What Is A Proof Of Life Document?

A "Proof of Life" document or  "Life Certificate" is a form used by foreign governments and  institutions to qualify pensioners and other beneficiaries living abroad  for financial benefits. These forms often include instructions that the document must be presented to a Notary, and sometimes ask the Notary to  certify that the person named in the document is currently living.
Can We Notarize A Proof Of Life Document?

Not  always. It depends on what it’s asking us to do and the state we are  commissioned in. Some proof of life documents simply require the  individual named in the document to have their signature notarized with a  standard act such as a jurat. If this is the case, we can notarize the  signature on the document.

If the document asks to certify that  the signer is currently alive, chances are your state law doesn't permit  Notaries to do that.

Alternatives For Proof Of Life Documents

If  we are unable to perform a notarization for a proof of life document,  the signer may be able to have the document notarized at an embassy or  consulate of the issuing nation instead. Consular officers are normally  authorized to notarize documents related to their home nation.

Inspired from National Notary Association Notary buletin.