What documents are required for the legal representation of heirs under 18 years of age in a succession?

If the estate includes heirs under the age of 18, different documents must be submitted depending on the specific situation:

1- If the heirs are children of the deceased, a birth certificate for each minor must be submitted, or a notarized photocopy of the family record book.
2- If the heirs are not children of the deceased and only one parent is alive, both the minor’s birth certificate and the death certificate of the deceased parent must be submitted, as applicable.
3- If the heirs are not children of the deceased and both parents are alive, a recent birth certificate of the minor must be submitted. If the certificate does not indicate an agreement or court ruling regarding custody and parental authority, a sworn statement signed by both parents before a notary must be attached, clarifying whether they are separated and, if so, with whom the minor resides. It is essential to note that this sworn statement is not required if both parents act jointly in representing the minor.