Accept your inheritance in Ukraine from anywhere
We find the notary handling the estate, prepare your application and documents, and complete the inheritance through to the certificate and property registration — while you stay where you live.
Travel to Ukraine
Not required in most cases
Typical timeline
From 6 months
Format
Legal agreement signed remotely
Language
Updates in English
Overview
When you need to accept an inheritance
An heir must accept an inheritance within six months of the death. Heirs living abroad can do this by post or through a representative, but the documents must be in the right form. We make sure the deadline is met and nothing is missing.
01
A relative died in Ukraine and you live abroad
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You are named in a will or are an heir by law
03
The estate includes an apartment, land or bank deposits
04
You need the property registered in your name
Your options
Three ways to accept an inheritance from abroad
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Application by post
Your signature on the application is certified at a consulate or abroad, and we send it to the notary.
Within the six-month term
01
Through a representative
We act for you at the notary under an authorisation prepared for your consulate or local notary.
Within the six-month term
01
Automatic acceptance
If you lived with the deceased at the time of death, we confirm your acceptance with the notary.
From 1 month
How it works
From application to registered ownership
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Consultation
We review your situation and confirm the right route.
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Legal agreement
You sign remotely; we confirm the scope and fee in writing.
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Finding the estate
We locate the notary and check the inheritance register.
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Application
We file your application within the six-month term.
01
Certificate & registration
We obtain the certificate of inheritance and register the property.
What we need from you
Documents for the notary
- Passport (copy)
- Ukrainian tax number, if you have one
- Death certificate
- Documents confirming kinship
- Will, if any
- Title documents for the property
Scans are enough to start. We tell you if any document needs an apostille or translation, and arrange it if you prefer.
Related services
Often handled together
Wills
Drafting and certifying wills for property in Ukraine.
Inheritance disputes
Disputes between heirs over shares, wills and estate property.
Restoring a missed inheritance deadline
Accepting an inheritance after the six-month term, with consent or through court.
FAQ
What clients ask before filing
Not covered here? Ask an attorney directly during your consultation.
Can you register the property in my name?
Do I need to pay tax on the inheritance?
When can I get the certificate of inheritance?
Can I accept an inheritance by post from abroad?
How long do I have to accept an inheritance?
Let's put an end to the uncertainty.
Tell us about your matter. An experienced attorney will review it and lay out your options — clearly and in English. We always see the matter through to the end.
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Results & Client Voices
Outcomes our clients felt from abroad
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