Do life insurance companies check your credit score?
Answered by 4 licensed agents
Answered by Jack Mayer on August 20, 2026
Broker Licensed in CA
Answered by Mark Maliwauki on August 20, 2026
Agent Licensed in ID
When you apply for life insurance, the company is primarily looking at things like your age, health history, medications, tobacco use, occupation, and the amount and type of coverage you're applying for.
There are some situations where an insurer may obtain information related to your financial history, particularly for certain underwriting or high-dollar policies, but that's different from pulling your credit score to decide if you qualify.
So if you're worried that having less-than-perfect credit will automatically keep you from getting life insurance, that's generally not something you need to worry about.
The bigger question is whether the type of policy you're applying for fits your health, age, and coverage needs.
Answered by David Lewis on August 21, 2026
Agent Licensed in VA
However, depending on the company and underwriting process, an insurer may review certain consumer, financial, or public-record information as part of evaluating an application. This can be used alongside medical history, prescription history, driving records, and other underwriting information.
The exact information reviewed varies by insurance company and type of coverage, and applicants are typically provided disclosures and authorizations explaining what information may be obtained.
Answered by Allen Harris on August 20, 2026
Broker Licensed in TX, AZ, CT, OK & SC
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