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Did You Know You Could Be an Heir to an Estate in France?

  • Writer: Lim
    Lim
  • Oct 7
  • 2 min read

Updated: Oct 11

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Many people are unaware that they may be entitled to an inheritance in France or within the European Union — even if they live abroad. If you have family in France — parents, children, uncles, aunts, cousins, or grandparents — you may have inheritance rights without realising it.


At Banian Genealogy, we specialise in heir research and international inheritance support. Through our exclusive partnership with Coutot-Roehrig, Europe’s leading probate genealogy firm since 1894, we help families across Southeast Asia and worldwide claim their rightful inheritance with transparency and integrity.



When Someone May Be an Heir


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A person may be an heir if they are related by blood — even distantly — to someone who has passed away and owned property, assets, or bank accounts in France or the EU. Heirs are not limited to direct descendants: cousins, nephews, nieces, and distant relatives may also inherit when no closer family members are known.


As probate genealogists, we trace and legally confirm these heirs so that French notaries recognise their rightful claims.



 I Know Someone Who Might Be an Heir. What Should I Do?


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If you know someone — a friend, colleague, or neighbour — who might be entitled to an inheritance in France or in Europe, please get in touch with us. We discreetly verify the information, study potential family links, and determine whether an estate may be open in their name.

Even partial information (a name, age, place of birth, or the deceased’s name) is enough for us to begin an investigation.



 Will I Be Acknowledged for My Help?



Yes. Banian Genealogy values anyone who helps identify heirs or contributes information that leads to successful cases. You may be formally acknowledged as a collaborator, referral, or local partner, depending on your level of involvement. We strongly believe in recognising every contribution that helps bring families together.



Is there a Specific Program for Community Partners?


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Yes. Banian Genealogy operates a Community Partners Program, open to individuals, translators, local institutions, lawyers, NGOs, and associations willing to collaborate with us. These partners play a crucial role in local outreach, awareness, and connecting with families who may otherwise remain unknown.


This program allows you to:

  • Actively preserve family heritage;

  • Strengthen international cooperation between France and Southeast Asia;

Receive official recognition within the Banian Network.



Why Is Your Role So Important?


Every detail or piece of information can help restore a forgotten family story. Your role is vital — without local connections and trust, many estates would remain unsettled. By sharing information, you contribute to a broader mission: bringing justice, dignity, and closure to families across generations and borders.



📞 Who Can Contact You With This Kind of Information?


Anyone — a relative, friend, lawyer, translator, or witness — can reach out. We handle every inquiry with confidentiality and professionalism. Our mission is to reconnect families and ensure every heir receives what rightfully belongs to them.



📨 How Can I Report a Potential Case?

A genealogy consultant will contact you to collect details and guide you through the following steps. Your help could make a real difference for a family seeking closure.






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