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    Mar 6, 2010, 11:28 AM
    How to claim an inheritance from abroad
    One of my relatives has died in malaysia and left behind a considerable amount of money. How do I go about claiming it as I am the only known relative?
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    Mar 6, 2010, 12:57 PM

    I would contact the U.S. counsular affairs office in Malaysia and ask them to refer you to someone.

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