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

Your (future) place of residence falls under:

Municipality of Sint-Michielsgestel

Here is some information from your municipality.

Municipality of Sint-Michielsgestel: Applying for an Attestatie de vita (Certificate of life)

You can apply for a certificate from the municipality where you live and are registered. You can only make the application yourself. Someone cannot do it for you.

Attestatie de vita (Certificate of life)

You must make an appointment with the municipality to apply for a certificate of life.

Certificate of existence

You can make an appointment to apply for a certificate or apply for a certificate of existence online.

Certificate for your pension fund

Do you need proof for your pension fund? Then you can only receive the certificate by appointment. Take the letter from the pension fund with you.

You pay a fee for this service. The certificate of existence is free of charge if you need it for your pension fund. For more information, contact the municipality.

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