Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Principal Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Principal Officers;

XL Capital Ltd (the "Company") announced today that the Company and its Chief Financial Officer, Brian Nocco, have agreed that Mr. Nocco will leave the Company effective after year end. Mr. Nocco, who has served as the Company's CFO since July 2007, has agreed to remain as CFO until year end to ensure a smooth transition. The Company has initiated a search for a successor to Mr. Nocco.

On September 14, 2009, the Company issued the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1and incorporated by reference herein.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits. The following exhibits are filed herewith:

Exhibit No. Description

99.1 Press Release dated September 14, 2009.

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