to the most commonly asked questions from coverage to claims.
What is the process in case of an accident?
1. Roadside Assistance:
If you need roadside assistance, please
call our toll-free number. Our service provider will assist you to tow
your vehicle to the nearest workshop.
2. Obtain MRTA Form or Police Report:
In case of a minor accident
without invovling injury/death/property damages, MRTA form would
suffice the requirment. Under all other scenarios police report is mandatory.
3. Register Your Claim:
In case you're comprehensively insured
with us, you can register your claim online on the GIG Gulf website at
https://www.giggulf.om/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, please call our toll-free number at least 24 hours in
advance to ensure availability.
6. Repair:
Once repair is authorized, you will be notified via SMS/email.
Note:
You will advised to pay the excess amount 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.om/en/track-motor-claims
using your Claim Reference Number.
In case of a normal breakdown, how can I get assistance?
Contact us on our toll-free number and select the "Roadside Assistance" option, available 24/7.
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.om/en/customer-portal or https://www.giggulf.om/ar/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)
-
Identity Card (Front & Back sides)
- Spot photos (Clear
pictures of the damages at the time of accident)
- Police
Report/MRTA form fully filled and signed by the insured (available for
download at the provided link)
Once the online form is completed with the required details
completed, you will receive a confirmation along with your Claim
Reference Number.
Where can I find my GIG Gulf Policy Reference Number?
The GIG Gulf Policy Reference Number is mentioned on your Registration Card or Policy Schedule Document. For example, it might look like this: 65/VA/123456789/0/0.
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 and you have a valid claim number.
Call our toll-free number at least 24 hours in advance to ensure the availability.
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 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.om/en/customer-portal or https://www.giggulf.om/ar/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)
-
Identity Card (Front & Back sides)
- MRTA form fully filled
and signed by the insured (available for download at the provided
link)
- GIG Gulf Claim Form fully filled and signed by the insured
(available for download at the provided link)
- Clear pictures of
the damage at the time of accident
Once the online form is completed with the required details completed, you will receive a confirmation along with 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.om/en/customer-portal or https://www.giggulf.om/ar/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)
-
Identity Card (Front & Back sides)
- Police Report.
- Spot
photos of the damages at time of flood incident.
- 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.
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.
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.om/en/customer-portal
or
https://www.giggulf.om/ar/customer-portal
How to ask about the status of my reimbursement payment?
Please contact our 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?
Excess is the fixed amount specified in the Policy Schedule to be
borne by the Insured for each accident.
How am I required to pay the Policy Excess/ Basic and Ancillary Deductable?
For comprehensive policy claims you will be required to pay the Excess amount when collecting your vehicle from the workshop/Agency after repairs. In case of Total Loss, this will be deducted from the final settlement.
For any other claims scenario remittance of excess need to be paid as
per our instructions.
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 or cancelled by Royal Oman Police due to an accident
covered under your policy.
* If the repair cost of your vehicle
exceeds 75% of the Sum insured at the time of loss, in such condition
the vehicle will be qualified to be treated as Total Loss.
Once
the vehicle is approved as Total Loss you will be compensated as per
the agreed Sum Insured net of depreciation and any 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
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.
What is the process in case of an accident?
1. Roadside Assistance:
If you need roadside assistance, please
call our toll-free number. Our service provider will assist you to tow
your vehicle to the nearest workshop.
2. Obtain MRTA Form or Police Report:
In case of a minor accident
without invovling injury/death/property damages, MRTA form would
suffice the requirment. Under all other scenarios police report is mandatory.
3. Register Your Claim:
In case you're comprehensively insured
with us, you can register your claim online on the GIG Gulf website at
https://www.giggulf.om/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, please call our toll-free number at least 24 hours in
advance to ensure availability.
6. Repair:
Once repair is authorized, you will be notified via SMS/email.
Note:
You will advised to pay the excess amount 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.om/en/track-motor-claims
using your Claim Reference Number.
In case of a normal breakdown, how can I get assistance?
Contact us on our toll-free number and select the "Roadside Assistance" option, available 24/7.
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.om/en/customer-portal or https://www.giggulf.om/ar/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)
-
Identity Card (Front & Back sides)
- Spot photos (Clear
pictures of the damages at the time of accident)
- Police
Report/MRTA form fully filled and signed by the insured (available for
download at the provided link)
Once the online form is completed with the required details
completed, you will receive a confirmation along with your Claim
Reference Number.
Where can I find my GIG Gulf Policy Reference Number?
The GIG Gulf Policy Reference Number is mentioned on your Registration Card or Policy Schedule Document. For example, it might look like this: 65/VA/123456789/0/0.
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 and you have a valid claim number.
Call our toll-free number at least 24 hours in advance to ensure the availability.
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 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.om/en/customer-portal or https://www.giggulf.om/ar/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)
-
Identity Card (Front & Back sides)
- MRTA form fully filled
and signed by the insured (available for download at the provided
link)
- GIG Gulf Claim Form fully filled and signed by the insured
(available for download at the provided link)
- Clear pictures of
the damage at the time of accident
Once the online form is completed with the required details completed, you will receive a confirmation along with 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.om/en/customer-portal or https://www.giggulf.om/ar/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)
-
Identity Card (Front & Back sides)
- Police Report.
- Spot
photos of the damages at time of flood incident.
- 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.
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.
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.om/en/customer-portal
or
https://www.giggulf.om/ar/customer-portal
How to ask about the status of my reimbursement payment?
Please contact our 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?
Excess is the fixed amount specified in the Policy Schedule to be
borne by the Insured for each accident.
How am I required to pay the Policy Excess/ Basic and Ancillary Deductable?
For comprehensive policy claims you will be required to pay the Excess amount when collecting your vehicle from the workshop/Agency after repairs. In case of Total Loss, this will be deducted from the final settlement.
For any other claims scenario remittance of excess need to be paid as
per our instructions.
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 or cancelled by Royal Oman Police due to an accident
covered under your policy.
* If the repair cost of your vehicle
exceeds 75% of the Sum insured at the time of loss, in such condition
the vehicle will be qualified to be treated as Total Loss.
Once
the vehicle is approved as Total Loss you will be compensated as per
the agreed Sum Insured net of depreciation and any 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
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.