Procedure for obtaining succession certificate
Procedure for obtaining succession certificate The succession certificate is issued by a civil court to the legal heir of the deceased person. If a person dies without leaving a will, a succession certificate may be given by the court to free the debt and securities of the deceased. It establishes the authenticity of the heirs and grants them the right to transfer securities and other assets in their names, as well as the right to loan. It is issued by a beneficiary before the competent court in accordance with the succession laws applicable to the application. A succession certificate is required, but not always sufficient to free the deceased's estate. For this, death certificate, administration letter and no objection certificate are required. For a succession certificate, you first file a petition with the district court or high court under whose jurisdiction the property or assets are located. In the petition, state the relationship and name of the petitioner w