The latest statistics and claims information
Read our latest protection claims statistics report and infographic to find out more about our claims process.
We’ve broken our claims statistics down by product, customer profile and top reasons for claims, to support your conversations and reaffirm the importance of having the right protection in place should the worst happen.
We've also provided you with the tools and advice regarding the reasons why claims are rejected and the importance of Confirm Your Details (CYD) to ensure all your clients stand the very best chance of having their claim paid.
Key claims documents
Claims summary
Our latest claims product data in an at-a-glance format.
Claims magazine
A full breakdown of our latest data including claims by product, condition, region and age.
Help us pay more claims
How to make sure your client has the best chance of having their claim accepted.
Meet the people behind the numbers
Barry's story

Barry explains how a pay-out on his critical illness policy allowed him and his family to focus on what’s important following a Subarachnoid brain haemorrhage.
You can also read about how Brett from our claims team handled Barry's case PDF size: 655KB.
Case studies
See the impact and real-life value of a protection policy with claims customer stories.
Confirm your details
Learn more about the importance of confirming your details.
How to make a claim
We’re signed up to the Protection Distributors Group' (PDG) Claim Charter, reinforcing our dedication to delivering the highest standards to customers throughout their claim experience.
We have over 60 Samaritans-trained claims assessors, so every claim is handled with compassion. Your client’s case will be dealt with by the same assessor throughout, if possible. Clients can also nominate someone to act on their behalf – we’ll need written permission for this. Read more about our typical claims process and timings.
Making a life insurance or critical illness cover claim
Making an income protection claim
Claiming on optional benefits
How to claim on added value services or optional benefits your client has added to their protection policy.
Claims contacts
Life insurance claims
0800 137 101
Critical illness cover, terminal illness cover or Waiver of Premium claims
0800 068 0789
Income protection claims
0800 027 9830