What happens to your BitGo accounts when you die
Covers 8 crypto, and 1 lending accounts — all transfer through probate
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BitGo does not currently support beneficiary designations, transfer-on-death registrations, or trust account titling on any account type. All BitGo accounts pass through the estate at death and may require probate.
When an account holder dies, the executor or administrator will need to contact BitGo with a death certificate and legal authority documents to claim account balances. The process and required documents are covered on the death claim page.
Required Documents
- Complete trust agreement or certificate of trust
- Trust Tax Identification Number (EIN)
- Government-issued identification for all trustees
- Proof of trust formation and good standing
- Corporate resolution or trustee authorization (if applicable)
- Completed KYC/AML documentation for all authorized signers
Special Requirements
- BitGo Bank & Trust, N.A. holds fiduciary authority under its OCC national trust bank charter, which enables it to serve as a qualified custodian for trust-held assets. Contact BitGo directly to discuss trust custody arrangements, as the process may differ from standard institutional onboarding. Self-custody wallets require separate key management planning to ensure trustees can access assets.
Sources
Data sourced from BitGo primary sources (21 pages reviewed). How we research.
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