--- title: "Proof of life and life certificate notarization in NJ | MCC" description: "Notarizing a proof of life or life certificate for a pension or benefit paid from abroad, including at home or by live video." url: "https://mcc-solutionsnj.com/notary/documents/proof-of-life-certificate" --- International · Updated October 5, 2026 # Proof of life and life certificate notarization in New Jersey Pension and benefit offices in other countries often ask retirees to prove they are alive each year. A notary can witness your signature on the life certificate form. By [Matthew Coleman](/about), MCC Solutions [Book a notary](/notary/#order)[Call (908) 444-6373](tel:+19084446373) ✓ New Jersey commissioned notary, no. 50244803, insured for errors and omissions. [See the credentials](/about/credentials) ![Matthew Coleman, founder of MCC Solutions](/img/matthew-coleman.jpg) **Matthew Coleman**, NJ Notary Public and NNA Certified Loan Signing Agent. Cranford, NJ. Fee confirmed before your session. Card charged only after it is complete. We aim to confirm within 15 minutes, 7am to 9pm. ## What the notary does You sign the form in front of the notary, who confirms your identity and completes the notarial certificate. Some offices also want an apostille or a witness's statement; read the instructions on your form. ## Get it notarized online today Online notary: open now until 9 PM ET · sessions by appointment · times confirmed by email A New Jersey notary can notarize this with you on a video call, wherever you are in the U.S. $50 for the session, $10 for each extra signer. Any other fee shows in the booking form before you confirm. Open 7 am to 9 pm ET, every day, by appointment. **What you need** - A valid government photo ID - A computer or phone with a camera - The unsigned document [Book an online session](/notary/?service=ron#order) Our certificate states the act was performed using communication technology, as New Jersey law requires. [What it must say](/notary/remote-online-notarization-certificate-wording) Most U.S. recipients accept a remotely notarized document; check with whoever will receive it. [What to ask them](/notary/will-my-online-notarization-be-accepted) · [Several signers](/notary/online-notarization-multiple-signers) ## Easier for older adults We can come to your home or care facility, and remote online notarization can work if the pension office accepts it. Many retirees prefer a visit so they don't have to travel. ## Before we come Bring the form, unsigned, and a government photo ID or passport. If the form needs an apostille, we can arrange it. We're based in Cranford and send mobile notaries to homes, offices and care facilities in Union and Middlesex counties, including Cranford, Westfield, Elizabeth, Edison and Woodbridge. For other counties, tell us the address and we'll confirm availability before you book. ## Common questions **Will the pension office accept a New Jersey notary?** Most do, but some require an apostille or a specific wording. Check the form's instructions. **Can this be done online?** Sometimes, if the office accepts remote notarization. Ask them before the session. **How often do I need it?** That depends on the payer, often yearly. This page is general information, not legal advice. A notary can't draft documents or advise you on their contents. Ask your attorney or the office requesting the document what you need. How we can help [### Mobile Notary A mobile notary near you in New Jersey, at your home, office, hospital or job site. Affidavits, powers of attorney, vehicle titles and business documents. Book online. Mobile notary →](/notary/mobile-notary)[### Remote Online Notarization (RON) Notarize documents online over secure video with a New Jersey notary. ID verification, electronic seal and a recorded session. Book a RON session. Remote online notary →](/notary/remote-online-notarization)[### Apostille Services We notarize your document and handle the New Jersey apostille for use abroad. State fee and our fee quoted up front. Powers of attorney, affidavits, school records. Apostille services →](/notary/apostille-services) Related documents [### Notarized letters and affidavits What to know →](/notary/documents/notarized-letter-and-affidavit-of-identity)[### Apostille for diplomas and birth certificates What to know →](/notary/documents/diploma-birth-and-marriage-certificate-apostille)[### Notarizing a quitclaim deed What to know →](/notary/documents/quitclaim-deed)[### Notarizing estate affidavits What to know →](/notary/documents/affidavit-of-title-and-estate-affidavits) Before your appointment - [Printable checklist for this document](/notary/appointment-checklist?doc=proof-of-life-certificate) [All documents](/notary/documents) ## Related - [Can someone who can't sign their name still get a document notarized?](/notary/answers/notarizing-for-someone-who-cannot-sign-in-nj) ## Need it notarized? Send it to the desk. [Book Now](/notary/#order)[Call (908) 444-6373](tel:+19084446373)