Article 798 of Civil Code

1- Except for the provisions specific to life insurance, if the insured fails to pay the premium despite being formally served notice, the insurance contract shall cease to operate upon the expiry of thirty days from the date of the formal notice. 2- After thirty days have elapsed from the date of suspension, the insurer may seek a judgment enforcing or rescinding the contract. - If, before rescission, the overdue premiums and any expenses due are paid, Index of the Law 1047 Home Page Civil Code Decree-Law No. 67 of 1980 AD promulgating the Civil Code the contract shall resume operation from the beginning of the day following payment. - Any agreement exempting the insurer from formally serving notice on the insured or reducing the periods stipulated in the first and second paragraphs shall be void. Third: Obligations of the Insurer: