Applying for an Attestatie de vita (Certificate of life) in the Netherlands
The Attestatie de vita is a document that you can use outside the Netherlands to prove that you are alive. Some organizations, such as a pension fund, may request you to produce this document. In the Netherlands you can use the document Bewijs van in leven zijn (Proof of being alive) for the same purpose.
The Attestation de vita is a document in French and Dutch for international use.
Do you need to use such a proof in the Netherlands? Then you need to apply for the document Bewijs van in leven zijn (Proof of being alive).
You can request both documents from your municipality of residence.
This is how it works for you
Here is some information from your municipality.
Attestatie de vita
You can apply for an Attestatie de vita (certificate of life) from the municipality where you live and are registered. You can only make the application yourself. Someone else cannot do it for you. You must make an appointment with the municipality to apply for a certificate of life.
Making an appointment with the municipality
Online:
By telephone:
+31 485 49 41 41
By email:
gemeente@gennep.nl
For this document, one needs to be registrated at the municipality of Gennep.
We require a legal traveldocument for identification.
This is not a free document. The costs vary every year, so please check the website for the most recent prices.
You pay a fee for this service. For more information, contact the municipality.
You will receive the certificate immediately.
Questions about this topic?
Contact the Municipality of Gennep