New York State Estate Tax Certification is a document issued by the state of New York that certifies that an estate tax return has been filed and the taxes due have been paid. It is a requirement for the transfer of real property in New York. There are two types of New York State Estate Tax Certification: Type A and Type B. Type A is used when the decedent died on or after April 1, 2019, and Type B is used when the decedent died between April 1, 2014, and March 31, 2019. The certification must be obtained from the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. It is important to note that the certification must be obtained prior to the transfer of the real property in order for the transfer to be considered valid.




