Succession Certificate is a legal document that is issued after the demise of an individual to authenticate and authorize the rightful heirs for the ownership and distribution of the assets of the deceased person. The officials of NADRA clarified that this certificate is given for movable properties, including cash, bank deposits, vehicles, shares, and bonds.

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NADRA s handbook points out that succession certificates for movable property are normally granted within 20 days to accelerate the process and minimiz complications for the heirs.

The certificate prevents families from having to go through long legal processes and ensures rightful heirs receive their share of assets in good time.

In contrast, immovable property, like houses, plots, and flats, calls for a different legal document called the Letter of Administration. This is what the heirs need in order to have the legal transfer of immovable properties  ownership and to ensure that the heirs have legal authority to inherit the mentioned properties.

NADRA s implementation of this streamlined process is proving to be a great relief for families as it greatly minimizes delays, uncertainty and legal issues in the distribution of assets. This move by the government demonstrates its seriousness in making it easy for citizens to secure their rightful claims with transparency and efficiency.

Moreover, for making the process even more simple, NADRA has introduced online services to obtain succession certificates as well. Now, the citizens can apply for it online, without having to personally visit offices. It saves time and is convenient, particularly for those who reside in rural areas or have poor access to NADRA centers.

Overall, this project by NADRA is a milestone effort in encouraging legal consciousness and enhancing public access to critical documentation in Pakistan.