Morning News: Australian pensioners overseas could need "proof of life" for payment

Australian pensioners over the age of 80 who live overseas may soon need to prove they're alive every two years.

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Draft legislation is on its way to the senate after passing through the lower house on Monday.

The federal government expects the proposal to save about $220 million over the forward estimates.

Pensioners would have 13 weeks to return a "proof of life" certificate or otherwise have their payments suspended.

The government says the proposal brings Australia into line with Britain, Germany, the Netherlands, France and Italy.