Renounce an inheritance in Merzig-Wadern is handled by Nachlassgericht Merzig-Wadern; in the region it currently takes about 1 day.
Quick answer
Documents you need
Identification card or passport · Form / Application
Costs
Varies by case
1 day in Merzig-Wadern
In Merzig-Wadern we expect around 1 day processing time – based on reports from the region, not on official figures.
Official: max. 1 day
Declaration of renunciation of inheritance submitted in person to the probate court or a notary
Within 6 weeks of becoming aware of the inheritance (6 months if the estate involves foreign interests).
Court record
The statement is entered into the record or notarized.
The inheritance is deemed not to have been accepted
The rejection cannot be undone.
Who is eligible?
Heirs who wish to renounce an inheritance, for example, because the estate is heavily in debt.
Income limit
Success rate
approx. 99.0 % (estimate)
Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.
The inheritance is deemed to have been accepted, including all debts. Challenging the acceptance is possible only under very limited circumstances.