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Bereavement checklist
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Understand housing and lease rights
Lease rights depend on the household and the tenancy. Contact the landlord, a tenant-advice service, or a legal professional if the situation is disputed.
Check which succession law may apply
The applicable law can depend on the deceased person's habitual residence, nationality, and any valid choice of law. Seek professional advice when more than one country is involved.
Transfer or otherwise handle vehicle registration
Ask the SNCA which succession document and registration steps are required for a Luxembourg-registered vehicle.
Obtain the medical certificate of death
A doctor prepares the medical certificate needed to declare the death.
Notify the CCSS and deal with business matters
Contact the CCSS promptly if the deceased was self-employed or ran a business. Ask which declarations, supporting documents, and deadlines apply.
Notify banks and trace financial assets
Contact banks and other financial institutions directly. Account access, freezes, documents, and fees vary by institution.
File the AED succession declaration and check inheritance tax
Ask the AED whether a succession declaration is required and whether any inheritance tax applies to the heirs and shares involved.
File the final income tax return if required
Check with the tax authorities whether a final return is required and which filing deadline applies to the deceased person's tax situation.
Contact a notary when inheritance evidence or a complex estate requires one
A notary may be needed to establish inheritance rights or deal with a complex estate. Ask for the likely procedure and costs before instructing one.
Declare the death at the commune and request death-certificate copies
Declare the death at the commune where it occurred. Ask which extracts or multilingual copies are available and whether fees apply.
Decide whether to accept, challenge, or renounce the inheritance
This is an important legal choice. Seek professional advice before acting if the estate may include debts, a dispute, or a minor heir.
Apply for the CNAP survivor pension
Check eligibility with the CNAP and ask for the current application form and supporting documents.
Apply for the CNS funeral allowance
Ask the CNS whether the funeral allowance applies, which documents are required, and what current amount may be paid.
Request bereavement leave from your employer
Request the leave expressly from your employer. The number of days depends on your relationship to the deceased person.
Arrange the burial or cremation
Obtain the required authorization and confirm the current timing and documents with the civil registrar or funeral professional.
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