An official certificate from the probate court confirming heir status when there is no notarized will.
Damit wir Apply for a European Certificate of Succession mit dem zuständigen Nachlassgericht in Ihrer Stadt anzeigen können.
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Documents you need
Death certificate of the decedent · Proof of kinship
Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
How to do it
In person or by post at the office
Costs
Varies by case
File a petition with the probate court (local court)
In person with an affidavit or notarized.
Submit documents
Death certificate, proof of kinship, will, or inheritance agreement.
Obtain a certificate of inheritance
Fees are based on the value of the estate.
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Who is eligible?
Heirs who must prove their status as heirs to banks, government agencies, or the land registry.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 4 weeks
Success rate
approx. 90.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
10–80 € depending on the certificate/procedure.
Typically about 28 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.