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Expats residing in Bulgaria who want to secure their assets
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Bulgarian nationals wishing to create a legally binding will
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Foreign property owners in Bulgaria looking to specify inheritance
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Individuals with complex family situations requiring clear inheritance instructions
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Business owners with assets in Bulgaria needing succession planning
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Anyone wanting to override Bulgaria's default inheritance laws
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Individuals seeking to make charitable bequests in Bulgaria
Make a last Will & Testament in Bulgaria
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02 Oct 2024
Service Details
Make a last Will & Testament
This service is available across Bulgaria
Who Can Benefit from this Service?
Requirements
To create a valid will in Bulgaria, you'll need to provide:
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Personal identification documents
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Details of your assets in Bulgaria (and globally, if relevant)
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Information about intended beneficiaries
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Any specific bequests or instructions you wish to include
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Details of proposed executors of the will
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Information about any existing wills (in Bulgaria or elsewhere)
Procedure: Our Approach
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Conduct an initial consultation to understand your wishes and circumstances
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Advise on the types of wills recognised under Bulgarian law (notary will, handwritten will)
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Draft a comprehensive will that complies with Bulgarian legal requirements
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Ensure the will is clear, unambiguous, and reflective of your intentions
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Arrange for proper witnessing and notarisation of the will as required by Bulgarian law
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Register the will with the Bulgarian Notary Chamber's central register of wills
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Provide guidance on safely storing the original will
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Offer advice on regularly reviewing and updating your will
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Explain the will's contents to you and answer any questions
Benefits - Why Choose Our Service
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Ensure your will is valid and enforceable under Bulgarian law
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Avoid potential disputes among heirs after your passing
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Protect your assets and loved ones according to your wishes
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Navigate complex Bulgarian inheritance laws with expert guidance
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Receive bilingual support (English and Bulgarian) throughout the process
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Gain peace of mind knowing your affairs are in order
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Benefit from our in-depth knowledge of both Bulgarian and international inheritance laws
Key Elements of this Service
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Customised will drafting tailored to your specific needs and Bulgarian law
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Advice on Bulgarian forced heirship rules and how to navigate them
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Guidance on tax-efficient estate planning in Bulgaria
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Support in choosing appropriate executors for your Bulgarian will
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Assistance with making provisions for minor children or dependents
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Advice on including foreign assets in your Bulgarian will
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Regular will review service to ensure it remains up-to-date
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Secure registration of your will in the Bulgarian central register
This service is provided in full compliance with the Bulgarian Inheritance Act and the Bulgarian Obligations and Contracts Act. We ensure that your will meets all legal requirements for validity and enforceability in Bulgaria.
Free Support Services Included
When combined with the free and innovative Advocate Abroad support services you can be sure that you are obtaining completely transparent legal services from registered and regulated English-speaking lawyers abroad.These support services include:
- Verification of the regulatory status of your professional.
- Fees as recommended by the Local Professional Body
- Fees specified in advance and legally guaranteed.
- Service levels agreed in advance and guaranteed.
- All professionals must hold professional indemnity insurance.
- Professionals' proficiency in English monitored.
- Continuous quality controls and reviews.