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.
Applying for an Attestatie de vita (Certificate of life) in the Netherlands
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:
Afspraak maken | Gemeente Rhenen
By telephone:
+31 317 681 681
By email:
info@rhenen.nl
Please bring the following documents:
- valid ID;
- money or debit card;
- Are you requesting the statement or attestation for a pension fund? Then bring the letter from the pension fund stating that this is requested. In this case, the statement is free of charge.
You will receive the document immediately.
You pay a fee for this service. The costs are adjusted annually. Take a look at our website
For more information, contact the municipality +31 317 681 681
You will receive the certificate immediately.
Questions about this topic?
Contact the Municipality of Rhenen