Inheritance During Martial Law in Ukraine (Kyiv)

Inheritance During Martial Law in Ukraine (Kyiv)

Under martial law, Ukrainian legislation is regularly adapted to new realities. One of the most common topics during consultations is inheritance registration during wartime. Due to numerous rumors about changing deadlines, heirs often get confused and risk losing their property rights.

Let's review the main rules currently in effect for Kyiv residents and displaced persons.

The Main Rule — Deadlines for Accepting Inheritance

At the beginning of martial law, the deadlines for accepting an inheritance were temporarily extended. However, the standard rule is now back in effect: you must apply to a notary with a statement of inheritance acceptance strictly within 6 months from the date of the testator's death. Do not wait for the end of the war — if you miss these six months, you will have to prove your rights in court.

What if the Property or the Deceased Was in an Occupied Territory?

This is a crucial wartime innovation. As a general rule, an inheritance case is opened at the deceased's last place of residence. But if the person lived in a temporarily occupied territory or an active combat zone, you have the right to apply to any notary in the government-controlled territory of Ukraine. For example, you can safely open an inheritance case with our private notary in Kyiv, even if the deceased's apartment is located in another region.

What Documents Are Needed for the First Visit?

To open an inheritance case, you just need to bring:

Your passport and Tax ID number — identity document of the heir.

Death certificate — original document.

A document confirming kinship (birth or marriage certificate) or the original will.

Facing difficulties and do not know where to start? Schedule an initial consultation with a private notary in Kyiv right now. We will help protect your legal property rights during this challenging time! Also check out the following sections: opening an inheritance case, certificate of inheritance by law and statement of acceptance of inheritance.