Heirs obtain a succession certificate from the District Judge where the deceased lived, and banks and companies release deposits and shares against it. Heirs in Mongolia can apply through an apostilled power of attorney and affidavit. Without objections, a few months is typical.
- Document route
- Mongolian notary and apostille, or Indian Embassy attestation
- Time difference
- IST is 2h30 behind Mongolia all year
- Law
- Part X, Indian Succession Act 1925
- Court
- District Judge where the deceased lived
Succession Certificate from Mongolia: how it works
We collect the death certificate, asset list and proof of relationship, file the petition and arrange notices. We deal with any objection.
Once granted, we follow up with banks and companies until the assets are transferred.
Proof of relationship can be harder when family records are in Mongolian; we arrange apostilled translations of Mongolian civil records and combine them with Indian documents.
If the deceased also owned land, we advise separately on mutation and any limits on a foreign heir taking title.
Where siblings in India agree, a joint petition with their consent shortens the process considerably.
What clients in Mongolia should know
- If there is a will, probate may be needed.
- Nominees may hold funds for heirs.
- Land passes by mutation.
Step by step from Mongolia
Video consultation
A call at a time that suits Mongolia, after we have read your documents.
Documents signed in Mongolia
Mongolian notary and apostille, or Indian Embassy attestation
Work in India
Our team files, appears and follows up in India, and shares scans of everything filed.
Result and handover
Certified copies and originals are couriered to you in Mongolia where needed.
The full guide
This page covers what changes when you are in Mongolia. For the law, the documents and the step-by-step procedure, read our main page on Succession Certificate, or see all services for clients in Mongolia and the Inheritance & Documents practice area.
Questions from clients in Mongolia
Can I apply from Mongolia?
Yes, through an apostilled power.
How long does it take?
Often three to six months.
Can the money be sent to Mongolia?
Yes, within limits after tax.
Are Mongolian birth records accepted?
Yes, with an apostille and certified translation.
Can my siblings in India apply on my behalf?
Yes, with your consent or power of attorney.