* Top Habitation Fire Insurance is a Belgian-law fire insurance policy for buildings and contents distributed by BNP Paribas Fortis. The policy is valid for 1 year, at the end of which it will be renewed by tacit agreement for the same period, except where it is cancelled at least three months before the renewal date.
For a policy taken out or renewed by tacit agreement on or after 1 October 2024, you have until two months before the renewal date to cancel it. In addition, from the second year onwards, you can cancel the policy at any time. Cancellation will take effect at the end of a 2-month period starting the day after notice is given by registered mail or served upon us, or the day after we provide an acknowledgement of receipt.
Are you a tenant of an apartment or house*?
With Top Habitation fire insurance, you benefit from:
*When renting a home in Belgium, you are legally required to take out fire insurance and provide proof of this to your landlord.
If you take out a new Top Habitation policy on or before 31 December 2025, you may qualify for several discounts that can be combined, with the exception of the “Loyalty” and “Welcome gift” discounts, which cannot be combined".
Get a 10% discount for the full duration of your new policy ¹, if you, your spouse or cohabiting partner has at least one of the following AG insurance policies active with BNP Paribas Fortis:
Benefit from a 10% discount during the first year of your policy if you don’t meet the criteria for the loyalty discount¹.
Receive a 10% discount for the entire duration of your new policy if you make energy efficiency improvements in your home, for example by installing solar panels, a heat pump or additional insulation. You can also benefit from this discount if your home has a green energy certificate (PEB A+, A or B in Wallonia and Flanders, and A, B or C in Brussels)¹.
Do you need a new energy performance certificate (EPC), an asbestos certificate or an electrical inspection for your home? Rely on SoSimply.
¹ This discount is valid for new policies and changes to existing policies following a change of risk (risk situation, tenant status, building type etc.). These policies must concern a single-family home, a furnished apartment or an apartment building.
The discount applies to all types of cover except for that relating to natural disasters for homes in high flood-risk areas (Belgian Natural Disaster Pricing Office tariff).
fire, explosion and implosion, lightning, storms and hail, natural disasters, electrical events (short circuits etc.)
water damage and damage caused by oil
breakage of glass (windows, solar panels, TV screens etc.).
your liability as a tenant for damage caused by one of the above-mentioned risks is covered
damage caused by vandalism, malicious acts or acts by a thief or one of your guests
material damage and physical injury caused to third parties by the insured property
damage originating in the insured property that extends and causes damage to others, such as a fire that spreads to a neighbouring house
damage caused intentionally by the policyholder
damage to a dilapidated or condemned building
damage caused to motor vehicles
damage caused by non-compliance with an obligation imposed in your insurance policy and concerning the insured property’s material condition or protection arrangement
The above list of risks covered and exclusions is not exhaustive. The exact scope of the cover provided can be found in the standard terms and conditions. . To find out the main characteristics of this insurance, you can consult the information document. You can obtain it free of charge at the bottom of this page, in branch or via the Easy Banking Centre (+ 32 2 433 41 30).
Read the following documents before signing your policy.
Complaints can be made to BNP Paribas Fortis SA, Complaints Department (JQABD), Montagne du Parc 3, 1000 Brussels (tel. 02 228 72 18, e-mail to gestiondesplaintes@bnpparibasfortis.com), ), or via the online form available on www.bnpparibasfortis.be > Suggestions or complaints > online complaints form.
If you’re not happy with the proposed solution, you can send your complaint by post to the Insurance Ombudsman, Square de Meeûs 35, 1000 Brussels – BCE 884.072.054 – Tel: 02 547 58 71– www.ombudsman-insurance.be.
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Finalise your policy with the help of an advisor in branch or by phone, or directly online.
Sign your policy in a branch or via Easy Banking Web.
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Optional add-ons to AG’s Top Habitation fire insurance, specially designed for tenants and flatmates.
Benefit from 24/7 assistance from a professional to deal with urgent problems in your rental property. Got a question about your tenancy agreement? Facing a dispute? You’ll also receive legal support.
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As an add-on to AG’s Top Habitation, the legal protection insurance provides support in case of issues with your home or furniture. Advice is provided by our specialist partner, Providis.
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The optional Top Habitation theft cover provides you with support in case of burglary or damage caused by an attempted break-in. Travelling abroad with your family? No problem – you’re covered worldwide for theft involving violence or threats, as well as theft of personal items.
Protect your home against theft
Protect your home and belongings from unexpected events such as fires, water damage, natural disasters, and break-ins with AG's comprehensive Top Habitation insurance.
Homiris protects your home and your loved ones 24/7 against burglary and fire risks. Delivery, installation and maintenance are included in the subscription.
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