get life insurance?

    Learn when you should get life insurance. Find out how it can help. And what your options are with Tesco Life Insurance.

    Life insurance for couples

    Find out more about life insurance for couples. And learn about your options with Tesco Life Insurance.

    What is level term life insurance?

    Learn more about level term life insurance - also called Family Protection. And find out what your options are with Tesco Life Insurance.

    What is decreasing term life insurance?

    Learn more about decreasing term life insurance - also called Mortgage Protection. And find out what your options are with Tesco Life Insurance.

    What is critical illness cover?

    Learn about critical illness cover. Find out what it is and how it works. And discover the benefits of Tesco Life Insurance.

    How does life insurance work?

    Learn more about life insurance - what it is and how it works. And find out what your options are with Tesco Life Insurance.

    Life insurance for pre-existing conditions

    Learn about life insurance for pre-existing medical conditions. And find out what your options are with Tesco Life Insurance.

    Life insurance with diabetes

    Learn about applying for life insurance if you have diabetes. And find out what your options are with Tesco Life Insurance.

    Can you have more than one life insurance policy?

    Find out how many life insurance policies you can have and why you might want more than one. And learn more about Tesco Life Insurance.

    Life insurance after divorce

    Learn about life insurance after divorce. And find out what your options are with Tesco Life Insurance.

    Life insurance and cancer

    Does life insurance cover cancer?

    As you focus on your health after a cancer diagnosis, you may also be thinking about your financial future. Find out about your life insurance options and the support available.

    Life insurance for young adults

    Learn more about life insurance for young adults. And find out what your options are with Tesco Life Insurance.

    Life insurance for smokers

    Learn about life insurance for smokers. And find out what your options are with Tesco Life Insurance.

    What happens to your mortgage if you die?

    Find out what happens to your mortgage if you die. And how a payout from a Tesco Life Insurance policy could help.

    Life insurance for your family

    Learn about life insurance for your family. And find out what your options are with Tesco Life Insurance.

    Do you need a medical for life insurance?

    Find out when a life insurance medical might be needed, what it involves and why insurers ask for it. And what happens while your application is being assessed.

    How does life insurance work when someone dies?

    How does life insurance work when someone dies?

    Find out what happens to a loved one's life insurance policy after they die, how to locate it and what to do next.

    Joint vs single life insurance

    Learn about the differences in cover with joint or single life insurance. And find the type of cover that’s right for you.

    What is a life insurance beneficiary?

    Find out who you can name, how it works, and what to consider when making your decision.

    Should you put your life insurance in a trust?

    Learn about the pros and cons of putting life insurance in a trust. And what to think about before deciding

    Why is life insurance worth having today

    Life insurance isn't just for the future. Find out how it can support you from day one, and what to consider when choosing cover.

    How are life insurance premiums calculated?

    Learn about life insurance premiums. Find out how they work and what affects the price of Tesco Life Insurance.

    Life insurance glossary

    Find out what some of the key terms mean in our A-Z life insurance guide.

    Learn more about Life Insurance

    Find the right cover to help provide for your family after you’ve gone. Choose Tesco Life Insurance and get a discount with your Clubcard.

    How to make a claim or get in touch

      How to make a claim

      Find out how to make a claim with Aviva, our life insurance provider.

      Get in touch

      Need to talk to someone about Life Insurance? Find out how to contact Aviva.