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Wills in Abu Dhabi

At NEXO Services FZE LLC, we offer expert assistance in drafting and registering Wills in Abu Dhabi

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    3 Simple Steps

    Prepare and register your DIFC Wills from the convenience of your home

    Step 1

    Choose your package and place order

    Step 2

    We will prepare your Will(s)

    Step 3

    Registration with Abu Dhabi Judicial Department

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    Process

    Step 1 – Drafting of your Wills

    Your draft will be prepared in four (4) days of the date of the order.

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    Step 2 – Review and amendments

    You will need to review the draft(s) and confirm. In case if you require any amendments, we will make those amendments and Finalise the draft(s) after your approval. We will also carry out the Arabic translation at this stage.

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    Step 3 – Registration

    The registration of Wills in Abu Dhabi is carried out at the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department. The registration process is carried out either is very quick and takes about 30 mins to complete during the visit to the Notary Public offices.

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    About Wills in Abu Dhabi

    What are Wills in Abu Dhabi?

    Wills in Abu Dhabi are prepared and registered for non-Muslims either residing in Abu Dhabi, any other Emirate or outside the UAE. ADJD Wills cover assets throughout the UAE. The Wills are drafted in English and Arabic languages are registered with the Wills Registration Office established at the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department in Abu Dhabi.

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    What are the benefits of registering Wills in Abu Dhabi?

    Here are some of the benefits of registering ADJD Wills in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi: Choose your beneficiaries and avoid the application of Shariah Law to your estate. Nominate guardians for your children below the age of 21. Nominate your executor(s) who will execute the Will after death. The probate for Wills in Abu Dhabi is carried out at Abu Dhabi Judicial Department.

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    What is the legislative framework for Wills in Abu Dhabi or ADJD Wills?

    ADJD Wills are written and registered pursuant Federal Law No. 5 of 1985 relating to Civil Transactions.

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    Key Features

    Here are some of the key features of Wills in Abu Dhabi
    • Eligibility Criteria

      Non-Muslim over the age of 21 years.

    • Laws

      Federal Law No. 5 of 1985 relating to Civil Transactions.

    • Amendments
      Amendments to the Wills can be made at any point after registration. The amended Wills are re-registered to effect the amendments.
    • Registration

      Registration can either be done by visiting the offices of Wills Registration Office at Abu Dhabi Judicial Department or through video conferencing.

    • Residency Requirements

      Any non-Muslim having either assets or family in the UAE can register Wills in Abu Dhabi. For registration through video conferencing, the testator must either be a UAE resident or is in the UAE on a visit visa.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    A DIFC Will is a last will and testament prepared and registered with the DIFC Courts Wills Service Centre by any non-Muslim over the age of 21 years.
     
    A Single Will is one (1) Will written by either a single person or something married where the other spouse does not have any assets under his/her name.
     
    DIFC Wills provide complete freedom to the testators to distribute their assets according to their own wishes. The testators can also appoint guardians for children below the age of 21 years.
     
    DIFC Wills can either be registered with the DIFC Courts Wills Service Centre or RAKICC.
     
    Yes, assets in other countries can also be included in the DIFC Wills. However, it is done on a case by case basis subject to appropriate legal advice.
     
    The registration fee for an amended Will is AED 550 plus VAT.
     
    A beneficiary is a person who receives the estate of the deceased through a Will. A testator can choose any number of primary or alternate beneficiaries in a DIFC Will.
     
    A guardian is a person who takes care of the person and property of a child below the age of 21 years. The appointment of guardian is carried out by the parent through the Will.
     
    Typically, the second parent is appointed as the guardian of minor children. However, to cover a situation where both parents pass away together, it is recommended that at least two (2) alternate guardians are appointed in Will.
     
    An executor is a person who is appointed in the Will to act as an executor of the Will after the death of the deceased. The executor ensures that the named beneficiaries are given their entitlements towards the estate of the deceased.
     
    It is common for married individuals to appoint their spouses as primary executors in their Wills.  However, to cover a situation where both parents pass away together, it is recommended that at least two (2) alternate executors are appointed in Will.
     
    The timeframe for the probate of a DIFC Will after death is expected to be about 1-3 weeks.
     
    A DIFC Will is written and registered in English. It is registered at the DIFC Wills Service Centre. In contrast, a Dubai Court Will is bilingual (English and Arabic) and is notarised/registered before the Notary Public. The registration costs of these two Wills also vary. Get in touch with us to find out the pricing details.
     
    Preparing a DIFC Will involves two(2) steps. The first step is drafting where your Will is written based on your requirements and circumstances. The second step is registration where you will sign the Will along with two (2) testators.
     
    As the testator of your Will, you can appoint your spouse, family member, or a friend as an executor. You must ensure that the individual you choose is trustworthy and reliable for being entrusted with the responsibility of executing your Will. Additionally, the executor must be over 21 years of age, and should have no past crime record.
     

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