DEBT (Details - AIGLH Junior subordinated debentures) (Borrowings supported by assets, AIGLH, USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Jul. 11, 2013
8.5 percent Junior subordinated debentures due July 2030
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Junior subordinated debentures liquidation value	$ 155
Interest rate (as a percent)	8.50%
8.125 percent Junior subordinated debentures due March 2046
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Junior subordinated debentures liquidation value	245
Interest rate (as a percent)	8.125%
7.57 percent Junior subordinated debentures due December 2045
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Junior subordinated debentures liquidation value	$ 136
Interest rate (as a percent)	7.57%