The following is required for transfer of a security from a foreign decedent in addition to a Medallion Signature Guarantee (MSG)*:
- A Transfer Certificate (federal tax waiver, Form 5173)
Unless the following applies:
- United States Executor or administrator is appointed for the foreign decedent with respect to the property; or
- (i) the decedent was not a citizen of the United States;
(ii) the death occurred on or after January 1, 1977; and
(iii) the entire gross estate in the United States at the time of death was not valued over $60,000.00.
Then, Broadridge will require the following:
- A copy of the court appointment documents naming the United States Executor or administrator; or
- A written statement from the foreign executor, administrator, or other acceptable person to the effect that the above-referenced qualifiers correspond to the decedent.
*Broadridge, as a member of the Securities Transfer Association, processes transfers according to the guidelines of the said institution with respect to the applicable subject matter. Therefore, the above information is subject to change.