For general information, please refer to the related section of the Consular Services Guide of the Ministry of External Affairs and International Cooperation.
Certificate of Existence in Life
This service provided by INPS allows to verify the existence in life of pension beneficiaries who reside in foreign countries. The verification requires the submission of a special form, duly filled, directed to Citibank (official provider for INPS, in charge of foreign residents).
For information, please visit INPS website or Citibank website.
In order to request an appointment, you may send an email to: bangalore.consolare@esteri.it
It is mandatory to be present in person at the appointment, with a valid identity document/passport and the life certificate form provided by INPS or Citibank.