In Bulgaria, this process is primarily governed by the Law on Succession (Zakon za nasledstvo) [15]. Core Principles of Inheritance
: A person can dictate how their property is distributed through a written will. However, Bulgarian law protects "reserved shares" for close relatives (children, parents, and spouses), meaning a person cannot completely disinherit them through a will [15]. Cross-Border Inheritance
: Obtain this from the local municipality to prove your legal status as an heir.
For cases involving assets or residents in multiple EU countries, EU Regulation No 650/2012 simplifies which country's law applies—typically the law of the country where the deceased had their at the time of death [15]. Practical Steps for Heirs
In Bulgaria, this process is primarily governed by the Law on Succession (Zakon za nasledstvo) [15]. Core Principles of Inheritance
: A person can dictate how their property is distributed through a written will. However, Bulgarian law protects "reserved shares" for close relatives (children, parents, and spouses), meaning a person cannot completely disinherit them through a will [15]. Cross-Border Inheritance nasledstvo
: Obtain this from the local municipality to prove your legal status as an heir. In Bulgaria, this process is primarily governed by
For cases involving assets or residents in multiple EU countries, EU Regulation No 650/2012 simplifies which country's law applies—typically the law of the country where the deceased had their at the time of death [15]. Practical Steps for Heirs nasledstvo