to the most commonly asked questions from coverage to claims.
What is Policy Excess/ Basic and Ancillary Deductable and when does it apply?
Policy excess refers to the amount specified in the policy schedule to be borne by the Insured for each separate accident/incident generating a damage for which there is no identified responsible third party by the Police Department. This amount is detailed in your Policy documents
How am I required to pay the Policy Excess/ Basic and Ancillary Deductable?
You will be required to pay the Excess amount when collecting your vehicle from the workshop. If the repair is done by the Agency, you will be required to pay the Excess amount before dropping your vehicle to the Agency. We will provide you with a payment link for settling the Excess amount.
Why might my vehicle be considered a Total Loss?
Your vehicle could be considered a Total Loss under the following
circumstances:
* If your car is totally damaged beyond repairable
conditions due to an accident covered under your policy, we will pay
the market value of the car at the time of loss, up to the insured
value.
* If the repair cost of your vehicle exceeds 60% of the
market value of your car, we may consider it uneconomical to repair.
In this case, we will pay the market value of the car at the time of
loss, up to the insured value, after deducting the applicable excess.
What are the next steps if my vehicle is deemed a Total Loss?
You will receive an Offer Letter from our Total Loss Department detailing compensation offered and all the further steps and procedures to be followed in completing the transaction.
What is the Depreciation amount for new spare parts required for repairs?
The Depreciation percentage is applicable as defined in the Policy
Terms and Conditions with respect to the age of the vehicle.
The
Depreciation percentage is applied on the net cost of the spare part,
you may verify the purchase invoice before paying.
Which garages will you use to repair my car?
If you are eligible for Agency Repairs, your vehicle will be repaired at the vehicle's authorized Agency. If you are entitled for Non-Agency Repairs, the repairs will be arranged at one of our authorized network garages located nearest to you. These garages are selected based on their quality, experience, expertise, and market reputation.
Can someone drive my car on a Visit Visa?
Yes, anyone on a Visit Visa can drive a private vehicle if he/she holds an international or converted driving license, and the claim is covered under these circumstances
Can I extend the rental car for my claim?
Rental car extension is not available for claims, as hire car service is provided as a benefit according to the Policy Terms and Conditions.
How can I book a rental car service if I have hire car coverage?
To book a rental car service, please follow these steps:
Ensure that you are eligible for hire car coverage under your
policy.
Confirm that a claim has been opened and you have a valid
claim number.
Call our toll-free number at least 24 hours in advance to ensure availability.
Where can I find my GIG Gulf Policy Reference Number?
The GIG Gulf Policy Reference Number is mentioned in your Policy Schedule Document. For example, it might look like this: 60/VA/123456789/0/0.
How can I call Home Assistance?
If your policy includes Home Assistance coverage, you can contact us on our toll-free number and select the "Home Assistance" option, which is available 24/7.
In case of a normal breakdown, how can I get assistance?
How do I register a claim?
You can register your claim online in 5 minutes by following these steps:
Visit the GIG Gulf customer portal at https://www.giggulf.bh/en/customer-portal
Ensure you have the following information ready:
- Your GIG Gulf
Policy Reference Number
- The Driving License of the person who
was driving the car at the time of the accident (Front & Back
sides)
- Your Car Registration Card (Front & Back sides)
-
A Police Report or confirmation from the E-Traffic App
Once the online form is completed with the required details completed, you will receive a confirmation along with your Claim Reference Number.
What is the process in case of an accident?
1. Roadside Assistance:
If you need roadside assistance, please call our toll-free
number. We will coordinate with the towing service to assist you.
2. Get the Police Report:
For minor accidents without injuries, report the accident through
the E-Traffic App. Ensure the faulty party acknowledges their
responsibility and take clear photos of the damage and the license
plates involved.
In the unfortunate case of injuries, call the
police at
999
.
3. Register Your Claim:
You can register your claim online on the GIG Gulf website at
https://www.giggulf.bh/en/customer-portal
. You will receive your Claim Reference Number.
4. Workshop/Agency Allocation:
Once your claim is opened, GIG Gulf will send you a confirmation
email or SMS with details of the workshop or agency (if eligible for
agency repair) where you can drop off your vehicle for a repair estimate.
5. Rental Car Booking (if eligible):
If your policy includes hire car service, you can book a rental
car by calling our toll-free number at least 24 hours in advance.
6. Repair:
Once repair is authorized, you will be notified via SMS/email.
Note:
For traffic collision claims where a third party is at
fault, it is mandatory to wait for approval from the third party's
insurance company before proceeding with the claim.
For claims
where you are responsible for the damage (any claim that is
non-recoverable), you will need to pay the standard excess amount to
the workshop (and any other applicable excess), as per policy terms
and conditions.
7. Real-Time Tracking Status of the Claim:
You can track the status of your claim on the GIG Gulf website at
https://www.giggulf.bh/en/track-motor-claims
using your Claim Reference Number.
