Written and factually reviewed by Simon Dicksved
Swedish inheritance-law practice · U.S.-focused educational content
Last reviewed: August 17, 2026
Start with an index, not a document dump
Do not send sensitive records through a general form. Start by listing what documents exist, who holds the original, what language each document is in, and whether a certified copy is available. This protects privacy and helps identify what is actually missing.
The core categories
Most international Swedish inheritance matters begin with identity, family, death, will, estate, bank, property, and authority records. If a U.S. probate or court process exists, those documents should be listed separately from Swedish documents so each system can be understood on its own terms.
Why organization saves time
Unclear names, missing pages, unverified powers of attorney, and scattered bank emails can delay the work. A simple chronology, contact list, and document index often reveal the next step faster than a long explanation without supporting records.
Official U.S. sources
Continue with the authority responsible for the American question.
U.S. Department of State: Authentication and apostille guidance
Use this after identifying which U.S. document must be accepted in Sweden and what form the recipient requires.
These sources cover the separate U.S. document or reporting workstream. Simon provides Swedish legal services and does not provide U.S. tax, probate, or state-law advice.
Useful first-call checklist
- Death certificate and family records
- Wills, codicils, trusts, or planning documents
- Estate inventory or draft
- U.S. probate documents, if any
- Bank letters and document requests
- Property deeds or cooperative apartment records
- Powers of attorney
- Translations, apostilles, or certified copies already obtained
Start with a non-confidential summary. Do not send sensitive documents through a general website form.