Intestate succession
Succession under statutory rules where an effective will is absent for all or part of an estate, among other circumstances.
What to bear in mind
The order of relatives and a spouse's rights depend on the applicable succession law. Kinship does not guarantee a particular share.
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 912 · 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.