COI Missing Additional Insured

Learn what this COI deficiency means, why it matters, and what to ask the vendor or broker to correct.

COI Missing Additional Insured

What this means

The certificate does not clearly show Additional Insured status or supporting language.

This can delay vendor approval, project start, tenant move-in, or contractor onboarding.

Why it matters

A Certificate of Insurance is usually reviewed before a vendor starts work. If required information is missing, expired, unclear, or below the required limit, the document may need to be corrected before approval.

What to check

Review:

  • Named Insured
  • Policy dates
  • Coverage row
  • Policy limits
  • Certificate Holder
  • Description of Operations
  • Additional Insured indicators
  • Waiver of Subrogation indicators
  • Authorized representative signature

Sample correction email

Subject: Updated COI Required

Hi [Vendor Name],

Please provide an updated COI and the applicable Additional Insured endorsement naming [Company Name] as required by contract.

Thank you.

Faster option

Upload the COI and generate a complete deficiency report with a vendor correction email.

Disclaimer

This page provides document-review information only. It does not provide legal advice, insurance advice, or confirmation that coverage is active.