Certificate of inheritance.
Application for a German certificate of inheritance (Erbschein) before the probate court: preparation of documents, affidavit, representation before the court, European Certificate of Succession in cross-border cases.
FAQ
- When do I need a German Erbschein?
- When there is no notarial will and banks, the land registry or insurers require proof of heirship.
- Which documents are required?
- Death certificate, civil status documents, the will if any, list of heirs with addresses, inventory of the estate.
- How long does issuance take?
- Depending on the probate court 4–12 weeks.
- What does it cost?
- Court fees under the German GNotKG, depending on the value of the estate. Example: EUR 100,000 estate ≈ EUR 546.
- Do I need a lawyer?
- Not strictly required, but advisable for complex estates.
Kontakt
Rechtsanwalt Dr. Vincent Stelzhammer, LL.M., Maîtrise en droit
Achenbachstr. 132, 40237 Düsseldorf
E-Mail: vincent@stelzhammer.legal