Make a life insurance claim
If you need to make a claim on a life insurance policy, this page will tell you how. Scottish Widows will do all they can to make sure your claim is handled as quickly and smoothly as possible.
If you have any questions or concerns, just call Scottish Widows on one of the numbers below. They'll be happy to help.
Policy number beginning with |
Phone number |
Opening hours |
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Policy number beginning with1 |
Phone number |
Opening hoursMon to Fri - 9am to 5:30pm |
Policy number beginning with4 or 5 |
Phone number |
Opening hoursMon to Fri - 9am to 6pm |
Policy number beginning withSW5 |
Phone number |
Opening hoursMon to Fri - 9am to 5pm |
Policy number beginning withTMP or 14 |
Phone number |
Opening hoursMon to Fri - 8am to 6pm |
Policy number beginning withHX6 |
Phone number |
Opening hoursMon to Fri - 9am to 5pm |
Help and support
Making a claim can be a difficult time, and we want to make sure that you have all the support you need. These organisations may be able to help.
PEOPLE YOU CAN TALK TO
Macmillan Cancer Support
Physical, financial and emotional support if you or a loved one are diagnosed with cancer.
Samaritans
If you need someone to talk to, they will listen. Any time, day or night.
Age UK
A charity that works with and for older people. They can help tackle loneliness, support inclusion and deliver better lives for old people.
RedArc
If you have Scottish Widows Care as part of your policy, RedArc can help with practical advice and emotional support.
PRACTICAL ADVICE
Citizens Advice
Whatever the problem, they can provide confidential and free advice. Online, over the phone or in person.
MoneyHelper
Free advice on dealing with money after a death. From paying for the funeral to looking after the paperwork and household bills.
Turn2us
A charity that helps people in financial hardship to get back on track.
HM Revenue & Customs
Find answers to questions about tax or benefits.
Gov.uk
Get advice on what to do after someone dies.