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Inheritance planning in the UAE

Open pricing. The final quote is fixed in writing before work starts.

If you own assets in the UAE - property, bank accounts, shares in local companies - it makes sense to decide in advance how they will pass to your heirs. Without a will, succession in the UAE follows local rules, and the outcome can differ significantly from what the owner assumed. This service is for people who live in the Emirates or hold meaningful assets there and want a predictable outcome for their family.

We work in two scenarios. If there is no will and the estate already needs to be administered, we support the probate process: helping gather documents, dealing with the court and government bodies, and coordinating the transfer of assets to the heirs. If the goal is prevention, we prepare a will through the DIFC Wills Service: we discuss your assets and wishes, draft the text and arrange registration. The DIFC registration fee is paid separately.

Fees

ServicePrice
UAE probate support (no will)$66 000
Will drafting via DIFC Wills Service$11 000
DIFC will registration government feefrom 5 000 AED

Prices are indicative and cover our work on a typical case. We confirm the exact quote in writing after a short call - you know the final number before we start. Government fees and bank tariffs are billed separately unless explicitly included.

FAQ

Why do I need a DIFC will if I already have one in another country?
A foreign will may not work in the UAE the way you expect, as local courts are not bound to apply it directly. A will registered with the DIFC Wills Service is drafted for the UAE from the start and makes things simpler for your heirs.
What happens to UAE assets if there is no will?
The estate goes through probate under local rules, and the outcome may not match what the family expected. We support this process: assisting with documents, dealing with the court and coordinating the transfer of assets.
Which assets can a DIFC will cover?
Primarily assets located in the UAE: real estate, bank accounts, company shares. We define the exact scope during a consultation, based on your assets and family situation.

Don’t want to figure this out alone?

We handle the whole process end to end: we look at your task, propose options and fix the quote in writing before work starts. Leave your details and the right specialist will get back to you. The first consultation is free.

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