Proof of being alive

What does it cost?

A proof of being alive costs €9.50. If you request this product digitally via this website, it costs €5.00. 

Directly arrange

You can apply for this product entirely digitally using your DigiD login code. No DigiD yet? Go to the DigiD website and create your own account (free of charge). You can pay for your order online using iDEAL, Mastercard/Visacard.

Apply for proof of being alive

Make an appointment

You can also request the proof of being alive at the Public Desk in the City Hall. To do so, you must make an appointment with us.

Make an appointment (NL)

Please note: You must bring valid proof of identity (passport, driver's license or identity card) for the application.

How does it work?

You need proof of being alive, for example, if your life insurer or pension fund asks for it.

Proof of being alive is valid in:

• Netherlands
• Aruba
• Curaçao
• Bonaire
• Saint Martin
• St. Eustatius
• Saba

If you need to show that you are alive in another country, apply for an attestation de vita.

What to do.

You apply for proof of being alive online, in person or in writing at the municipality.

What do I need?

• valid identity card
• DigiD if applying online

If you need the proof for a pension fund, you will also need the letter from the pension fund requesting it.

If you authorize someone, the application must meet the Requirements below:

• Authorized representative must be of age;
• Authorized person must bring a letter of consent and reason for authorization;
• This letter must be signed by both;
• Valid ID of you and authorized representative.