{"id":10079,"date":"2026-07-25T11:35:15","date_gmt":"2026-07-25T06:05:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/?p=10079"},"modified":"2026-07-25T11:35:16","modified_gmt":"2026-07-25T06:05:16","slug":"guarantor-of-loan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/","title":{"rendered":"Guarantor of Loan: Meaning, Responsibilities, Types &#038; Risks\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A&nbsp;guarantor in personal loan&nbsp;arrangements provides an added layer of security for lenders when assessing a borrower&#8217;s repayment capacity. While not every personal loan requires a guarantor, lenders may ask for one in certain situations.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding the role, responsibilities and risks can help both borrowers and guarantors make informed financial decisions before signing a loan agreement.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#What_is_a_Loan_Guarantor\" >What is a Loan Guarantor?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#Types_of_Guarantors\" >Types of Guarantors&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#Benefits_and_Disadvantages_of_Guarantors\" >Benefits and Disadvantages of Guarantors&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#Why_Do_Lenders_Ask_for_a_Guarantor\" >Why Do Lenders Ask for a Guarantor?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#Who_Can_Be_a_Guarantor_for_a_Personal_Loan\" >Who Can Be a Guarantor for a Personal Loan?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#Risks_of_Becoming_a_Guarantor\" >Risks of Becoming a Guarantor&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#Guarantor_vs_Co-applicant_Key_Differences\" >Guarantor vs Co-applicant: Key Differences&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#Need_a_Personal_Loan_Without_the_Hassle\" >Need a Personal Loan Without the Hassle?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#FAQs\" >FAQs&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#Does_being_a_guarantor_affect_my_own_loan_eligibility\" >Does being a guarantor affect my own loan eligibility?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#Can_a_guarantor_be_removed_from_a_loan_before_its_fully_repaid\" >Can a guarantor be removed from a loan before&nbsp;it&#8217;s&nbsp;fully repaid?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#Whats_the_difference_between_a_guarantor_and_a_witness\" >What&#8217;s&nbsp;the difference between a guarantor and a witness?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#Does_a_guarantor_need_to_have_a_good_credit_score\" >Does a guarantor need to have a good credit score?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#What_happens_to_the_guarantors_liability_if_the_borrower_dies\" >What happens to the guarantor&#8217;s liability if the borrower dies?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/guarantor-of-loan\/#Is_a_guarantor_required_for_every_personal_loan\" >Is a guarantor&nbsp;required&nbsp;for every personal loan?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Loan_Guarantor\"><\/span><strong>What is a Loan Guarantor?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If&nbsp;you&#8217;re&nbsp;wondering&nbsp;what a loan guarantor is, it is an individual who agrees to repay a borrower&#8217;s outstanding loan if the borrower&nbsp;fails to&nbsp;meet the repayment obligations. The guarantor of the loan&nbsp;acts as a financial backup rather than a co-borrower and is legally bound by the loan agreement.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although guarantors do not receive the loan amount or enjoy its benefits, they may&nbsp;be responsible for&nbsp;repayment&nbsp;in the event of&nbsp;default. Lenders usually assess the guarantor&#8217;s income, financial&nbsp;stability&nbsp;and credit history before approving the loan.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Guarantors\"><\/span><strong>Types of Guarantors<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Different lenders may require&nbsp;different types&nbsp;of guarantors&nbsp;depending on the borrower&#8217;s financial profile and the nature of the loan.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Type<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Description<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Simple Guarantor&nbsp;<\/td><td>Becomes liable only after the lender has&nbsp;attempted&nbsp;to recover the outstanding amount from the borrower.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Joint and Several Guarantor&nbsp;<\/td><td>Shares equal legal responsibility with the borrower, allowing the lender to recover dues from either party.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Limited Guarantor&nbsp;<\/td><td>Liability is limited to the amount or period specified in the loan agreement.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Unlimited Guarantor&nbsp;<\/td><td>Responsible for the entire outstanding amount, including applicable interest,&nbsp;penalties&nbsp;and recovery expenses, if specified in the agreement.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding these&nbsp;types of guarantors&nbsp;helps borrowers and guarantors evaluate the legal and financial obligations before accepting the responsibility.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_and_Disadvantages_of_Guarantors\"><\/span><strong>Benefits and Disadvantages of Guarantors<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Benefits<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Disadvantages<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Improves the borrower&#8217;s chances of loan approval.&nbsp;<\/td><td>The guarantor becomes legally responsible if the borrower defaults.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>May help borrowers with limited credit history or lower income qualify.&nbsp;<\/td><td>Default may affect the guarantor&#8217;s credit profile if reported to credit bureaus.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Can sometimes help borrowers obtain better loan&nbsp;terms.&nbsp;<\/td><td>Future borrowing capacity of the guarantor may be affected due to&nbsp;the contingent&nbsp;liability.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Provides lenders with&nbsp;additional&nbsp;repayment security.&nbsp;<\/td><td>Personal relationships may become strained if repayment issues arise.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For both borrowers and&nbsp;personal loan guarantors in India, it is important to understand these advantages and disadvantages before signing any&nbsp;guarantee&nbsp;agreement.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_Lenders_Ask_for_a_Guarantor\"><\/span><strong>Why Do Lenders Ask for a Guarantor?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lenders may request a guarantor to reduce lending risk, especially when the borrower&#8217;s financial profile requires&nbsp;additional&nbsp;assurance. Common reasons include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The borrower has a limited or insufficient credit history.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The borrower&#8217;s income may not fully meet the lender&#8217;s eligibility criteria.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The applicant has an irregular employment or income pattern.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The lender wants\u00a0additional\u00a0repayment security for higher-risk applications.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The borrower has experienced repayment issues in the past, such as\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/what-is-loan-delinquency\/\">loan delinquency<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and delayed EMIs.