Current tobacco and nicotine users

Final Expense Insurance for Smokers

Smoking doesn't disqualify you from final expense insurance. It simply moves you into the 'tobacco' rate class, which is typically 25–50% higher than non-smoker rates. Coverage, plan types, and benefits are otherwise identical.

Eligibility

Current smokers, cigar users, chewing tobacco users, and vape users all qualify for coverage ages 50–85 on simplified-issue or guaranteed-issue plans.

Plan types available

Level benefit (tobacco)

Standard rates apply — you just pay the smoker premium.

Graded benefit

For smokers with additional health conditions.

Guaranteed issue

No health or tobacco questions — same rate for smokers and non-smokers.

Buying tips

  • Some carriers rate 'occasional' cigar or pipe use as non-tobacco — worth asking.
  • Vaping is treated as tobacco use by most carriers.
  • Guaranteed-issue plans charge the same rate regardless of tobacco use.

Frequently asked

Do I have to declare that I smoke?

On simplified-issue plans, yes — the carrier can verify with a lab test. On guaranteed-issue plans, no health or tobacco questions are asked.

How much more will I pay as a smoker?

Typically 25–50% more than non-smoker rates. On a $10,000 policy, that might be an extra $10–$25 per month depending on age.

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