2021-01-01
The Financial Regulatory Authority issued Decision No. 1661 of 2021 to formally approve and mandate the implementation of a standardized personal accident insurance policy model specifically designed for Egyptians working abroad. Administered by the Egyptian Travel Insurance Pool, the policy provides a maximum coverage of 100,000 Egyptian pounds for accidental death and repatriation costs worldwide (excluding Egypt), with a maximum insured age of 65. The decision outlines comprehensive coverage terms, exclusions, notification obligations, and subrogation rights, taking full legal effect on January 1, 2022.