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Life Certificate for Retirees — Notarial Certification
A life certificate for retirees is a notarial document confirming that the retiree is alive. It is required by various entities — pension funds, insurance companies, government authorities in Israel and abroad — as a condition for continued pension payments, benefits, or exercising rights. Without a current certificate, rights may be frozen.
What is a life certificate for retirees?
A life certificate for retirees is a document in which a licensed notary under the Notaries Law, 1976 (חוק הנוטריונים, תשל״ו-1976) certifies that the retiree appeared personally and is alive. The notary verifies identity and issues a certificate with an official notarial stamp, recognized by pension funds, insurance companies, and authorities worldwide.
When does a retiree need a life certificate?
- Pension fund requires annual certification for continued payments
- Insurance company conditions annuity payment on life certificate
- Israeli government authority requires proof
- Foreign social security requires periodic certification
- Banks or financial institutions require updates
- Exercising inheritance or trust rights requiring proof of life
- Holocaust reparations — annual proof
How does the process work?
- Contact via WhatsApp — tell us which entity requires it and send the form (if any)
- Schedule — the retiree must come in person or request a home visit
- Come with ID card or passport
- The notary verifies identity and issues the life certificate
- If needed — we handle apostille and document delivery
Required documents
- Valid ID card or passport (original)
- Life certificate form from the requesting entity (if sent)
- Details of the requesting entity
How much does it cost?
Life certificate: 197 ₪ (fixed tariff). Fixed by Notaries Regulations. Before VAT (18%).
Fees are regulated and cannot be changed.
How to get the service?
Office visit
The retiree comes to the office. About 10 minutes. Recommended with a family member.
Home service
The notary comes to the retiree's home — especially suitable for elderly or mobility-limited. By appointment.
Why BEITON & Co?
- Specialize in life certificates for retirees — know all requirements
- Home service — the notary comes to you
- Patient and sensitive service for elderly clients
- Familiar with forms from major pension funds
- Apostille and international mailing handling
- Quick WhatsApp response — also through family members
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost?
197 ₪. Fixed tariff. Before VAT (18%).
Must the retiree come in person?
Yes. The notary certifies the retiree is alive — they must be seen. Home visits available.
What if the retiree can't leave home?
The notary comes to the retiree's home — a common and recommended option for elderly and mobility-limited.
Can a family member come instead?
No. The retiree must be present. A family member can accompany and assist but not replace.
How often per year?
Depends on the requesting entity — usually once a year, sometimes every 6 months.
Do I need an apostille?
For foreign entities — usually yes. For Israeli entities — usually not.
Will the notary fill in the form?
Yes. Bring the form you received — the notary will fill in and certify.
Need a life certificate?
Contact via WhatsApp — family members can reach out too. Home service for elderly. Fast and convenient.