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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.

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:
Informatie:

Here is some information from your municipality.

Municipality of Smallingerland: Applying for an Attestatie de vita (Certificate of life)

You can only make the application yourself. It is not possible for someone else to request it for you. You will need to make an appointment with the municipality to request an Attestation de vita. Please bring your ID with you to the appointment.

Make an appointment with the municipality

Online:

www.smallingerland.nl
You will need your DigiD for this

By telephone:

0512-581234

An Attestation de vita costs: €7,-

You will receive the document immediately.

Questions about this topic?

Contact the Municipality of Smallingerland

Visiting address

Gauke Boelensstraat 2

9203RM Drachten

Opening hours
Monday
8:30 - 16:30
Tuesday
8:30 - 16:30
Wednesday
8:30 - 16:30
Thursday
8:30 - 16:30
Friday
8:30 - 16:30
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Last updated on 22 September 2022