Apply for a certificate of inheritance: How to prove that you are an heir. The costs of the inheritance certificate depend on the value of the estate.
The application must name the heirs; these are based on legal succession, a will or an inheritance contract. If there is no will, documents must be presented that confirm the legal success of the will. A notarized will can make a Certificate of inheritance unnecessary. If you would like to find out in advance how your affairs will be handled, a power of attorney can be a good option.