It's simple — to change a beneficiary, you just send the new person's details to your insurer. It's a good idea to have a few backups in mind at all times, as you never know when you might need to make a change.
Most beneficiary designations can be changed by the account holder at any time during their lifetime. They may want to add a later-born child, remove deceased parents, or update designations following a divorce.
Complete the Request for Change of Beneficiary form by listing the full given name for each person being named. Indicate their address, social security number, date of birth, and relationship to the insured person.
You must use form POL-28-COM. Please indicate the account registration to include owner/joint owner(s) first name, middle initial and last name. Please include the owner's social security number and the Primerica Shareholder Services Account number for which the change of beneficiary will apply.
How to add or change a beneficiary Speak to a banker and let them know the following. Provide the beneficiary's name, date of birth, address, phone number and SSN. A form will be created with this information and mailed to you. After you get the form, review it for accuracy.
Generally, you can review and update your beneficiary designations by contacting the company or organization that provides your insurance or retirement plan. You can sometimes do this online. Otherwise, you'll have to complete, sign, and mail a paper form.
You can request a transfer form directly from your life insurance company. However, you may also have to change the policy to indicate that the insured is no longer the owner. After the transfer, the new owner is responsible for making all premium payments.
As the policyholder, only you — or someone who holds durable power of attorney for you — can change your life insurance beneficiaries. However, if your policy names an irrevocable beneficiary, you will also need to get that beneficiary's consent before making changes.