Probate Process in Greece: What Expats Should Know

🏛 What is Probate?

• Legal procedure to validate a deceased person’s will

• Officially transfer assets to heirs or beneficiaries

• Required to update property records, bank accounts, and tax authorities

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📄 Probate Steps in Greece

1. Death Certificate: Obtain official death certificate

2. Will Validation: Submit the will to a local probate court or notary

3. Heir Declaration: Identify and confirm heirs

4. Inventory of Assets: List all property, bank accounts, and liabilities

5. Tax Clearance: Pay any applicable inheritance tax and get clearance

6. Issuance of Certificate of Inheritance: Legal document transferring ownership

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⏳ Timeline

• Typically 3 to 6 months depending on complexity

• Possible delays if heirs reside abroad or disputes arise

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💼 Required Documents

• Death certificate

• Original will (if any)

• Proof of heirship (family records, marriage certificates)

• Property titles and bank statements

• Tax clearance certificates

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🧑‍⚖️ How Borderless Lawyers Can Help

• Manage probate filings and court procedures

• Coordinate with tax authorities and notaries

• Assist heirs in document collection and legal compliance

• Resolve disputes and facilitate smooth estate transfer

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