Share Transmission
Transmission of shares on death/insolvency: legal heir submits succession certificate, Board approval. Share Transmission takes 5 steps over about 65 days.
Last updated: 10 August 2026
What is the timeline for Share Transmission?
5 steps over about 65 days. Each deadline below runs from the step before it.
| # | Step | Form filed | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Receive Transmission Documents | None | within 7 days |
| 2 | Verify Legal Documents | None | within 7 days |
| 3 | Board Approves Transmission | None | within 14 days |
| 4 | Update Register of Members | None | within 7 days |
| 5 | Issue New Share Certificates | None | within 30 days |
What are the steps, in order?
The 5 steps below run in order; the day counts show how long each one allows.
Receive Transmission Documents
Receive succession certificate / probate / letter of administration from legal heir.
Verify Legal Documents
Verify authenticity of succession certificate and identity of legal heir.
- Succession certificate verified
- Legal heir identity confirmed
Board Approves Transmission
Board approves transmission of shares to legal heir.
Update Register of Members
Record transmission in Register of Members.
- Register of Members updated
Issue New Share Certificates
Issue new share certificates in the name of the legal heir.
Every guide runs like this in OnCompliance: steps in order, dates in view, paperwork made for you at each step.
Common questions
How long does Share Transmission take?
About 65 days across 5 steps. The first step is: Receive Transmission Documents.
Can OnCompliance run Share Transmission for me?
Yes. OnCompliance runs the same steps in order, dates in view, with the paperwork made for you at each step.