Certificate of Inheritance Cost Calculator
Calculate the costs for a certificate of inheritance. Notary costs and court fees by estate value.
Details
Reiner Nachlasswert (Vermögen abzüglich Schulden)
Kosten direkt beim Gericht
550,00 €
Erbscheinsgebühr + eidesstattliche Versicherung
Kosten über Notar
929,50 €
Notar (inkl. MwSt.) + Gerichtsgebühr
Gebührenaufschlüsselung
Variante 1: Direkt beim Nachlassgericht
Variante 2: Über Notar
Einfache Gebühr (GNotKG)
275,00 €
bei Nachlasswert 100.000,00 €
Note: Calculation according to GNotKG. As of: 2025.
Note: These calculations are for informational purposes only and do not replace professional tax or financial advice. All information without guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a certificate of inheritance cost?
Certificate of inheritance costs depend on the estate value and follow the GNotKG fee schedule. For a 100,000 euro estate, expect about 273 euros; for 500,000 euros, about 935 euros in notary and court fees.
Do I always need a certificate of inheritance?
Not always. If there is a notarized will or inheritance contract, these often suffice for banks and the land registry. A certificate of inheritance is mainly needed for intestate succession.
What is the Certificate of Inheritance Cost Calculator?
The probate certificate cost calculator computes the fees for obtaining a certificate of inheritance from the probate court.
How does the Certificate of Inheritance Cost Calculator work?
Enter the estate value. The fee is based on the GNotKG (Court and Notary Costs Act). A 1x fee for the affidavit and a 1x fee for the certificate apply.
Key Data and Facts
Probate certificate costs: 2x fee per GNotKG table. Estate of 100,000 euros: approx. 546 euros. Estate of 500,000 euros: approx. 1,870 euros. A will can save the need for a certificate.
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