Small Estate Affidavit - Nevada

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Claim qualifying personal property from a Nevada small estate. Claim qualifying personal property from a Nevada small estate.

About this Nevada small estate affidavit

Heirs can collect a Nevada decedent’s personal property (bank accounts, stocks, personal items) without probate if the estate in Nevada is worth no more than $25,000, or $150,000 if you are the surviving spouse (limits in effect since October 1, 2025, not counting registered motor vehicles). It cannot be used for Nevada real estate.

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Important notes from this Nevada packet

Filing a false affidavit is a felony in Nevada. Property you receive is subject to the decedent’s debts. Estates over the limit, or with Nevada real estate, need a court process. Talk to an attorney.

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Who this form is for

  • Claim qualifying personal property from a Nevada small estate.

What you'll need

  • Wait 40 days and get a death certificate The affidavit cannot be used until 40 days after death. Attach a certified copy of the death certificate.
  • Your packet, any required supporting documents and acceptable identification for the signing.

How to complete it

  1. Wait 40 days and get a death certificate The affidavit cannot be used until 40 days after death. Attach a certified copy of the death certificate.
  2. Give 14 days’ written notice Notify everyone with an equal or greater right to the property (for example, siblings) by personal service or certified mail, and wait 14 days.
  3. Confirm the estate qualifies Add up the gross value of the decedent’s Nevada property, excluding registered vehicles. No Nevada real estate allowed.
  4. Fill in each statement and the property list Read and complete every numbered statement. List each item and the share you claim.
  5. Sign under oath before a Nevada notary Do not sign ahead of time. Bring a current photo ID. Our Nevada-commissioned notaries come to you.
  6. Present it to each holder Give the affidavit and death certificate to the bank or other holder. Vehicles use the Nevada DMV’s own estate affidavit.

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