For Romanian citizens living in Canada who receive a pension from Romania, the (Life Certificate) is a mandatory administrative tool used to verify that the beneficiary is still alive so payments can continue. Starting September 1, 2024 , new legal requirements under Law no. 360/2023 mandate that this document must be sent semi-annually from the beneficiary's own initiative. Key Submission Windows
If you have received the request, follow these steps carefully. The process is precise, and errors can cause delays of 3-6 months.
: The form must be signed in front of a recognized legal authority in Canada. These include:
Fill in your full legal name, date of birth, Canadian pension number (SIN or temporary tax number), and your current address in Romania (or other country). Write legibly in block capitals. Certificat De Viata Canada
Certificat de Vie (or "Life Certificate") for Canada is a mandatory document used by government authorities—primarily Service Canada
Understanding the Life Certificate (Certificat de Viață) in Canada
Une fois reçu et traité, Service Canada rétablira vos paiements et versera rétroactivement les sommes dues. Changements d'adresse et de situation For Romanian citizens living in Canada who receive
Bring the unsigned form along with valid, government-issued photo identification to your chosen authority. Acceptable ID includes: Canadian or foreign Passport Canadian Driver’s License Permanent Resident (PR) Card Step 3: Sign in Front of the Authority
(Casa Județeană de Pensii) in Romania that manages your file [17, 19]: : Mail the physical signed document [17].
Foreign pension authorities typically require this certificate once or twice a year Key Submission Windows If you have received the
Most foreign pension authorities require a professional, such as a , to verify your identity.
provides life certificates via in-person visits, mail, or even video calls for those with medical issues. The Netherlands Embassy in Ottawa can draw up an "attestatie de vita" for Dutch citizens. Receiving Canadian Pensions Abroad
Ensure you use the official form provided by your pension authority (e.g., the Romanian Casa Națională de Pensii Publice Digital Options:
The pensioner must also complete a questionnaire, which will be used to verify their personal information and confirm their continued existence.
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