Dear Learned Members,
Recently I visited a lawyer who advised me that succession certificate can be applied from anywhere in India, no matter where the property is. However, I believe that he is wrong.
I need to apply for Succession Certificate to claim money in PPF account of my late father. Currently following is my condition:
1. Deceased Account in State A, City X
2. Our permanent Residence State A, City Y
(X and Y are cities of same state)
3. My job State B, City Z.
Request you to kindly guide me on the following:
(a) Can I apply for succession in StateB, City Z where my job is?
(b) If not, then can I apply atleast in high court bench in State A, City Y where my permanent residence is?
The thing is the city where the account is about 700kms away from my permanent residence and nobody lives there.
Your advice shall be appreciated.
Thanks.
Regards,
AK
