Posted on April 16, 2020 in

To make these difficult times a little easier, The General® Insurance has implemented increasingly flexible payment options to assist customers impacted by COVID-19 when they need it most.

Please call 1-833-927-0726 to discuss your options and take advantage of the following changes:


  • Late fees may be waived through May 15, 2020.
  • Payment leniency options:
    • Pay 50% of your balance in order to stay covered. You can also request to defer payment for 30 days through May 15, 2020.
  • Lowering minimum payment amounts and reinstatement requirements:
    • Your coverage can be restored within 90 days with 50% upfront payment of the monthly or renewal bill. You can spread the remaining balance across the duration of your policy.
    • Reinstatement fees may also be waived as a part of our leniency efforts.
  • Temporary coverage through May 15, 2020 for policyholders who are using personal automobiles that are covered by The General while providing delivery services (delivery of food, groceries, or medications) on behalf of businesses:
    • After May 15, 2020, the exclusion will go back into effect unless The General elects to extend or modify this temporary expansion of coverage. All other terms and conditions of the policy remain unchanged.

If you have been directly impacted and wish to speak to one of our representatives, you may use one of the following options:

Our Customer Service representatives are available to assist (all times CDT):

  • Monday - Thursday: 7AM to 9PM
  • Friday: 7AM - 8PM
  • Saturday: 8AM - 4PM

Download The General mobile app to manage your policy, access ID cards, submit a claim, and more from your mobile device.


For over 55 years, The General has stood by our customers during their most challenging times, and now, our commitment to flexible, affordable car insurance is stronger than ever. We are here to help you any way we can. Read our full company statement on COVID-19 here.



Coronavirus Payment & Billing FAQs


The General is here to help during these challenging times. If you are experiencing financial hardship related to the pandemic, please call us at 1-833-927-0726 to explore options for payment assistance.
We are doing our best to work with each customer to find an assistance option that works for your specific situation. If you’re unable to make a payment, please call us at 1-833-927-0726 to discuss your options.
We make reinstating your policy easy with flexible payment options. We are now allowing you to reinstate up to 90 days late by simply paying the last bill or a partial amount. Reinstatement fees might also be waived. Call us at 1-833-927-0726 to discuss your options.
We want to help ensure you have the coverage you need during these challenging times. If the renewal date for your policy is coming up soon, or recently passed, and you are unable to make a payment, please call us at 1-833-927-0726 to explore options for assistance.
If you would like to stop Auto Pay, contact our Customer Service Center at 1-833-927-0726 at least 5 days in advance of the next scheduled deduction.
We will waive late fees through May 15, 2020. Call us at 1-833-927-0726.
You can file a claim, and manage your policy, from anywhere at any time using our mobile app. Submit a claim, check on the status of an existing claim, manage payments, access ID Cards, and more from your mobile device. Visit thegeneral.com/app. If you need to speak with a claims representative, please contact our claims department at 1-800-280-1466 and select option 3.