Hello,

Spanish Banks are legally bound by the regulations in relation to Inheritance matters to block those accounts that hold funds in the name of a deceased person until there is documented proof of the IHT payment. This can be proven by:

- Death certificate
- Last will certificate
- Deeds of inheritance transfer
- Stamped Inheritance tax form

Most banks will only release the funds if these can be transferred to an account which holder is the heir. After that, the previous account will be cancelled.

I recommend you to check with your solicitor that these documents have been submitted at the bank, and if so, file a complaint so the funds are released at the earliest.

Regards,