Inheritance and planning: pointers to prepare the handover
AmanaFi team · Updated · 1 min read
In Islamic succession law, heirs' shares are fixed and a bequest in favour of a non-heir is limited to a third of the estate. Preparing your papers and talking to your family avoids painful conflicts.
What is regulated
Succession law, applied in Morocco within the Family Code, divides the estate among heirs according to defined shares. A person may also bequeath up to a third of their estate to non-heirs or a charity.
- Heirs' shares fixed by rule.
- Bequest to non-heirs limited to a third.
- Debts are settled before division.
Documents to prepare
Gather and update the useful information.
- List of your assets, accounts and insurance.
- List of your debts and what you are owed.
- Title deeds and important contracts.
- Contact details of a trusted relative and a legal professional.
Talk beforehand
Informing your family of the existence and location of these documents avoids searching and misunderstandings. For a particular case, consult a notary, an adoul or a person qualified in succession law, as family situations vary greatly.
Frequently asked
What should I do about my debts in case of death?
Keep a clear list of your debts and what you are owed, with evidence, and inform a trusted relative. Debts are settled before the estate is divided.
Put it into practice with AmanaFi
Period budget, projects, debts and loans, zakat: free, on mobile.
Open the app