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.
Online
You can apply for a certificate of life using your DigiD. You can pay online using iDeal. If you can't pay with iDeal, apply by post instead.
In writing
Fill out the form and send your application to:
Gemeente Rotterdam
Gegevensverstrekking uit de BRP
P.O. Box 70013
3000 KR Rotterdam
The document will be sent to you by post. You will receive the bill separately.
- A valid identity document, such as your passport or driving licence.
- Cash or a payment card. You pay the fee at the time of application.
You pay a fee for this service. For more information, visit our website: Uittreksel aanvragen voor burgers.
The document will be sent to you by post within 5 working days.
Questions about this topic?
Contact the Municipality of Rotterdam