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Legal Heir Certificate Application

Application for obtaining legal heir certificate after death of a family member in Pakistan.

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Applicant Name *

Applicant CNIC Number *

Applicant Address *

Deceased Person's Name *

Deceased's Last Address *

Date of Death *

Place of Death *

Relationship with Deceased *

List of All Legal Heirs with Relationships *

Purpose of Certificate *

City *

Date *

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Instructions

How to apply for Legal Heir Certificate:

1. Obtain death certificate (Form-D) from Union Council.
2. List all legal heirs with CNIC numbers and relationships.
3. Get the affidavit notarized.
4. Apply at Union Council for basic certificate or Civil Court for Succession Certificate.
5. Attach death certificate, CNIC copies of all heirs, relationship proofs.
6. Local inquiry may be conducted.
7. Certificate typically issued within 2-4 weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between legal heir and succession certificate?

Legal heir certificate is issued by Union Council for general purposes. Succession certificate is issued by Civil Court for claiming debts and securities.

Who qualifies as legal heir under Islamic law?

Spouse, children, parents are primary heirs. Shares are determined by Islamic inheritance rules (Faraid).

What documents are needed?

Death certificate (Form-D), CNIC copies of all heirs, proof of relationship, nikah nama if claiming as spouse.

Can I apply online?

Some areas offer online application through NADRA or e-services portals. Physical verification is usually still required.