In compliance with the first paragraph of Article L. 126-2 of French insurance code, insurers must insure claims arising from an attack or a terrorist act on assets (including decontamination costs) covered by an insurance policy subject to French law :

It is an extended, mandatory guarantee that benefits all categories of the insured, including individuals, NGOs, businesses, and public authorities.

If a fire insurance policy has been subscribed, material damages are indemnified within the limits of the deductible and ceiling set by the policy as part of the fire coverage.