The Kentucky Inheritance Tax, a financial responsibility for estates exceeding specific thresholds, encompasses a comprehensive suite of forms and instructions, revised as of February 2018, to aid executors, administrators, and beneficiaries in navigating posthumous fiscal duties. Notably, the Commonwealth of Kentucky's Department of Revenue, integral to the Finance and Administration Cabinet, administers these obligations with a commitment to fairness, courtesy, and efficiency. For deaths occurring on or after January 1, 2005, the requirement to file an Inheritance Tax Return hinges on the estate's composition and the beneficiary's relationship to the deceased; assets passing to exempt beneficiaries or to certain organizations, under specific statutes, may obviate this need. However, an Affidavit of Exemption is obligatory in instances negating the necessity of a tax return, providing a streamlined path for estates that bypass potential tax due by virtue of their beneficiaries or the absence of a requisite Federal Estate and Gift Tax Return. Supporting documents within the packet—ranging from "No Tax Due" returns to Real Estate Valuation Information Forms—equip stakeholders with the necessary tools for a meticulous and compliant submission. Moreover, provisions for elective deferrals and installment payments demystify complexities around financial executions, affirming Kentucky's inheritance tax process as both adaptable and navigable.
| Question | Answer |
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| Form Name | Kentucky Inheritance Tax Forms Form |
| Form Length | 56 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
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| Avg. time to fill out | 14 min |
| Other names | state of kentucky estate forms, ky estate forms, ky inheritance tax form, kentucky inheritance tax short form |
Kentucky
Inheritance and Estate Tax
Forms and Instructions
COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY
DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
For Dates of Death on or After January 1, 2005
(Revised February, 2018)
Kentucky Department of Revenue
Mission Statement
As part of the Finance and Administration Cabinet, the mission of the Kentucky Department of Revenue is to administer tax laws, collect revenue, and provide services in a fair, courteous, and efficient manner for the benefit of the Commonwealth and its citizens.
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The Kentucky Department of Revenue does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information or ancestry in employment or the provision of services.
NOTICE
If all taxable assets pass to exempt beneficiaries and a Federal Estate and Gift Tax Return is not required, it is not necessary to file an InheritanceTax Return with the Kentucky Department of Revenue. An affidavit of exemption will be accepted for the final settlement and closing of the administration of an estate. If inheritance tax is due the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Form 92A200 or 92A205 should be used.
The affidavit of exemption is to be filed only with the court. Do not send a copy of the affidavit to the Kentucky Department of Revenue.
Sample Affidavit of Exemption
AFFIDAVIT OF EXEMPTION
Affiant ____________________________ , being first duly sworn, states that he/she is fiduciary or beneficiary of the
estate of _______________________________ , who died on the _______ day of __________________ , _______ , a resident
of _________________________ County, Kentucky.
Affiant states that all assets of the estate pass to exempt beneficiaries pursuant to Kentucky Revised Statute 140.080* or exempt organizations pursuant to Kentucky Revised Statute 140.060** either by virtue of the decedent’s will, the intestate laws of this state, or by contract (survivorship, payable on death, trust, etc.).
Affiant further states that a Kentucky Inheritance Tax Return will not be filed since no death tax is due the state and a Federal Estate and Gift Tax Return (Form 706) is not required to be filed because the gross estate is less than the required amount set out in Section 2010(c) of the Internal Revenue Code. This affidavit is being submitted to satisfy the requirements of Kentucky Revised Statute 395.605.
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Signature
Witness my hand this ________ day of __________________________ , __________ .
Sworn and subscribed to before me by _____________________________________
this _______ day of ____________________________________________ , __________ .
______________________________________________________ Notary Public
My commission expires______________________________________
*Exempt beneficiaries under KRS 140.080 include spouse, children, stepchildren, grandchildren, parent, brother, and sister.
**Exempt organizations include educational, religious or other institutions, societies, or associations, whose sole purpose is to carry on charitable, educational, or religious work. Also, cities, towns or public institutions in this state qualify as exempt organizations provided that any transfer to such an organization is for public purposes.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
INHERITANCE AND ESTATE TAX FORMS
No Tax Due Return (resident and nonresident) and Instructions (Form 92A201) Inheritance Tax Return (resident and nonresident) (Form 92A200)
Inheritance Tax Return (short form) (resident and nonresident) (Form 92A205) Real Estate Valuation Information Form (Form 92A204)
Election to Qualify Terminable Interest Property and/or Power of Appointment Property (Form 92A936) Election to Defer the Payment of Inheritance Tax Through Installments (Form 92A928)
Affidavit of Exemption (Form 92A300) Inheritance Tax Table for Resident Decedent Inheritance Tax Table for Nonresident Decedent Blanket Consent
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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Supplemental Documents |
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Payment of Tax |
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Discount |
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Installment Payments |
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Interest |
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Penalties |
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Property to be Included on the Return |
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Valuation of |
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Deductions |
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Federal Estate Tax |
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Qualified Terminable Interest Property (QTIP) and/or Powers of Appointment (POA) |
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Property Previously Taxed |
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Example of Credit for Previously Taxed Property |
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Distribution |
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Exemptions for Beneficiaries of a Resident Decedent |
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Exemptions for Beneficiaries of a Nonresident Decedent |
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Bequest of Tax |
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Property Set Aside Under KRS 391.030(1)(c) |
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Estate Tax |
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Value of a Life Estate |
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Amended Return |
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Acceptance Letter |
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Protest and Appeal |
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Helpful Hints |
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Where to Obtain Assistance |
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Reporting of Intangible Property Tax |
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Fiduciary Return |
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Office of the Taxpayer Ombudsman |
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Website for Forms |
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Definitions |
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Taxpayer Service Centers Locations and Phone Numbers |
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Kentucky Taxpayers Bill of Rights |
inside back cover |
INHERITANCE AND ESTATE TAX FORMS IN THIS PACKET
The forms in this packet should only be used if the date of death occurred on or after January 1, 2005.The forms may be dupli- cated on a computer and the space allocated for each item may be decreased or increased depending on the amount of space required. The forms may be used for a decedent who was a resident or a nonresident of Kentucky.