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The lender follows internal risk management policies requiring a guarantor in specific cases.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Can_Be_a_Guarantor_for_a_Personal_Loan\"><\/span><strong>Who Can Be a Guarantor for a Personal Loan?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Generally, lenders&nbsp;prefer financially stable individuals with a good repayment history. Eligible personal loan guarantors in India&nbsp;are often close family members, relatives,&nbsp;spouses&nbsp;or trusted friends, although eligibility varies across lenders. A guarantor should typically be an adult with a stable source of income, satisfactory credit&nbsp;history&nbsp;and the financial capacity to repay the loan if&nbsp;required.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before accepting this responsibility, it is important to understand what a guarantor is in personal loan agreements and carefully review the legal obligations mentioned in the loan documents.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risks_of_Becoming_a_Guarantor\"><\/span><strong>Risks of Becoming a Guarantor<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before agreeing to become the\u00a0guarantor of a loan, consider the potential financial and legal implications.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You may have to repay the outstanding loan if the borrower defaults.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/check-cibil-score\">credit score<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0could be affected if the guaranteed loan is reported as defaulted.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your future loan eligibility may be reduced because lenders may consider the guaranteed loan as a financial obligation.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recovery proceedings may involve the guarantor depending on the loan agreement and applicable laws.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Personal relationships may suffer if repayment disputes arise.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understanding\u00a0what happens if you are a guarantor for a loan\u00a0helps you evaluate whether you can comfortably take on this responsibility.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guarantor_vs_Co-applicant_Key_Differences\"><\/span><strong>Guarantor vs Co-applicant: Key Differences<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although both provide&nbsp;additional&nbsp;security to lenders, their roles differ significantly. A guarantor promises to repay the loan only if the borrower defaults,&nbsp;whereas&nbsp;a co-applicant jointly&nbsp;applies for&nbsp;the loan and usually shares responsibility for repayment from the beginning. A co-applicant may also have ownership or direct benefit from the borrowed funds, depending on the&nbsp;loan&nbsp;purpose.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By contrast, a guarantor&nbsp;generally receives&nbsp;no financial benefit from the loan. Before applying, borrowers should also&nbsp;check their personal&nbsp;loan&nbsp;eligibility&nbsp;to&nbsp;determine&nbsp;whether a guarantor may be&nbsp;required.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Need_a_Personal_Loan_Without_the_Hassle\"><\/span><strong>Need a Personal Loan Without the Hassle?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for quick funds without complicated paperwork? With&nbsp;FatakPay&nbsp;Personal Loan, many eligible borrowers can get a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/personal-loan\/loan-without-bank-statement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>personal loan without bank statements<\/strong><\/a>, making the borrowing process faster and simpler. Check your eligibility, complete the digital&nbsp;application&nbsp;and receive funds quickly if approved.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A guarantor in&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/personal-loan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>personal loan<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;arrangements plays&nbsp;an important role&nbsp;in improving a borrower&#8217;s chances of loan approval while offering lenders&nbsp;additional&nbsp;repayment security.&nbsp;However, becoming a guarantor also carries legal and financial responsibilities.&nbsp;Whether you are borrowing or agreeing to guarantee someone else&#8217;s loan, understanding&nbsp;what happens if you are a guarantor for a loan&nbsp;and reviewing the loan agreement carefully can help you make a well-informed decision.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_being_a_guarantor_affect_my_own_loan_eligibility\"><\/span><strong>Does being a guarantor affect my own loan eligibility?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Since lenders may consider the guaranteed loan a contingent financial liability, it could affect your borrowing capacity, especially if you have repayment issues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_guarantor_be_removed_from_a_loan_before_its_fully_repaid\"><\/span><strong>Can a guarantor be removed from a loan before&nbsp;it&#8217;s&nbsp;fully repaid?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Generally, a guarantor cannot be removed unless the lender agrees.&nbsp;The lender may require the borrower to provide another eligible guarantor or repay the loan before releasing the existing guarantor.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_difference_between_a_guarantor_and_a_witness\"><\/span><strong>What&#8217;s&nbsp;the difference between a guarantor and a witness?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A guarantor accepts legal responsibility for repayment if the borrower defaults. A witness simply verifies that the loan documents were signed and does not have any repayment obligation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_guarantor_need_to_have_a_good_credit_score\"><\/span><strong>Does a guarantor need to have a good credit score?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Most lenders assess the guarantor&#8217;s credit history,&nbsp;income&nbsp;and repayment capacity before approving the loan, as these factors help&nbsp;determine&nbsp;the guarantor&#8217;s financial reliability.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_to_the_guarantors_liability_if_the_borrower_dies\"><\/span><strong>What happens to the guarantor&#8217;s liability if the borrower dies?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The outcome depends on the loan&nbsp;agreement,&nbsp;applicable&nbsp;laws&nbsp;and any insurance coverage associated with the loan. In some cases, if outstanding dues&nbsp;remain&nbsp;after settlement from the borrower&#8217;s estate or insurance, the guarantor may still be liable according to the&nbsp;guarantee&nbsp;terms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_guarantor_required_for_every_personal_loan\"><\/span><strong>Is a guarantor&nbsp;required&nbsp;for every personal loan?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Most personal loans are sanctioned based on the applicant&#8217;s income, employment, credit&nbsp;score&nbsp;and repayment capacity. Some borrowers may also qualify for a personal loan without requiring guarantors, depending on the lender&#8217;s eligibility criteria and alternative income assessment methods. 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