Appointment of an estate administrator by the probate court to safeguard and manage an estate when the heirs are unknown or have not yet been identified.
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Documents you need
Identification card or passport · Form / Application
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)
Including an explanation of the need for security, e.g., outstanding receivables.
Appointment of an estate administrator
Through the court, usually a lawyer or notary.
Estate Administration and Heir Tracing
The estate administrator safeguards the estate and identifies the heirs.
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Who is eligible?
Creditors of the estate, government agencies, or other persons with a legitimate interest in safeguarding an estate with unknown heirs.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 months
Success rate
approx. 75.0 % (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 60 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.