Mortgage Protection Insurance Calculator

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial commitments you’ll ever make. Mortgage protection insurance ensures that your mortgage will be paid off if you pass away before it’s fully repaid — giving your family peace of mind and financial security.

Our Mortgage Protection Insurance Calculator Ireland helps you estimate your monthly mortgage protection premium instantly. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or remortgaging, this calculator is designed for Irish homeowners to compare costs and plan their budget with confidence.

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🧮 What Is Mortgage Protection Insurance?

 

Mortgage protection insurance (also called mortgage life insurance or mortgage life cover) is a declining term life policy that pays off your outstanding mortgage balance if you die during the loan term.

 

In Ireland, it’s a legal requirement for most mortgage holders to have mortgage protection in place before drawing down their loan — unless you’re exempted under specific conditions (for example, over age 50 or unable to obtain cover for medical reasons).

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⚙️ How to Use the Mortgage Protection Insurance Calculator

 

Using our calculator is simple and takes less than a minute:

1. Enter your mortgage amount (€) – total amount borrowed.
2. Enter your mortgage term (years) – typically between 20–35 years.
3. Add the interest rate (% per annum) – your current mortgage rate.
4. Enter your age – your age helps estimate the cost of life cover.
5. Click “Calculate Premium” to see your estimated monthly mortgage protection cost.

 

The result gives you an approximate premium amount based on Irish market averages.

🧠 How the Calculator Works

 

The calculator uses a simplified risk model that considers:

• Mortgage amount – higher loans require higher cover.
• Term length – longer terms mean higher overall cover duration.
• Interest rate – impacts the rate at which the mortgage balance declines.
• Applicant age – older applicants generally pay more for life cover.

 

It applies a declining-balance formula similar to real mortgage life policies, where your insurance cover reduces in line with your mortgage balance over time.

 

This tool provides a rough premium estimate, helping you plan your budget before getting an official quote from Irish insurance providers.

💡 Why Use This Calculator?

 

Our Mortgage Protection Calculator Ireland is:

• Free and instant – get an estimate in seconds without sign-up.
• Tailored for Ireland – reflects Irish lending and insurance market norms.
• User-friendly – mobile-friendly design for quick calculations.
• Educational – helps you understand how premiums are estimated before you apply for a mortgage.

 

Use this calculator to compare potential costs and ensure you get the best mortgage protection policy in Ireland for your needs.

📘 Example

 

Let’s say you’re 32 years old, borrowing €250,000 over 25 years at an interest rate of 3.5%.
Your estimated monthly mortgage protection premium might be around €18–€25 per month, depending on your health and insurer.

 

Remember, real quotes vary by provider, health, smoker status, and cover type (single vs. joint life).

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

 

1. Is mortgage protection insurance mandatory in Ireland?
Yes. Most lenders in Ireland require you to have mortgage protection before drawing down your mortgage. It ensures the loan is repaid if you die during the term.

 

2. How long does mortgage protection insurance last?
It lasts for the same duration as your mortgage term — for example, 25 or 30 years — and the cover amount decreases as your loan balance decreases.

 

3. Can I get joint mortgage protection insurance?
Absolutely. Joint life mortgage protection is common among couples. The policy pays off the mortgage if either person passes away during the term.

 

4. What affects the cost of mortgage protection?
Your age, loan amount, term length, health, smoking status, and type of cover all affect premium rates.

 

5. Can I switch providers to get cheaper mortgage protection?
Yes. You can switch insurers anytime for better rates, provided your new policy offers equivalent or better cover.