To prepare a declaration of inheritance , the following documents are usually required, depending on the circumstances:
- Certificate or copy of death certificate ;
- Certificates of testamentary search ( Chamber of Notaries and Barreau du Québec );
- Civil status documents allowing the establishment of family ties;
- Marriage or civil union contract , if applicable;
- Any will found , even if it is inapplicable;
- Two valid forms of identification for the signatories.
Other documents may be required depending on the specifics of the estate , for example judgments, proof of residence, bank documents or prior deeds.