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A Letter of Administration is a court-issued document that gives someone legal authority to handle a deceased person's estate in Denmark when they died without a valid will. The Danish probate court (Skifteretten) issues these letters to appoint an administrator, usually a close family member or legal representative.

This crucial document lets the administrator collect assets, pay debts, and distribute property according to Danish inheritance law. Banks, government agencies, and other institutions require it as proof of authority before allowing access to the deceased's accounts or property. Under Danish estate law, administrators must follow strict rules about asset valuation, tax payments, and beneficiary distributions.

You need a Letter of Administration when handling the estate of someone who died without a will in Denmark. This becomes urgent when dealing with banks, pension companies, or government offices that require proof of your authority to manage the deceased's affairs.

The Danish probate court typically issues these letters to the nearest relative or designated representative. Getting this document early helps avoid delays in accessing accounts, selling property, or distributing assets. It's especially important when the estate includes business interests, multiple properties, or complex financial arrangements that need immediate attention to prevent value loss or legal complications.

• Standard Letter (Almindelig skifteretsattest): The basic form issued when there's a clear next of kin and relatively simple estate
• Business Administration Letter (Erhvervsskifteretsattest): Specifically for estates involving business ownership or commercial interests
• International Estate Letter (International skifteretsattest): Used when the deceased had assets in multiple countries, includes certified translations
• Limited Authority Letter (Begrænset skifteretsattest): Grants restricted powers for handling specific parts of an estate
• Temporary Administration Letter (Midlertidig skifteretsattest): Issues provisional authority pending final determinations

• Estate Administrator: The person granted authority by the Letter of Administration to manage the deceased's affairs and distribute assets
• Danish Probate Court (Skifteretten): Issues and validates the Letter of Administration, oversees the estate process
• Family Members: Often serve as administrators or receive assets as legal heirs under Danish inheritance law
• Financial Institutions: Accept the Letter as proof of authority for accessing accounts and managing assets
• Legal Advisors: Help administrators understand their duties and navigate complex estate matters

• Death Certificate: Obtain an official death certificate from Danish authorities
• Family Details: Gather information about all immediate family members and potential heirs
• Asset Inventory: Create a detailed list of the deceased's property, accounts, and debts
• Identity Verification: Prepare your own ID and documentation showing your relationship to the deceased
• Court Application: Submit required forms to the local Skifteret (probate court), including proof there's no valid will
• Documentation Review: Our platform helps ensure all mandatory elements are included, minimizing errors and delays

• Court Information: Official letterhead and case number from the Danish probate court (Skifteret)
• Deceased Details: Full name, CPR number, last address, and date of death
• Administrator Details: Full name, CPR number, and relationship to the deceased
• Scope of Authority: Clear outline of powers granted to handle estate matters
• Asset Overview: Basic description of the estate's known assets and liabilities
• Legal Framework: Reference to relevant Danish inheritance law provisions
• Official Validation: Court seal, date of issuance, and authorized signature

A Letter of Administration differs significantly from a Letter of Authority in Danish legal practice. While both documents grant someone power to act on behalf of another, their contexts and powers are quite different.

• Timing and Trigger: Letters of Administration only come into effect after death and require court approval, while Letters of Authority can be created during someone's lifetime and don't need court involvement
• Scope of Powers: Letters of Administration specifically cover estate management and asset distribution, while Letters of Authority can grant limited or broad powers for specific transactions or general affairs
• Duration: Letters of Administration last until estate settlement completion, while Letters of Authority can have flexible durations and be revoked by the grantor
• Legal Requirements: Letters of Administration must follow strict probate court rules, while Letters of Authority have more flexible formatting and witnessing requirements under Danish law