Succession Certificate

A Succession Certificate is a legal document issued by competent Indian court for Inheritance matters of NRIs.

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Our Process

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Get in touch with india for NRI, a lawyer understands the case and drafts a petition

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A duly signed and verified application is made to the civil court of competent jurisdiction

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According to Schedule II of The Court Fees Act, 1870, certain amount is levied as court fee for this process. Stamp Duty may vary from state to state

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A newspaper notice for 45 days is issued by the court

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If no Objections are receieved by the court, a succession certificate is issued

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Generally, it takes 6-8 months to obtain succession certificate

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Death certificate

Pan Card of all the legal heirs

Address Proof of all the legal heirs

Prescribed application form by affixing a court fee stamp

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Frequently Asked Questions

A Succession Certificate is a legal document issued by Indian courts that grants Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) the authority to manage and claim the assets of a deceased relative in India. It’s crucial for accessing bank accounts, investments, and transferring property titles, especially when there is no will.

A Succession Certificate is specifically for managing the deceased’s debts and securities, while a Legal Heir Certificate identifies all legal heirs for a broader range of purposes, including property claims. The former is issued by a civil court, and the latter by local government bodies.

Yes, it can be revoked if obtained through fraud, if material facts were concealed, if the holder is not the rightful heir, or due to significant changes in circumstances.

It legally empowers NRIs to manage and transfer the deceased’s assets, serves as a binding legal document, and makes them responsible for settling any debts or liabilities of the deceased.

No. Petition for Succession Certificate is filed only to claim movable assets like funds lying in Savings Accounts, FDRs, Pension money, etc.

  • The Banks and financial institutions do not permit the legal heirs to operate the bank accounts of a deceased person without any proper court order to circumvent any discrepancy.
  • Hence, the Petition for Succession Certificate is filed to obtain an order in this respect.

Generally, it takes around 1 year to complete the process.

  • Court Fee has to be paid upon the total amount being claimed under the petition for Succession Certificate.
  • It is a mandatory requirement and the amount of Court fee varies from State to State.

The District Judge within whose jurisdiction the deceased ordinarily resided at the time of his death, or, if at that time had no fixed place of residence, the District Judge, within whose jurisdiction any part of the property of the deceased may be found, may grant a certificate.

A court can sometimes require a bond with one or more surety or sureties or any other security for rendering an account of debts and securities received by the petitioner of succession certificate for indemnifying the persons who may be entitled to any part of the debt or securities.

It is typically required to transfer debts or securities due, bank account balances, shares, FD, or other financial assets when the deceased person did not leave a valid Will (intestate).

  • No, a succession certificate merely grants access to the departed's debts, stocks, and property.
  • It does not transfer ownership of real estate.

  • The holder may request an amendment or extension under Section 376 if certain debts or securities are not listed.
  • The original certificate and the revised certificate are equally valid.

Before granting the succession certificate, the Court may need more proof or documents to settle disagreements among the legitimate heirs.

  • If a valid will is present, a Succession Certificate may not be necessary
  • Legal advice can determine if probate or a different process is more suitable.