Document and Entity Information
Document and Entity Information | Aug. 23, 2022 |
Cover [Abstract] | |
Entity Registrant Name | METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE CO |
Amendment Flag | false |
Entity Central Index Key | 0000937834 |
Current Fiscal Year End Date | --12-31 |
Document Type | 8-K |
Document Period End Date | Aug. 23, 2022 |
Entity Incorporation State Country Code | NY |
Entity File Number | 000-55029 |
Entity Tax Identification Number | 13-5581829 |
Entity Address, Address Line One | 200 Park Avenue |
Entity Address, City or Town | New York |
Entity Address, State or Province | NY |
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code | 10166-0188 |
City Area Code | 212 |
Local Phone Number | 578-9500 |
Written Communications | false |
Soliciting Material | false |
Pre Commencement Tender Offer | false |
Pre Commencement Issuer Tender Offer | false |
Entity Emerging Growth Company | false |