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Guides, articles, and updates on navigating probate in Ireland.

In-Depth Guides

How Long Does Probate Take in Ireland? 2026 Waiting Times

Probate in Ireland takes 6–12 months. Dublin Probate Office (Apr 2026): 10–12 weeks for personal-applicant appointments. Timeline + delay fixes.

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GuideCosts & Fees

Inheritance Tax Ireland: CAT, IT38 & Thresholds

A plain-English guide to inheritance tax in Ireland: the 33% CAT rate, Group A/B/C thresholds, the 80% IT38 filing rule, deadlines, and reliefs.

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GuideCosts & Fees

Probate Costs & Fees in Ireland

Full breakdown of probate costs in Ireland: Probate Office fees, solicitor charges, valuations, tax, and hidden extras. Budget with confidence.

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GuideProbate Process

Probate in Ireland: Complete Guide

A complete guide to probate in Ireland covering the process, costs, timeline, documents needed, executor duties, and when you need professional help.

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GuideIntestacy

Intestacy in Ireland: When There's No Will

What happens when someone dies without a will in Ireland? A guide to intestacy rules, who inherits, how to apply for administration, and costs.

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GuideExecutor Duties

Executor's Guide: Duties, Timeline & Liability

Complete guide to executor duties in Ireland. Step-by-step timeline from death to distribution, personal liability risks, and when to get help.

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GuideCross-Border & International

Cross-Border Inheritance in Ireland

Guide to cross-border inheritance in Ireland: EU Succession Regulation, foreign assets, double taxation treaties, and CAT on worldwide property.

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GuideDIY vs Professional

DIY Probate vs Solicitor in Ireland: How to Decide

Should you apply for probate yourself or hire a solicitor? Honestly compare costs, risks, and timelines for DIY vs professional probate in Ireland.

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GuideBeneficiary Rights

Beneficiary Rights in Ireland: What You're Entitled To

What are your rights as a beneficiary of an Irish estate? A plain-English guide to receiving your inheritance, information rights, and payment timing.

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Beneficiary Rights

Rights of a Residuary Beneficiary in Ireland

Rights of a residuary beneficiary in Ireland: what the residue is, your right to estate accounts, and when you can expect to be paid your inheritance.

9 min read21 July 2026

Beneficiary Rights

How Inheritance Affects Means-Tested Social Welfare in Ireland

Inheritance and social welfare Ireland: how capital is assessed for means-tested payments, which disregards apply, and why you must tell the Department.

9 min read20 July 2026

Beneficiary Rights

Do You Inherit Debt in Ireland?

No — you don't personally inherit a loved one's debts in Ireland. Debts are paid from the estate first. Beneficiaries are not personally liable.

9 min read17 July 2026

Beneficiary Rights

Disclaiming an Inheritance in Ireland

You can refuse an inheritance in Ireland by disclaiming it. How a disclaimer works, where the gift goes, how it differs from assigning, and the tax effect.

9 min read16 July 2026

Beneficiary Rights

What to Do If the Executor Is Not Communicating or Delaying in Ireland

Executor not communicating Ireland? Understand timelines, the executor's year, how to request estate accounts, and your options if delay persists.

9 min read15 July 2026

Beneficiary Rights

Can a Beneficiary See the Will and Estate Accounts?

Can a beneficiary see the will in Ireland? What you can read before probate, why the will becomes public after a grant, and your right to estate accounts.

9 min read14 July 2026

Beneficiary Rights

When Does a Beneficiary Get Paid After Probate?

When does a beneficiary get paid in Ireland? The executor's year, why debts and tax come first, interim payments, and why the residue is paid last.

9 min read13 July 2026

Beneficiary Rights

What Is a Beneficiary Entitled To in Ireland?

What is a beneficiary entitled to in Ireland? Your gift, a fair and timely administration, and the executor's duty to account — explained in plain English.

9 min read10 July 2026