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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.

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Applying for an Attestatie de vita (Certificate of life) in the Netherlands

You may need to prove that you are alive. For this you need the Certificate of Living (Attestatie de Vita). If you can prove that your pension fund needs the certificate, the certificate is usually free of charge. Requesting a proof of living can be done via the digital request form, but you can also visit the town hall. In the latter case, bring valid proof of identity with you.

If you wish to visit the town hall, please make an appointment in advance.

Questions about this topic?

Contact the Municipality of Heemskerk

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Last updated on 22 September 2022