Both options are available: You can choose a sum that remains the same throughout the contract, e.g. CHF 200,000. Or you can decide that the sum decreases each year. For example, you start with a death benefit of CHF 200,000, which decreases by CHF 10,000 each year. It is important to choose a solution that suits your needs: For example, if you want to cover a mortgage or your children’s education, a decreasing death benefit may be appropriate. To protect a partner, a constant benefit is often the better solution.