OVERVIEW
When a contributing member passess away, the Death Benefit provides financial support to the members nominated beneficiaries, if no nomination exists, the Lands Department will take it to the Lands Court in accordance with the TNPF Act.
Financial Support
Provides a lump-sum payment to help your loved ones.
Peace of Mind
Ensures your family is supported during a difficult time.
Our Commitment
We are here to support our members & families.
Quick & Fair Process
We aim to process claims fairly and as quick as possible.
1. WHO CAN RECEIVE THE DEATH BENEFIT?
The Death Benefit is paid to:
NOMINATED BENEFICIARIES
Persons nominated by the member in a Valid Nomination Form.
OR
BENEFICIARIES NOMINATED AFTER THE LANDS' COURT DECISION
Persons nominated by the Lands Court.
2. HOW MUCH IS PAID?
The Death Benefit is a lump-sum payment equal to the:
TOTAL ACCUMALATED SAVINGS
of the deceased member, including:
Member Contributions
Employer Contributions
Voluntary Contributions
Interests Earned
All Benefits are calculated in accordance with the Tuvalu National Provident Fund Act.
3. WHEN IS IT PAID?
The Death Benefit is payable after the Fund receives and approves a complete claim with all required documents.
We aim to process and pay the benefit as promptly as possible.
4. HOW TO MAKE A CLAIM?
STEP 1
Inform TNPF
Notify TNPF as soon as possible about the members' passing.
STEP 2
Prepare Documents
Gather & submit all required documents
STEP 3
Submit Application
Submit the completed Death Benefit Application Form & documents to TNPF.
STEP 4
Assessment
TNPF will assess your application and may contact you if additional information is required.
STEP 5
Payment
Once approved, payment will be made to the eligible beneficiaries.
5. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Completed Death Benefit Application Form
Death Certificate
Copy of Deceased Member's ID Card
Valid Nomination Form
Proof of relationship (eg. Birth Certificate, Marriage Certificate)
Bank Account Details of Beneficiary(ies)
TNPF may request additional documents if necessary.
6. IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please ensure your Nomination Form is up-to-date to avoid delays.
Benefits are paid in accordance with the TNPF Act.
Any false or misleading information may result in delay or rejection of Application.
There is a fee of AUD$20.00 when applying for Death Benefit.
7. UPDATE YOUR INFORMATION
Keeping your Nomination Form up-to-date ensures your benefit is paid to the people you choose.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Our team is here to help you through this process.
+688 20983
tnpfgm@gmail.com
Vaiaku, Funafuti, Tuvalu
Mon-Thurs: 9am - 1:30pm
Fri: 9am - 12pm
We are with you every step of the way
Thank you for being a valued member of TNPF.