Online Application for Legal Heir Certificate
If a deceased person does not leave a valid will, then the legal heirs must apply for the legal heir certificate in order to be able to collect the assets and property of the person who has passed away. In the olden days, getting a legal certificate required a long and tedious process that involved visiting government offices to submit physical documents.
With the introduction of online services it is now much easier to obtain a legal certificate without leaving your house. This blog will walk you step by step through the application process for an online legal heir certification.
Step One: Go to the official website of your state government
The first thing you need to do is visit your state’s official website. You can find out which state’s website is for this by using a search engine and searching “legal heir certificates + state name”. When you find the state’s official website, search for the legal heir certificate section.
Step 2: Register at the website
You must register to apply online for an heir certification. You can register by clicking on the button “Sign up” and entering your details, such as email, name, address, and phone number. You will be given a username/password to use for logging in.
Fill out the application form
You will see the legal heir application after logging in. Please fill out the application form with all required information, including the date of death and the legal heirs. Also, include the relationship between the deceased and the applicant. Attach all necessary documents such as the death certificate, the proof of relation with the deceased and the proof of address.
Step 4: Submit your application
Click “Submit” after you’ve filled out the form and uploaded all necessary documents. The application is sent for review to the department concerned.
Step 5: Payment of Fees
You will then be directed to the payment portal where you may pay for your legal heir certification. Fees vary by state. They can be paid with online banking, debit/credit cards or electronic wallets.
Tracking the application
You can check the status of the application after you have submitted the form and paid the fee. Your application will be updated via email and SMS.
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Step 7: Receive the certificate
You can then download your legal heir certification from the site once you have been approved. The certificate can be collected in person by presenting the receipt online and your identity proof.
The application for the legal heir certification is an important step to claim the property and assets of the deceased. The legal heir certificates are only given to immediate legal heirs, which includes spouses, children, parents and siblings.
Some states require documents in addition to those mentioned above, such as an affidavit that confirms the decedent did not have a will. They may also ask for the family tree and the no objection certificate of other legal heirs.
Keep track of where your application is at all times and respond quickly to queries from departments or to requests for more information. Incorrect or delayed information may lead to the rejection of your application, or even further delays.
If you find any errors or discrepancies in your legal heir certification, then submit a correction request along with all the required documents and fees.
Online applications for legal heir certificates have made this process more convenient and accessible. Following the above steps and providing complete and accurate information will allow you to obtain your legal heir certification in a timely and hassle-free manner.