Long Term Debt

6 Months Ended

Jun. 30, 2020

Debt Disclosure [Abstract]

Debt Disclosure [Text Block]

9. Long Term Debt

Senior Notes

In March 2020, MetLife, Inc. issued $1.0 billion of senior notes due March 2030 which bear interest at a fixed rate of 4.550%, the interest on which is payable semi-annually. In connection with the issuance, MetLife, Inc. incurred $6 million of related costs which will be amortized over the term of the senior notes.