Life insurance claims

State Farm Life Insurance Company and State Farm Life and Accident Assurance Company (residents of NY and WI only) are committed to an efficient, organized life insurance claims process. We know that the passing of a loved one creates plenty of stress on its own.

Contact a State Farm® agent to start the life insurance claim process.

Information to have on hand

Insured person's full name and nickname (if any)
Date of birth
State of residence
Life insurance policy number (if known)
Date and cause of death
Name of person reporting the claim, and his/her relationship to the deceased
Daytime and evening phone numbers

Processing and resolution

After the notification of death has been received, the agent of record will contact the beneficiary of the policy.
Necessary forms (death certificate, W-9, etc.) will be filed, and the status of claim will be provided.
Resolution of the claim will be made by the Life Claims office once all forms and documentation have been received.

Claims tool box

Understanding claims

Why State Farm?

State Farm has always based its business on one principle: integrity. We'll make sure you get your life back on track in case the unexpected happens.

Learn more about State Farm claims