What is unit-linked insurance and why is it a good way to invest?

Unit-linked insurance, which is also known as an insurance wrapper, allows you to make various investments and switch them without having to pay any taxes on the profit immediately. This way, you can make the most of the effect of compounding, as your profits will get a chance to grow within the insurance wrapper. You don’t have to pay taxes on any profit until you withdraw funds.

Manage your investments under one contract

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  • Select one or more investments from a selection of nearly 400 investment funds, more than 40 investment baskets and 25 ETFs.
  • Add and switch investments without any costs, excluding the brokerage fees for trading in ETFs.
  • Under 30-year-olds get a 50% discount on the management fee of a unit-linked insurance policy for savings under 100,000 euros.

Switch investments in a tax-efficient way

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  • Switch investments and change the weight of your investments at any time without paying taxes in between.
  • You only pay taxes on the profit when you withdraw your money. This allows you to take full advantage of the effect of compounding.
  • You can temporarily hedge your investments against market volatility by transferring them to an Insurance Account.

An easy and flexible way to save and invest

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  • Suitable for budding and experienced investors alike.
  • Provides flexibility in the long term when you need it.
  • You can save regularly or make a larger one-time investment. You can get started with as little as 10 euros a month. It’s also possible to save monthly in ETFs.
  • Possibility for inheritance planning to secure the financial future of your loved ones.

Choose from our two unit-linked insurance policies

Whether you would like to grow your wealth or are also interested in inheritance planning, we have a suitable option for you.

A wide range of underlying investments available

Choose the investments that match your goals and risk profile from our extensive selection:

  • Nearly 400 investment funds covering various markets and sectors 
  • More than 40 investment baskets actively managed by our experts 
  • 25 cost-effective ETFs

Select the relevant product below to find out more about the underlying investments available:

You can easily update your investments in our Insurance service.

Is unit-linked insurance suitable for children?

Whether you want to help pay for your child’s studies or for their first home or secure their financial future, unit-linked insurance is an excellent way to save money for your child in the long term.

Why choose unit-linked insurance for a child?

  • Long-term approach: By investing a small amount monthly, you can build up a significant nest egg for your child’s future needs.
  • Flexibility: You can switch investments without tax consequences, allowing you to invest efficiently – especially in the long term.
  • Affordable option for young people: Under 30-year-olds get a 50% discount on the management fee of a unit-linked insurance policy.
  • Buying a home: You can pledge a unit-linked insurance policy as collateral for a home loan.

Read more about the advantages of unit-linked insurance and start saving for your child today

How unit-linked insurance is taxed

  • Unit-linked insurance allows you to switch between instruments under your contract without any immediate tax consequences. You don’t need to report any changes to your underlying investments to the tax authorities.
  • The return on your investments is only taxed when you withdraw money or when the contract expires. If you prefer to withdraw money in the middle of the saving period, we will levy withholding tax automatically and credit the net amount to your account.

Inheritance taxation

The details of inheritance taxation depend on the type of contract you have. Select the relevant product below to find out more about the inheritance taxation rules applied to it:

Tax information as at 1 January 2025. Taxation may change during the contract period.

Issuer and further information

For more information about our endowment insurance Nordea Vision and our capital redemption contract Nordea Capital, visit the product pages where you will also find product descriptions, terms and conditions and other related documents. Documents are available in Finnish and in Swedish.

Nordea Vision and Nordea Capital are issued by Nordea Life Assurance Finland Ltd (Business ID 0927072-8). Nordea Life Assurance Finland Ltd is part of the Nordea Group, the leading financial services group in the Nordic countries and the Baltic Sea region. Nordea Life Assurance Finland Ltd sells unit-linked insurance policies through its agent Nordea Bank Abp. 

Investments provide the possibility of gaining profits due to capital appreciation, but there is also a risk of a possible decrease in the capital value. Unit-linked insurance policies are not covered by the deposit guarantee scheme for bank accounts nor by the Investors’ Compensation Fund. The value of the investments may rise or fall depending on the market situation, and past performance is not a guarantee of future returns.

Take a step towards a more secure financial future today

Discover Nordea Capital and see how your savings can grow. You can easily sign the contract online.

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Unit-linked insurance as part of inheritance planning

If you need help to get started or if you are interested in unit-linked insurance as part of inheritance planning, please book a meeting with us.

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