Disclaimer of inheritance
A formal declaration by which a person entitled to inherit rejects the inheritance in accordance with legal requirements.
What to bear in mind
Under the general Spanish Civil Code it requires a public instrument before a notary. Prior acceptance acts and civil and tax effects must be reviewed.
Preparing for your consultation
Gather the will or testamentary records, kinship documents and a list of assets and debts. Applicable law may vary because of regional civil-law affiliation (vecindad civil) or international elements.
Legal source
Spanish Civil Code, article 1008 · BOE (opens in a new tab)
Related content
General information on Spanish law. Application depends on the facts, current legislation and, where relevant, regional civil law or international rules. Reviewed: 26 October 2026.