Israeli Inheritance Law — for heirs living abroad
Israeli Inheritance Lawyer for Foreign Heirs
Did you inherit assets in Israel while living abroad? Shay Oved Law Firm in Herzliya represents foreign heirs remotely — obtaining probate and succession orders, registering inherited real estate, releasing bank and securities assets, and handling estate disputes. Each estate is reviewed individually, and we coordinate with the Israeli institutions on your behalf.
How We Help Foreign Heirs
Administering an Israeli estate from abroad means dealing with the Registrar of Inheritance, the courts, banks and the Land Registry — usually in Hebrew and under Israeli procedure. The firm acts as your single point of contact in Israel and manages each stage on your behalf, so that in most cases you can act without flying in.
Succession & probate orders
Applications for a succession order (no will) or a probate order (with a will) before the Registrar of Inheritance or the court.
Foreign wills
Reviewing whether a will made abroad can be recognized for Israeli assets, and the procedure to do so.
Inherited real estate
Registering an inherited property in the heirs' names at the Land Registry (Tabu) or Israel Land Authority.
Bank & financial assets
Releasing funds, securities and safe-deposit contents held in Israeli banks to the rightful heirs.
Estate disputes
Objections to a will, disputes among heirs, and protecting your share of the estate.
Power of attorney
Preparing a suitable notarized power of attorney and arranging remote signing from abroad.
The Remote Process — Step by Step
- Introductory call (WhatsApp/video) to map the estate, the heirs and the assets in Israel.
- Locating and reviewing the relevant documents — death certificate, will (if any), and proof of the heirs.
- Arranging a notarized power of attorney and remote signing, as required.
- Filing the application for a succession or probate order and following it through.
- Registering inherited property and releasing bank/financial assets, then distributing to the heirs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I handle an Israeli inheritance without traveling to Israel?
In many cases yes — through a notarized power of attorney and remote communication, depending on the circumstances. Probate/succession applications, property registration and dealings with banks can often be handled remotely. Each estate is reviewed individually.
Is a foreign will valid for assets in Israel?
A will made abroad may be recognized in Israel, but recognition and the procedure depend on the circumstances and the form of the will. This must be reviewed individually before relying on it — no particular outcome is guaranteed.
What languages does the firm work in?
English and Hebrew, via WhatsApp, email and video calls. A dedicated Hebrew inheritance page is also available.
Contact Shay Oved Law Firm
Tell us briefly about the estate and the assets in Israel, and we'll explain the next steps.