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Экспертные материалы о юридических вопросах для бизнеса в Узбекистане
Changing a child's surname in Uzbekistan requires the consent of both parents — a requirement enshrined in national law. In this article, a notary from the Yunusabad district of Tashkent explains how that consent is formalised, which documents are needed, and when the requirement may be waived.
A testator in Uzbekistan can do more than simply distribute assets — they can bind heirs to perform specific acts for the benefit of named individuals or society at large. Testamentary legacy (legacy/legatee mechanism) and testamentary obligation are two distinct legal instruments that make this possible. A notary of the Yunusabad District of Tashkent explains how they differ and how to structure them correctly.
When a beneficiary resides overseas or the estate includes property in another country, inheritance becomes considerably more complex. In this article I walk through the general procedure, the documents you will need, and the key issues to watch for.
If you continued using a deceased relative's property without formally contacting a notary, this is known as constructive (de facto) acceptance of inheritance. Here I explain what this means legally, what evidence you need, and how to formalise your rights through a notary's office.
Accepting an inheritance means accepting not just assets, but also the debts of the deceased. We break down the limits of heir liability under Uzbek law and how to protect your interests.
When an estate passes to multiple heirs, it initially becomes co-owned property. To give each heir specific assets rather than an abstract share, the heirs enter into a partition agreement. Here I explain how this works in practice under Uzbek law and what role the notary plays.
Inheriting a share in a limited liability company (LLC) is one of the most complex notarial processes, requiring close attention to the company's charter and the full composition of the estate. In this article I walk through the general procedure, the essential documents, and the most common mistakes foreign and local heirs should avoid.
Bank deposits and accounts form part of the heritable estate in Uzbekistan and must be transferred through a notary. This article covers the general procedure, required documents, and answers to common questions about inheriting bank assets — written from the perspective of a practising notary in Tashkent.
Receiving an apartment or house through inheritance is both a legal right and a procedural responsibility. In this article, a notary from the Yunusabad District of Tashkent explains the full process — from opening a probate file to registering title to inherited property.
Even a validly executed will cannot override every family member's rights. Uzbek inheritance law protects a defined group of close relatives, guaranteeing them a minimum share of the estate regardless of the testator's wishes. Here I explain who qualifies, how the share is calculated, and what steps to take to secure it.
When a person dies without a will, their estate is distributed according to a strict statutory order of priority established by the Civil Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan. This guide explains who qualifies as an heir, in what order they inherit, what documents are required, and the key issues to watch out for — written from the perspective of a practising notary in Tashkent.
Uzbek law sets a six-month window to accept an inheritance from the date it opens. But missing that deadline does not automatically mean losing your rights. Notary Alisher Botirov explains the two paths available and what you need to prepare.
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