Accepting an Inheritance in Greece with a Will – A Guide for Greek Americans
Are you a Greek American seeking guidance on how to accept an inheritance in Greece? Our law firm, E. CHATZIDIMITRIOU LLC, specializes in Greek inheritance law and handles the entire legal process remotely, eliminating the need for you to travel to Greece. We offer online consultations to discuss your case and assist with inheritance matters in both Greece and Cyprus.
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Greek Inheritance Law – What You Need to Know
Greek inheritance law follows the Greek Civil Code and applies to assets located in Greece. If a will exists, the estate is distributed according to the testator’s wishes, as long as it does not violate forced heirship rules. These rules protect close family members, such as children and spouses, ensuring they receive their legally reserved share.
Contact our law firm E. CHATZIDIMITRIOU LLC via email at info@hatzidimitriouvirtuallaw.com or +13474034789 and one of our specialized associates will guide you through your case language of communication, preferably Greek.
Step-by-Step Process of Accepting an Inheritance in Greece for Greek Americans
1.Verify the Will
The will must be validated and published at the competent Greek court or notary’s office.
2.Obtain Required Certificates
Key documents include the death certificate and certificate of non-revocation (proving no other wills exist).
3.File Inheritance Tax Declaration
Heirs must file an inheritance tax return with the Greek tax authorities within:
•6 months if the deceased passed away in Greece.
•12 months if the deceased passed away abroad.
4.Sign the Acceptance of Inheritance Act
The heir must sign the inheritance acceptance deed before a notary public and register the ownership in the Land Registry (Ktimatologio) or Mortgage Registry.
Types of Inheritance Acceptance in Greece
•Simple Acceptance – The heir inherits both assets and debts.
•Acceptance with Benefit of Inventory – The heir limits liability only to the value of inherited assets.
Why Choose E. CHATZIDIMITRIOU LLC for Your Greek Inheritance Case?
•Greek Inheritance Law Experts for Greek Americans
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•Inheritance Case Handling in Greece & Cyprus
•Collaboration with Greek Notaries & Tax Advisors for Fast Processing
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Contact our law firm E. CHATZIDIMITRIOU LLC via email at info@hatzidimitriouvirtuallaw.com or +13474034789 and one of our specialized associates will guide you through your case language of communication, preferably Greek..