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What needs to be done if a close relative or friend dies

What needs to be done if a close relative or friend dies

Become familiar with the main tasks to be carried out when a person dies.

Steps

There are several things to do after someone dies.

Searching for a will

You must perform a search to see if the deceased left a will or not.

Accepting or renouncing a succession

You must accept or renounce the succession within a certain period of time from the day it is opened.

Obtaining official documents related to the death

Documents issued by the Directeur de l’état civil and how to order official proof.

Liquidator

Information on the appointment, remuneration and replacement of a liquidator of succession.

Measures for co-holders of a bank account

Spouses who have a joint demand deposit account can access their share of the account’s balance more easily in the event one of them dies.

Last update: September 17, 2026