Retirees in Bénin have completed their digital proof of life verification process as part of a national initiative to modernize pension administration. Official data confirms that 15,189 retirees successfully finished this verification requirement as of 21 October 2026. This specific figure represents the total number of individuals who have engaged with the new technological infrastructure provided by the state. The shift toward digital systems aims to streamline pension payments and ensure records remain accurate for all beneficiaries. By transitioning away from manual, paper-based verification methods, the administration intends to reduce the administrative burden on the aging population while simultaneously enhancing the security of the national pension fund.
Digital Verification Application Launch
Government officials launched the 'Preuve de Vie' application to enable remote verification for retirees. This mobile software utilizes smartphone cameras and biometric scanning technology to confirm the identity of pension recipients. The development of this application is a primary component of the broader modernization strategy. Users can download the application from the Play Store and the App Store to complete the process without traveling to an administrative office. Once downloaded, the application guides the user through the necessary steps to capture their biometric data, which is then transmitted securely to the central database for processing and verification.
Retirees also possess the option to use biometric terminals situated in various public spaces across Bénin. Individuals selecting this method must present a valid biometric national identity card to the machine to register their presence and update their status in the national database. These terminals serve as a secondary access point for those who may lack access to compatible smartphones or who prefer face-to-face interaction with digital systems. Africaho and La Nouvelle Tribune reported that these dual pathways are designed to increase accessibility for pensioners living in both urban and rural areas. By offering both a mobile-based solution and a physical terminal-based solution, the government seeks to ensure that geographical location does not prevent any pensioner from maintaining their active status.
The proof of life verification campaign for FNRB pension recipients concludes on 15 November 2026. This deadline is a critical milestone for the administration, as it marks the end of the transition period for the current verification cycle. After this date, officials will review the data collected through both the mobile application and the physical biometric terminals to finalize the updated pension rolls. All recipients must complete the requirement before the deadline to ensure continued disbursement of their benefits. The data gathered during this period will be instrumental in identifying potential discrepancies in the current records, thereby allowing the FNRB to maintain a high level of integrity in its financial operations. Following the 15 November 2026 cutoff, the government will evaluate the success of this digital rollout to determine the future direction of pension administration in Bénin.
