Certificate of Life (international proof of being alive)

A certificate of life is an international document certifying that you are alive. You must apply for the certificate of life in person at the municipal office.

If you need proof of life in the Netherlands, Aruba, Curaçao, Bonaire, Sint Maarten, Sint Eustatius, or Saba, do not request an attestatie de vita; instead, request proof of life.

What do I need?

  • A valid form of identification.
  • If you are requesting a certificate of employment for a pension fund, please also bring the letter from the pension fund requesting this.

How long does it take?

You'll receive the document right away.

Costs

2026:

- Fee for requesting a De Vita certificate: €17.80
- The request is free of charge if the proof of life is required for pension purposes and you can provide a pension statement confirming this.

Voorschoten Fee Ordinance

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