In case my car is flooded, how can I report the claim?
You can register your flood claim online in 5 minutes by following these steps:
Visit GIG Gulf customer portal at https://www.giggulf.bh/en/customer-portal .
Ensure you have the following information ready:
- Your GIG Gulf
Policy Reference Number
- The Driving License of the person who
was driving the car at the time of the accident (Front & Back
sides)
- Your Car Registration Card (Front & Back sides)
-
Police Report or confirmation from the E-Traffic App mentioning the
date of the incident as the actual date of the flood
- Clear
pictures of the damage
- GIG Gulf Claim Form fully filled and
signed by the insured (available for download at the provided link).
If the vehicle was flooded while in the designated parking of any
building, ensure to mention the full building details in the claim
form:
* Building No.
* Block No.
* Road No.
* If the
insured is a tenant, the apartment number.
If your car was parked
at the time of the flood, select "I was driving the car" on
the online form.
Once the online form is completed with the required details completed, you will receive a confirmation along with your Claim Reference Number.
I want to follow up on my claim, how to track the status of my claim?
We will notify you about the progress of your claim through the journey. For immediate updates, you can track your claim using our website https://www.giggulf.bh/en/customer-portal
How can I report a windscreen claim to GIG Gulf?
You can register your windscreen claim online in 5 minutes by following these steps:
Visit GIG Gulf customer portal at https://www.giggulf.bh/en/customer-portal .
Ensure you have the following information ready:
- Your GIG Gulf
Policy Reference Number
- The Driving License of the person who
was driving the car at the time of the accident (Front & Back
sides)
- Your Car Registration Card (Front & Back sides)
-
GIG Gulf Claim Form fully filled and signed by the insured (available
for download at the provided link)
- Clear pictures of the damage
Once the online form is completed with the required details completed, you will receive a confirmation along with your Claim Reference Number.
How can I book Airport Pickup/Drop off service?
If your policy is eligible for Airport Pickup/Drop off service,
please click the link below to book the service. Make sure to book the
service at least 48 hours in advance:
https://www.giggulf.bh/en/customer-portal
How can I book Car Service pickup and drop-off?
If your policy is eligible for Car Service Pickup & Drop off
service, please click the link below to book the service. Make sure to
book at least 48 hours in advance:
https://www.giggulf.bh/en/customer-portal
How to ask about the status of my reimbursement payment?
Please contact our technical team directly via email at motorclaims.ml@gig-gulf.com . Kindly include your Claim Reference Number and contact details for assistance regarding your reimbursement payment.
What is Policy Excess/ Basic and Ancillary Deductable and when does it apply?
Policy excess refers to the amount specified in the policy schedule to be borne by the Insured for each separate accident/incident generating a damage for which there is no identified responsible third party by the Police Department. This amount is detailed in your Policy documents
How am I required to pay the Policy Excess/ Basic and Ancillary Deductable?
You will be required to pay the Excess amount when collecting your vehicle from the workshop. If the repair is done by the Agency, you will be required to pay the Excess amount before dropping your vehicle to the Agency. We will provide you with a payment link for settling the Excess amount.
Why might my vehicle be considered a Total Loss?
Your vehicle could be considered a Total Loss under the following
circumstances:
* If your car is totally damaged beyond repairable
conditions due to an accident covered under your policy, we will pay
the market value of the car at the time of loss, up to the insured
value.
* If the repair cost of your vehicle exceeds 60% of the
market value of your car, we may consider it uneconomical to repair.
In this case, we will pay the market value of the car at the time of
loss, up to the insured value, after deducting the applicable excess.
What are the next steps if my vehicle is deemed a Total Loss?
You will receive an Offer Letter from our Total Loss Department detailing compensation offered and all the further steps and procedures to be followed in completing the transaction.
What is the Depreciation amount for new spare parts required for repairs?
The Depreciation percentage is applicable as defined in the Policy
Terms and Conditions with respect to the age of the vehicle.
The
Depreciation percentage is applied on the net cost of the spare part,
you may verify the purchase invoice before paying.
Which garages will you use to repair my car?
If you are eligible for Agency Repairs, your vehicle will be repaired at the vehicle's authorized Agency. If you are entitled for Non-Agency Repairs, the repairs will be arranged at one of our authorized network garages located nearest to you. These garages are selected based on their quality, experience, expertise, and market reputation.
Can someone drive my car on a Visit Visa?
Yes, anyone on a Visit Visa can drive a private vehicle if he/she holds an international or converted driving license, and the claim is covered under these circumstances
Can I extend the rental car for my claim?
Rental car extension is not available for claims, as hire car service is provided as a benefit according to the Policy Terms and Conditions.
How can I book a rental car service if I have hire car coverage?
To book a rental car service, please follow these steps:
Ensure that you are eligible for hire car coverage under your
policy.
Confirm that a claim has been opened and you have a valid
claim number.
Call our toll-free number at least 24 hours in advance to ensure availability.
