Will custody service
Your will, our protection.
Secure your Legacy.
Keeping your Will safely protected and readily accessible so your loved ones can carry out your wishes with ease and confidence
Peace of mind, stored safely with us.
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While custody arrangements aren’t necessary for everyone, reviewing your Will is something everyone should consider. As your circumstances evolve, keeping your Will up to date ensures your wishes are clearly and accurately reflected.
For your convenience, we also offer complimentary home visits at the moment.
*Applicable to existing clients within two years of their last Will prepared by us.
Common questions on Will Custody
Having a Will alone does not address all estate administration matters. Your appointed executor must be aware of the location of your original Will in order to apply for a Grant of Probate. This grant is required for the executor to lawfully administer your estate. Without the original Will, the executor may encounter difficulties and delays in making the application.
Proper Will custody in Singapore is therefore essential and should be taken seriously. Your Will should be kept in a secure location where it is protected from loss, destruction, or tampering. A Will that has been tampered with or destroyed may complicate the application for a Grant of Probate and could potentially result in legal disputes regarding the validity of the Will.
Ultimately, it gives you and your loved ones peace of mind knowing your wishes are always safe and accessible.
While it is possible to keep your Will at home, it may be misplaced, damaged, or inadvertently discarded if it is not stored securely. Your executor must also know the exact location of the original Will to avoid delays when applying for a Grant of Probate.
By keeping your Will with us, you ensure secure storage and easy retrieval of the original document, giving your executor clarity and allowing the estate administration process to proceed smoothly when needed.
The Wills Registry in Singapore does not store original Wills. Instead, it collects certain information from the testator, including:
Personal details of the testator
The date of the Will (important if there are previous Wills or amendments)
Details of the Will preparer.
The location where the original Will is kept
It is important to note that the original Will is required when applying for a Grant of Probate. Therefore, secure storage of the original document, either at home in a safe location or with a professional custody service like WeWills Legacy, is essential.