Inheritance
Inheritance acceptance deadline calculator
Enter the date of death or another date the inheritance opened to see the preliminary last day to apply to a notary. For inheritance cases in Lviv and the region, check the result against the documents and place where the inheritance opened.
Calculation of the 6-month period
The tool adds six calendar months to the date the estate is opened and shows the estimated final day for filing an application.
Usually, this is the date of death shown on the certificate, or the date from which the person was declared dead.
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If the death was registered more than one month later, the start of the period requires individual review: in some cases it runs from the state registration of death.
Estimated time limit
the period has not expired yetMethod: Date after 6 months: 10 June 2026 + 6 months = 10 December 2026
Status as of today: the period has not expired yet: in 30 days
Conditional weekend extension: yes
The extension applies only under this assumption. Public holidays and other nonworking days are not separately considered; check the calendar at the place of the action.
This is an estimated calculation. Special cases, living with the deceased, renunciation by other heirs, transmission of inheritance rights, and renewal of a missed period must be reviewed by a notary or lawyer.
- Date inheritance opened
- 10 June 2026
- General time limit
- 6 months
- Calendar days in the period
- 183
- Status as of today
- in 30 days
Calculation calendar
- Date inheritance opened
- 10 June 2026
- Date after 6 months
- 10 December 2026
- Estimated last day
- 10 December 2026
- As of today
- the period has not expired yet: in 30 days
An additional period granted by the court, actual acceptance of the inheritance, a special status of the heir, or a dispute about the date the inheritance opened is not taken into account.
The brief summary is easy to paste into a message to a lawyer or save for yourself.
How the date is determined
As a general rule, inheritance opens upon a person’s death or declaration of death. The basic period for accepting the inheritance is calculated from that date.
The calculator shows only the general six-month period. It does not determine whether an heir is already deemed to have accepted the inheritance or assess grounds for an additional period from the court.
Calculation methodology
Methodology for determining the inheritance period
Use the date of death or another confirmed date the inheritance opened.
Add six calendar months under the general rule of the Civil Code of Ukraine.
If the final month has no corresponding day, use the last day of the month.
Check whether the last day is nonworking at the place of the action and extend it if necessary.
Where state registration of death is delayed, the start of the period requires separate review.
We do not conclude that an inheritance was accepted in fact or that a time limit should be renewed without documents.
Example
Calculation example
The inheritance opened on January 10, 2026, and the heir plans to contact a notary in Lviv.
- Date inheritance opened: 10.01.2026
- General time limit: 6 months
Estimated last day to file the application: July 10, 2026.
If the heir lived with the decedent or the deadline has already passed, a separate review is required.
What to check in the documents
- Death certificate or court decision declaring the person deceased.
- Documents about the deceased’s last place of residence.
- The will, documents proving family ties, and the composition of the estate.
- Proof of living with the deceased or the reason for missing the period.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the exact time limit for every inheritance matter?
No. This is a guide based on the general six-month rule. A notary or lawyer should check the documents, the heirs, and special rules.
Which date should I enter in the calculator?
Usually, enter the date of death shown on the certificate. If the person was declared dead, check the date from which they are considered deceased under the court decision.
What to do if the time limit has already expired?
Need to check whether written consent from heirs who accepted the inheritance is possible, or whether to apply to court for an additional period.
Must I apply if I lived with the deceased?
Living together permanently may have separate legal significance, but it must be supported by documents. For safer handling, coordinate the steps with a notary.
Does the place where the inheritance opened matter?
Yes, this matters when choosing a notary and opening the estate file. If the deceased’s last residence or property was connected with Lviv or the region, check this before filing the application.
Resources for your situation
Calculations and checks
Official sources
- Civil Code of Ukraine: opening of inheritanceArticle 1220 determines when an inheritance opens and what constitutes the time of opening.
- Civil Code of Ukraine: period for accepting an inheritanceArticle 1270 sets the general six-month period for accepting an inheritance.
- Civil Code of Ukraine: missed time limitArticle 1272 describes the consequences of missing the period and the possibility of obtaining additional time through the court.
- Prepared
- The methodology was prepared by the website editorial team based on official sources.
- Important
- The tool provides a preliminary result and does not replace document review.
Current as of . The calculation is preliminary and depends on the documents and circumstances.
Free initial consultation
Need to check the deadline for accepting an inheritance?
Submit an application if you need to check the date, documents, place where the inheritance opened, or options after missing a time limit in Lviv.
- the calculator result can serve as a reference for a conversation
- documents, deadlines, or contract terms may change the conclusion
- briefly describe the circumstances in the form if needed