Where can I find my GIG Gulf Policy Reference Number?
The GIG Gulf Policy Reference Number is mentioned in your Policy Schedule Document. For example, it might look like this: 60/VA/123456789/0/0.
How can I call Home Assistance?
If your policy includes Home Assistance coverage, you can contact us on our toll-free number and select the "Home Assistance" option, which is available 24/7.
In case of a normal breakdown, how can I get assistance?
How do I register a claim?
You can register your claim online in 5 minutes by following these steps:
Visit the GIG Gulf customer portal at https://www.giggulf.bh/en/customer-portal
Ensure you have the following information ready:
- Your GIG Gulf
Policy Reference Number
- The Driving License of the person who
was driving the car at the time of the accident (Front & Back
sides)
- Your Car Registration Card (Front & Back sides)
-
A Police Report or confirmation from the E-Traffic App
Once the online form is completed with the required details completed, you will receive a confirmation along with your Claim Reference Number.
What is the process in case of an accident?
1. Roadside Assistance:
If you need roadside assistance, please call our toll-free
number. We will coordinate with the towing service to assist you.
2. Get the Police Report:
For minor accidents without injuries, report the accident through
the E-Traffic App. Ensure the faulty party acknowledges their
responsibility and take clear photos of the damage and the license
plates involved.
In the unfortunate case of injuries, call the
police at
999
.
3. Register Your Claim:
You can register your claim online on the GIG Gulf website at
https://www.giggulf.bh/en/customer-portal
. You will receive your Claim Reference Number.
4. Workshop/Agency Allocation:
Once your claim is opened, GIG Gulf will send you a confirmation
email or SMS with details of the workshop or agency (if eligible for
agency repair) where you can drop off your vehicle for a repair estimate.
5. Rental Car Booking (if eligible):
If your policy includes hire car service, you can book a rental
car by calling our toll-free number at least 24 hours in advance.
6. Repair:
Once repair is authorized, you will be notified via SMS/email.
Note:
For traffic collision claims where a third party is at
fault, it is mandatory to wait for approval from the third party's
insurance company before proceeding with the claim.
For claims
where you are responsible for the damage (any claim that is
non-recoverable), you will need to pay the standard excess amount to
the workshop (and any other applicable excess), as per policy terms
and conditions.
7. Real-Time Tracking Status of the Claim:
You can track the status of your claim on the GIG Gulf website at
https://www.giggulf.bh/en/track-motor-claims
using your Claim Reference Number.
In case my car is flooded, how can I report the claim?
You can register your flood claim online in 5 minutes by following these steps:
Visit GIG Gulf customer portal at https://www.giggulf.bh/en/customer-portal .
Ensure you have the following information ready:
- Your GIG Gulf
Policy Reference Number
- The Driving License of the person who
was driving the car at the time of the accident (Front & Back
sides)
- Your Car Registration Card (Front & Back sides)
-
Police Report or confirmation from the E-Traffic App mentioning the
date of the incident as the actual date of the flood
- Clear
pictures of the damage
- GIG Gulf Claim Form fully filled and
signed by the insured (available for download at the provided link).
If the vehicle was flooded while in the designated parking of any
building, ensure to mention the full building details in the claim
form:
* Building No.
* Block No.
* Road No.
* If the
insured is a tenant, the apartment number.
If your car was parked
at the time of the flood, select "I was driving the car" on
the online form.
Once the online form is completed with the required details completed, you will receive a confirmation along with your Claim Reference Number.
I want to follow up on my claim, how to track the status of my claim?
We will notify you about the progress of your claim through the journey. For immediate updates, you can track your claim using our website https://www.giggulf.bh/en/customer-portal
How can I report a windscreen claim to GIG Gulf?
You can register your windscreen claim online in 5 minutes by following these steps:
Visit GIG Gulf customer portal at https://www.giggulf.bh/en/customer-portal .
Ensure you have the following information ready:
- Your GIG Gulf
Policy Reference Number
- The Driving License of the person who
was driving the car at the time of the accident (Front & Back
sides)
- Your Car Registration Card (Front & Back sides)
-
GIG Gulf Claim Form fully filled and signed by the insured (available
for download at the provided link)
- Clear pictures of the damage
Once the online form is completed with the required details completed, you will receive a confirmation along with your Claim Reference Number.
How can I book Airport Pickup/Drop off service?
If your policy is eligible for Airport Pickup/Drop off service,
please click the link below to book the service. Make sure to book the
service at least 48 hours in advance:
https://www.giggulf.bh/en/customer-portal
How can I book Car Service pickup and drop-off?
If your policy is eligible for Car Service Pickup & Drop off
service, please click the link below to book the service. Make sure to
book at least 48 hours in advance:
https://www.giggulf.bh/en/customer-portal
How to ask about the status of my reimbursement payment?
Please contact our technical team directly via email at motorclaims.ml@gig-gulf.com . Kindly include your Claim Reference Number and contact details for assistance regarding your reimbursement payment.