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Democratic Republic of Congo Insurance Industry - Governance, Risk, and Compliance

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  • 86 Pages
  • April 2023
  • Region: Democratic Republic of Congo
  • GlobalData
  • ID: 5832848

This report is the result of extensive research into the insurance regulatory framework in Democratic republic of Congo.

It provides detailed analysis of the insurance regulations for life, property, motor, liability, personal accident and health, and marine, aviation and transit insurance. The report specifies various requirements for the establishment and operation of insurance and reinsurance companies and intermediaries.

The report brings together the analyst's research, modeling and analysis expertise, giving insurers access to information on prevailing insurance regulations, and recent and upcoming changes in the regulatory framework, taxation and legal system in the state. The report also includes the scope of non-admitted insurance in the country.

The report provides insights into the governance, risk, and compliance framework pertaining to the insurance industry in Democratic republic of Congo, including:

  • An overview of the insurance regulatory framework in Democratic republic of Congo.
  • The latest key changes, and changes expected in the country/state’s insurance regulatory framework.
  • Key regulations and market practices related to different types of insurance product in the country.
  • Rules and regulations pertaining to key classes of compulsory insurance, and the scope of non-admitted insurance in the country.
  • Key parameters including licensing requirements permitted foreign direct investment, minimum capital requirements, solvency and reserve requirements, and investment regulations.
  • Details of the tax and legal systems in the country.

Key Highlights

  • The DRC’s insurance industry is regulated by ARCA.
  • The placement of non-admitted insurance is not permitted in the DRC insurance industry.
  • 100% FDI is permitted in the DRC insurance industry.
  • Composite insurers are not permitted in the DRC.
  • Motor third-party liability insurance, workers' compensation insurance (state scheme), aviation insurance and civil liability insurance for maritime, river and lake carriers or inland waterways are the key classes of compulsory insurance in the DRC.

Report Scope

  • The report covers details of the insurance regulatory framework in Democratic republic of Congo.
  • The report contains details of the rules and regulations governing insurance products and insurance entities.
  • The report lists and analyzes key trends and developments pertaining to the country's insurance regulatory framework.
  • The report analyzes the rules and regulations pertaining to the establishment and operation of insurance businesses in the country.
  • The report provides details of taxation imposed on insurance products and insurance companies.

Reasons to Buy

  • Provides FAQ-style analytical insights comprising 129 knowledge elements on insurance compliance applicable to the country.
  • Gain insights into the insurance regulatory framework in the Democratic republic of Congo.
  • Track the latest regulatory changes, and expected changes impacting the Congolese insurance industry.
  • Gain detailed information about the key regulations governing the establishment and operation of insurance entities in the country.
  • Understand key regulations and market practices pertaining to various types of insurance product.

Table of Contents

  • Democratic republic of Congo
  • Legislation Overview
  • Supervision and Control
  • Legislation
  • Compulsory Insurance
  • Non-Admitted Insurance Regulations
  • Company Registration and Operation
  • License
  • Foreign Direct Investment / Ownership
  • Minimum Capital Requirements
  • Solvency Margins
  • Reserve Requirements
  • Statutory Return Requirements
  • Fee Structure
  • Taxation
  • Tax on Insurance Premium
  • Corporate Income Tax
  • Corporate Capital Gains Tax
  • Value Added Tax
  • Legal System
  • Policy Practice

List of Tables
  • Democratic republic of Congo - Corporate Tax Rates for the Financial Year 2023