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Apply for a European Certificate of Succession in Mülheim an der Ruhr

Apply for a European Certificate of Succession in Mülheim an der Ruhr is handled by Nachlassgericht Mülheim an der Ruhr; in the region it currently takes about approx. 4 weeks.

Last reviewed: August 08, 2026Verified sources:Nachlassgericht Mülheim an der Ruhr

Quick answer

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Documents you need
Death certificate of the decedent · Proof of kinship
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Costs
Varies by case

Processing time

approx. 4 weeks in Mülheim an der Ruhr

In Mülheim an der Ruhr we expect around approx. 4 weeks processing time – based on reports from the region, not on official figures.

Official: max. approx. 1 months

How to proceed

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File a petition with the probate court (local court)
In person with an affidavit or notarized.
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Submit documents
Death certificate, proof of kinship, will, or inheritance agreement.
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Obtain a certificate of inheritance
Fees are based on the value of the estate.

Required documents

Death certificate of the decedentMandatory
Official death certificate.
Proof of kinshipMandatoryOften forgotten
Birth and marriage certificates for the purpose of establishing lineage.

The essentials before applying

Who is eligible?

Heirs who must prove their status as heirs to banks, government agencies, or the land registry.

Income limit

Success rate

approx. 90.0 % (estimate)

Most common mistakes

•Application filed with the wrong court (jurisdiction: the decedent’s last place of residence)
•Death certificate not certified

Common reasons for rejection

•Conflicting Interpretations of a Will
•No other heirs are known or the situation is unclear

Alternatives

Check related services in the application assistant
Use social counselling before applying

If rejected

File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.

Everything about Apply for a European Certificate of Succession

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Authorities

Responsible: Nachlassgericht

Questions & Answers

How much does it cost to apply for a European Certificate of Succession?▼

10–80 € depending on the certificate/procedure.

How long does it take to apply for a European Certificate of Succession?▼

Typically about 28 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.

Freshness & source

Maintenance: Continuously reviewed & updated
Source: Nachlassgericht Mülheim an der Ruhr
Data quality: 100 %

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