How the procedure works
- 01
Collecting documents
Death certificate, birth certificates or family extract, and property documents (ownership certificate, contracts, earlier decisions).
- 02
Inheritance proceedings
Held before a notary or – if there is a dispute – before the court. The heirs and their shares are determined.
- 03
Cadastre registration
After the inheritance decision, the property is registered in the heirs' names.
- 04
Division or sale
If you wish, the property is divided or sold – by agreement or, if there is no agreement, through the court.
Documents usually required
- Death certificate of the deceased
- Birth certificates / family extract of the heirs
- Identity documents (ID card or passport)
- Ownership certificate and other property documents
- The will, if there is one
If you live abroad
With a power of attorney we represent you before the notary, the court and the cadastre. Consultations take place by phone, WhatsApp or video. Documents issued abroad often need translation and certification (apostille or legalisation) – we tell you exactly what your case requires.
FAQ
Do I have to come to Kosovo in person?
In many cases, no. With a valid power of attorney we represent you before the notary, the court and the cadastre.
How long does it take?
It depends on the case. If the heirs agree and the documents are in order it is usually faster; disputes take longer. After reviewing the documents we give you an estimate.
What if the heirs disagree?
Then the court decides. We represent you and, where possible, first seek an amicable solution.
The property is not registered in the deceased's name – what now?
This is common. First the history of the property is clarified (contracts, decisions, cadastre records), then we find the right way to register it.