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Inheritance and land, plainly explained

Practical explanations without legal jargon — what to check, how to read a land title extract, and what to do if there's a possible match.

1
Basics
How to find out you've inherited land you don't know about
Three steps that don't take long and cost nothing — from the SPF list to probate proceedings.
5 min read
2
Data sources
What the list of unidentified SPF owners is
What it actually contains, what's missing, and why a name match is always just a starting point.
4 min read
3
Procedures
How supplementary probate proceedings work
When it applies, who can file the petition, and exactly what it must contain.
4 min read
4
Concepts
Land title extract – what it means and how to read it
Sections A, B, C explained simply, and how to request your own extract.
3 min read
5
Data sources
Electronic notice board – how to check if probate is underway
The second key source alongside the SPF list — where probate proceedings are actually published.
4 min read
6
Basics
Who inherits by law – inheritance groups explained
Four inheritance groups under the law — and why it helps to know them before you start searching.
4 min read
7
Data sources
Securities after a deceased relative – checking a CDCP account
Shares and bonds get inherited too — and families often have no idea they exist.
3 min read
8
Practical
How much probate proceedings cost
Notary fees, court fees, and why there's no inheritance tax in Slovakia.
4 min read
9
Practical
Inherited debts? How it works
Liability for debts, renouncing an inheritance, and deadlines you can't afford to miss.
4 min read
10
Basics
Escheat – what happens to property with no heirs
This is exactly why properties from the SPF list eventually pass to the state.
4 min read

Frequently asked questions

Is the search on zdedilsom.sk free?

Yes, searching the list of unidentified SPF owners is free and requires no registration.

Do you store the data I enter?

No. The name is only used to search the SPF list via our API. The result is shown only to you; we do not store any search history.

Does a name match mean I've really inherited something?

No. It is always only a possible match, which needs to be verified with a notary or in court — the tool does not confirm it for you.

Where does the data come from?

From the list of unidentified owners of the Slovak Land Fund, which is updated twice a year.

Does zdedilsom.sk provide legal advice?

No. This is an informational tool, not a law firm. For a specific legal course of action we recommend a notary or attorney.

What if my ancestors also lived in the Czech Republic?

Given the shared history of Czechoslovakia, many families have roots on both sides of the border. For the Czech side, a similar tool is available at zdediljsem.cz.

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