Certificate of Inheritance Cost Calculator Germany
What does a certificate of inheritance cost in Germany? By estate value under the GNotKG, compare applying at the probate court with using a notary (incl. VAT).
Details
Net estate value (assets minus debts)
Costs directly at the court
€546.00
Probate certificate fee + statutory declaration
Costs via notary
€597.87
Notary (incl. VAT) + court fee
Fee breakdown
Variant 1: Directly at the probate court
Variant 2: Via notary
Basic fee (GNotKG)
€273.00
for estate value €100,000.00
Note: Calculation according to GNotKG. As of: 2026.
Note: These calculations are for informational purposes only and do not replace professional tax or financial advice. All information without guarantee.
FAQ
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.
Which estate value determines the certificate of inheritance fees?
What counts is the value of the estate at the time of death minus the debts left by the deceased, such as an outstanding loan on a property (§ 40 GNotKG). Costs that only arise from the inheritance itself – the funeral, bequests, compulsory portions – do not reduce the value. For an estate of 100,000 euros, the simple fee under the GNotKG is 273 euros; the certificate and the statutory declaration in lieu of oath together cost 546 euros when applied for directly at the probate court.
Guide
What is the Certificate of Inheritance Cost Calculator Germany?
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 Germany 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.
Step-by-Step Guide
How to calculate the cost of a certificate of inheritance step by step: 1. Determine the value of the estate: Add up all assets of the deceased – real estate (market value), bank balances, securities, vehicles and valuables. Debts are deducted. 2. Read the fee from the GNotKG table: For the certificate of inheritance a 1.0-fold fee is charged, for the affidavit a further 1.0-fold fee, together a 2.0-fold fee. 3. Fee tiers (selection): Estate value 10,000 EUR: 150 EUR. 50,000 EUR: 330 EUR. 100,000 EUR: 546 EUR. 250,000 EUR: 1,070 EUR. 500,000 EUR: 1,870 EUR. 4. Check whether a certificate of inheritance is actually needed. With a notarial will or a contract of inheritance together with an opening protocol, the will alone is often sufficient as proof for banks and the land registry office. This way you save the entire cost of the certificate of inheritance.
Calculation Example
Estate value 200,000 EUR: GNotKG fee (1.0x) = 435 EUR. Certificate of inheritance (Erbschein) + affidavit (2.0x) = 870 EUR.
Sources
Official sources
Calculations are based on applicable German laws and official data:
- Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch (BGB)
- Rechtsanwaltsvergütungsgesetz (RVG)
- Bundesministerium der Finanzen (BMF)
Full methodology at Methodology.
Reviewed by Konstantin Iakovlev · Last updated:
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