Publication date: 18.02.2025
My name is Marina Novytska, I am a lawyer specializing in the legalization of Ukrainians in Poland (residence card), contract work, including notarizing powers of attorney, and collecting alimony in Poland. My professional journey began as an assistant to a lawyer in the city of Tarnowskie Góry (Silesian Voivodeship), after which I worked as a specialist in the legalization and employment of foreigners at the Polish joint-stock company "CHEMET." Over the two years of providing legal assistance to Ukrainian citizens who left Ukraine due to the war, I gained a deep understanding of the needs and expectations of my clients. I actively consulted and assisted in legalizing their stay and processing documents in Polish institutions and organizations. I know what results my clients are striving for.
Filing an Inheritance Renunciation Statement in Poland in Favor of Another Heir
On November 17, 2024, a Client approached me with a request to file an inheritance renunciation statement in favor of their sister. The main issue was that the inherited property was in Ukraine, while the Client resided in Poland and could not travel to Ukraine to submit the statement in person. Additionally, circumstances prevented the Client from addressing the Ukrainian Consulate in Poland to resolve this matter.
After thoroughly analyzing the situation, it was decided to propose an alternative solution that would satisfy the Client’s needs. It turned out that Polish law allows for inheritance renunciation statements to be notarized by a Polish notary. This way, instead of traveling to Ukraine, the Client could notarize the statement directly in Poland, which significantly simplified the procedure.
During the consultation, it was decided to prepare the statement in Ukrainian to avoid additional translation costs in Ukraine. This allowed the Client to quickly and conveniently resolve the issue in Poland without wasting time on formalities such as translation and certification of documents in Ukraine.
Case Details
- Client: A Ukrainian citizen residing in Poland.
- Goal: Renounce inheritance in favor of another heir without traveling to Ukraine.
- Documents: A notarized inheritance renunciation statement prepared in Ukrainian.
- Process: Consultation, preparation of the statement, notarization by a Polish notary.
Result
- Decision: A notarized statement of inheritance renunciation in favor of the Client’s sister was prepared in Ukrainian.
- Outcome: The Client successfully completed the inheritance renunciation process without needing to travel to Ukraine or contact the Ukrainian Consulate.
Questions and Answers
Question
Can inheritance be renounced while outside Ukraine?
Answer
Yes, it is possible. With the help of a Polish notary, an inheritance renunciation statement can be prepared in Ukrainian and submitted in Ukraine without personal presence.
Question
How long does the notarization process of an inheritance renunciation statement take in Poland?
Answer
The notarization process can take from several days to a week, depending on the notary’s availability and the preparation of all necessary documents.
Question
Is translation required for the inheritance renunciation statement?
Answer
If the statement is prepared in Ukrainian, no translation is required. This significantly simplifies the process and reduces legal costs.
Why Contact a Lawyer?
- Legal Consultation: Professional assistance in preparing and filing the inheritance renunciation statement.
- Rights Protection: Guarantees proper processing of all legal documents.
- Efficiency: Legal support that helps avoid unnecessary delays and costs.
Legal Support: Comprehensive representation of clients' interests in Poland.
International Assistance: Help with inheritance and other matters between Poland and Ukraine.
Document Processing: Preparation and certification of all necessary documents for clients residing outside Ukraine.
The case of renouncing inheritance through a Polish notary demonstrated that even abroad, it is possible to efficiently resolve inheritance-related issues in Ukraine. Thanks to the correct approach to document preparation, the Client successfully completed the process without needing to travel to Ukraine.
