Managing an inheritance involving assets in Georgia with heirs in Spain, or assets in Spain with heirs in Georgia, requires understanding both countries’ inheritance laws. First, identify the applicable legal framework, gather essential documents such as the death certificate and will, and legalize and translate foreign documents if needed. Appointing a competent notary in the relevant country ensures that the process follows all legal requirements.
It is also important to calculate and pay taxes in both jurisdictions, including Georgian inheritance tax and Spanish ISD or municipal plusvalía if applicable. The inheritance must then be formally registered and adjudicated in the appropriate public registries. Remote management is possible through notarized powers of attorney, allowing heirs to complete all steps without being physically present. Proper coordination guarantees a secure, efficient, and legally compliant inheritance process.
Table of Contents
Steps
Applicable law and will:
Determine the deceased’s habitual residence and whether a valid will exists in Georgia. Check if special succession rules apply for heirs residing abroad.
Documentation:
Collect the death certificate, last will/testament, inventory of assets, apostille, and sworn translations as required by Georgian or Spanish authorities.
Notary and Representation:
Appoint a competent notary in Georgia. If you cannot attend in person, prepare a notarized power of attorney.
Tax Obligations:
Calculate inheritance tax in Georgia based on the relationship between the heir and the deceased. If assets are in Spain, verify ISD, municipal plusvalía, and consult double taxation agreements.
Adjudication and Registration:
Execute the deed of acceptance or partition, including inventories and allocation of assets, and register the inheritance in Georgian registries (and Spanish registries if applicable).
Documents and Timelines
| Document | Issuer | Location | Apostille/Translation? | Estimated timeline | Approx. cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Death certificate | Civil Registry | Country of death | Yes, if foreign | 3–10 days | €10–30 |
| Last will / testament | Notary / RGAUV | Georgia / Spain | Apostille + translation if needed | 3–15 days | €20–60 |
| Inventory of assets | Registries / Authorities | Each country | Depends on document | 1–4 weeks | — |
| Hague Apostille | Competent authority | Country of issue | — | 1–10 days | €20–60 |
| Sworn translation | Certified translator | — | — | 2–7 days | €0.08–0.15 per word |
| Deed of acceptance / partition | Notary | Georgia / Spain | According to annexes | 1–3 weeks | €300–1,200 |
Taxes
- Georgia: Inheritance tax applies according to local law and the heir’s relationship with the deceased.
- Spain: ISD applies; municipal plusvalía may apply to urban properties.
- Double Taxation: Consult Spain-Georgia agreements to avoid double taxation.
Sources: Georgian Civil Code, Spanish AEAT, EU Regulation 650/2012
Registration and Adjudication
- Draft and notarize the deed of acceptance or partition with detailed inventories.
- Register the inheritance in Georgian and Spanish public registries.
- Representation at a distance is allowed using notarized powers of attorney and legalized documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Identify the applicable law (EU Regulation 650/2012), collect certificates and wills, legalize and translate documents, appoint a competent notary, calculate taxes in both countries, and formalize registration and adjudication of assets.
Yes. With a notarized power of attorney and legalized documentation, a representative can act on your behalf. Georgian and Spanish authorities accept remote representation.
Death certificate, last will/testament, inventory of assets, apostille if the documents are foreign, and sworn translations when applicable.
Georgia: inheritance tax based on local law and relationship with the deceased.
Spain: ISD and possibly municipal plusvalía. Double taxation agreements may provide relief.
Yes. Georgian notaries authenticate wills, oversee inheritance procedures, and ensure proper registration of inherited assets.
Yes. International inheritance procedures allow Spanish heirs to receive assets in Georgia, provided all documentation is legalised, translated, and notarized.
Conclusion
If you are still asking, “How to manage an inheritance in Georgia?”, the safest and most efficient approach is to seek professional guidance. Grupo Hereda can assist in coordinating every step, managing documentation, and ensuring full compliance with Georgian and Spanish laws. Their expertise ensures that the process is secure, streamlined, and avoids delays or errors, making professional support the most reliable choice for cross-border inheritances.
Legal References
- Georgia – Civil Code: Intestate Succession
Provides rules for inheritance when there is no valid will, specifying legal heirs. - Georgia Civil Code – Article 53‑2‑1
Defines the inheritance rights of spouses and children under intestate succession. - Inheritance Law – Tbilisi Legal Aid
Explains formalities, deadlines (e.g., six months to claim inheritance), and procedural requirements. - Notaries in Georgia
Outlines the official duties of Georgian notaries, including document authentication and registry functions. - Georgia-Spain Double Taxation Agreement
Details tax rules to prevent double taxation of income and capital between Georgia and Spain. - Georgia – Double Taxation Treaties Overview
Lists all double taxation treaties Georgia has with other countries, including Spain. - Foreign Tax Relief in Spain
Explains how Spain provides deductions or credits to mitigate double taxation on foreign income or capital. - Civil Code of Georgia – Inheritance and Succession (Book VI)
Confirms that foreigners can inherit under Georgian law under the same conditions as citizens.
Grupo Hereda
Grupo Hereda is a law firm specialized in international and national inheritances, with more than 25 years of experience handling complex succession cases.
We assist with inheritances in Georgia involving heirs in Spain, as well as inheritances in Spain with beneficiaries residing in Georgia lor other countries.
Our legal team coordinates every phase of the process from obtaining certificates and apostilles to settling taxes and registering assets in the corresponding registries.
If you’re unsure how to manage an inheritance in Georgia Grupo Hereda guides you step by step, offering comprehensive legal advice and remote representation.
We also manage all types of international and national inheritances, ensuring legal security and time efficiency.
💬 Free Consultation:
If you are facing a complex inheritance or don’t know where to start, don’t give up your rights.
Contact us, and we will find a personalized solution for your case.
📞 Call us: (+34) 915 487 550
📧 Email: info@grupohereda.com
🌍 We operate throughout Spain and handle international inheritances across Europe and beyond the EU.
