Request for Issuance of Sharia Inheritance Certificate
Request for Issuance of Sharia Inheritance Certificate
What is a Sharia Inheritance Certificate?
The Sharia Inheritance Certificate is an official document that establishes the heirs of the deceased and determines each heir's share according to Islamic Sharia law regarding inheritance distribution.
How to Submit the Request
The request for issuance of the Sharia Inheritance Certificate is submitted through the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments to individuals wishing to obtain the certificate. This is done to establish a legitimate inheritance inventory and accurately identify the deceased's heirs, avoiding the omission or inclusion of names of persons who are not heirs.
Required Documents for Obtaining the Sharia Inheritance Certificate
- Application form for Sharia inheritance certificate
- Copy of death certificate
- Copy of the deceased's ID card and passport - ensuring name consistency if the estate includes real estate
- Copies of heirs' ID cards or passports - ensuring name consistency if the estate includes real estate
- Official power of attorney (if applicable)
Importance of Obtaining the Sharia Inheritance Certificate
The Sharia Inheritance Certificate is essential for distributing the estate in a legitimate and legal manner, avoiding disputes among heirs, and ensuring each heir receives their designated share according to Islamic Sharia law.
Legal References
- قانون الأحوال الشخصية البحريني - المواد المتعلقة بالميراث (2017)
وزارة العدل والشؤون الإسلامية والأوقاف
- إجراءات إصدار الفريضة الشرعية
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Sharia Inheritance Certificate?
It is an official document issued by the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments that establishes the heirs of the deceased and determines each heir's share according to Islamic Sharia law.
Who can apply for the Sharia Inheritance Certificate?
Any heir or their legal representative can submit the application to the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments in Bahrain.
What documents are required?
Application form, death certificate, copies of ID cards and passports for the deceased and heirs, and official power of attorney if applicable.
Can the estate be distributed without the certificate?
No, the Sharia Inheritance Certificate is legally required to distribute the estate legitimately and avoid disputes among heirs.