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Derivative Instruments (Hedges of Net Investments in Foreign Operations) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]      
Gains Losses Deferred In Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss On Derivatives $ (25,801)rga_GainsLossesDeferredInAccumulatedOtherComprehensiveIncomeLossOnDerivatives    
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Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]      
Gains Losses Deferred In Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss On Derivatives $ 51,894rga_GainsLossesDeferredInAccumulatedOtherComprehensiveIncomeLossOnDerivatives
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[1],[2] $ 40,347rga_GainsLossesDeferredInAccumulatedOtherComprehensiveIncomeLossOnDerivatives
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[1],[2] $ (20,470)rga_GainsLossesDeferredInAccumulatedOtherComprehensiveIncomeLossOnDerivatives
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[1] There were no sales or substantial liquidations of net investments in foreign operations that would have required the reclassification of gains or losses from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) into investment income during the periods presented.
[2] There was no ineffectiveness recognized for the Company’s hedges of net investments in foreign operations.