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Matters in Poland After the Death of a Loved One: A Guide for the Polish Diaspora (Death Certificate, Consulate, Power of Attorney, Inheritance)

A guide for Poles living abroad who need to handle formalities in Poland after the death of a loved one, explaining how to remotely obtain a Polish death certificate, when a transcription of a foreign certificate is needed, how apostille and sworn translation work, how the consulate can assist, and how to establish a power of attorney for inheritance, ZUS, and banking matters from abroad, along with a table of issues, where and how from abroad, and inheritance and tax deadlines.

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Bank Account After the Death of a Spouse: What Happens to the Money, How to Secure Yourself, and What Needs to Be Returned

After the death of a loved one, the account may be blocked, powers of attorney cease to function, and some benefits from ZUS must be returned, leading to panic; this guide explains what happens to individual and joint accounts, what a death benefit disposition is, what needs to be returned to ZUS, how the family can find all accounts of the deceased, and how to secure loved ones during their lifetime, all referencing the regulations.