If all taxable assets pass to exempt beneficiaries and a Federal Estate and Gift Tax Return is not required, it is not neces- sary to file an Inheritance Tax Return with the Kentucky Department of Revenue (DOR). An Affidavit of Exemption will be accepted for the final settlement and closing of the administration of an estate. If inheritance tax or estate tax is due the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Form 92A200 or 92A205 should be used.
If the date of death occurred prior to January 1, 2005, contact the Financial Tax Section, Department of Revenue, Station 61, 501 High Street, Frankfort, KY
Three forms are included in this booklet. Choose one unless an Affidavit of Exemption is used.
1.No Tax Due Return (Form 92A201)
This return may be used for an estate (Kentucky resident or nonresident) if: (1) there is no Kentucky inheritance tax due, (2) the date of death is on or after January 1, 2005, and (3) the entire estate passes to beneficiaries listed in the following group either by contract (survivorship, payable on death, trust, etc.), the decedents will, or the intestate laws of this state:
(1)Surviving spouse, parent
(2)Child (adult or infant)
child by blood, stepchild, child adopted during infancy, or child adopted during adulthood who was reared by the decedent during infancy
(3) Grandchild
issue of child, stepchild, child adopted during infancy, or of a child adopted during adulthood who was reared by decedent during infancy
(4) Brother, sister (whole or half)
Refer to KRS 140.080 for (1) through (4) above
(5) Exempt
Exempt organizations include educational, religious or other institutions, societies, or associations, whose sole purpose is to carry on charitable, educational, or religious work. Also, cities, towns or public institutions in this state qualify as exempt organizations provided that any transfer to such an organization is for public purposes.
2.Inheritance Tax Return (Form 92A200)
This return must be used for an estate (resident or nonresident) when: (1) the date of death is on or after January 1, 2005, and (2) any assets of the estate pass to taxable beneficiaries or taxable organizations, or when Forms 92A201 and 92A205 do not apply.
Instructions are on the back of each schedule.
3.Inheritance Tax Return (Short Form) (Form 92A205)
This return may be used for an estate (Kentucky resident or nonresident) when : (1) a federal estate tax return is not re- quired to be filed, (2) the assets of the estate consist of 10 items or less, (3) no gifts or transfers where made within three years of death without full consideration, (4) no real or personal property was transferred with a retained life interest, (5) the decedent did not possess any power to appoint any real or personal property or have the use of any qualified terminable interest property, and (6) the decedent had not received any real or personal property from another decedent within five years and paid inheritance tax on the property.
92A201
Commonwealth of Kentucky
DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
Kentucky Inheritance
Tax Return
NO TAX DUE
FOR DEPARTMENT USE ONLY
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This return may be used if: (1) there is no Kentucky inheritance tax due, (2) the date of death is on or after January 1, 2005, and
(3)the entire estate passes to beneficiaries listed in the following groups either by contract (survivorship, payable on death, trust, etc.), the decedent’s will, or the intestate laws of this state:
(1)Surviving spouse, parent
(2)Child (adult or infant)
child by blood, stepchild, child adopted during infancy,
or a child adopted during adulthood who was reared by decedent during infancy
(3)Grandchild
issue of child by blood, stepchild, child adopted during infancy,
or of a child adopted during adulthood who was reared by decedent during infancy
(4)Brother, sister (whole or half)
Refer to KRS 140.080 for (1) through (4) above
(5)Exempt
Exempt organizations include educational, religious or other institutions, societies, or associations, whose sole purpose is to carry on charitable, educational, or religious work. Also, cities, towns or public institutions in this state qualify as exempt organizations provided that any transfer to such an organization is for public purposes.
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Did the decedent have a will? No Yes If Yes, attach a copy of the will.
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Schedules for listing property (real and personal) and beneficiaries are on the reverse side of this form. Listing of property is optional. Listing of beneficiaries and their relationship is required.
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Under criminal penalties, I declare that this return, including accompanying documents, has been examined by me, and is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, correct and complete.
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Mail to: Kentucky Department of Revenue, Frankfort, Kentucky 40620