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Providing cover for homeowners who are building or renovating in Victoria.

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You can manage or submit a new claim in the portal.

See the additional searches below.

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Builders

You can manage your eligibility or purchase DBI in the portal


Builders Portal

Homeowners, use the below searches to check whether your property is insured with VMIA by verifying your policy, or your builder is eligible to purchase domestic building insurance from VMIA.

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What is Domestic Building Insurance?

Domestic building insurance (DBI) provides cover for homeowners who are building or renovating in Victoria.

Builders are required to purchase DBI on behalf of the homeowner for all domestic building projects over $16,000.

Watch the short animation to understand more about DBI and our role in your building journey.

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Check whether your property is insured with VMIA by verifying your policy,

Consumer Affairs Victoria (CAV)

CAV provides general information and advice for consumers and builders to help them during a building project. Head to the CAV website for more information consumer.vic.gov.au.
Victorian Building Authority (VBA)

The VBA administers and enforces the Building Act, including the registration and licensing of building and plumbing practitioners. Head to the VBA website for more information vba.vic.gov.au.
Domestic Building Dispute Resolution Victoria (DBDRV)

DBDRV provides builders and owners with access to tailored dispute resolution services that are free, fair and fast. Head to the DBDRV website for more information dbdrv.vic.gov.au.