Even with a will: Ukrainians were shown what cannot be inherited in 2025.

Inheritance transmission in Ukraine: what to know

When inheriting, Ukrainians must consider legal restrictions and nuances. The Civil Code of Ukraine clearly defines the rights and obligations that cannot be transferred to heirs, as well as individuals who may be deprived of the right to inheritance.

According to the Civil Code of Ukraine, along with the property, the heir may inherit the debts of the deceased relative, so it is important to investigate all details before accepting the inheritance.

'Along with the property, heirs may also inherit some debts of the deceased relative, so it is crucial to analyze all details carefully before accepting the inheritance,'

Article 1219 of the Civil Code of Ukraine (CCU) specifies that the rights and obligations that cannot be inherited include: membership in organizations, the right to compensation for harm to health, certain types of debts and credits, personal non-property rights, the right to alimony, pensions, and social assistance.

The law pays special attention to individuals who may be deprived of the right to inheritance.

'Spouses whose marriage is declared invalid; individuals who prevented the drawing up of the will; parents who have been deprived of parental rights and have not restored them before the death of the testator; individuals who intentionally deprived the testator of life or attempted to do so, and those who refused to care for the testator in a state of helplessness lose the right to inheritance,'