In its simplest form, A Will is a judicial record. These are the Legal papers that contain a decision of the granter. According to which, their assets are distributed among their beneficiaries after their death. It can also include the names of dependents or even list the assets and locations of assets belonging to the testator.
Why You Should Register a UAE Will
It is beneficial for individuals who live in the UAE to register their Will before death. In the absence of a valid UAE Will, the assets of a foreigner who dies in the UAE are frozen according to UAE Law.
The assets left behind after a foreigner’s death are administered and distributed according to Sharia law. So, the family will be required to follow Shariah Law procedures. There are many misconceptions about the Shariah Law in the UAE, such as who receives what? It is a fact that most Non-Muslims neither know nor understand the requirements and distribution.
It is preferable for Non-Muslims living in the UAE to select their Beneficiaries according to their own wishes. A Will also provides complete freedom to choose how and when the assets are distributed to the Beneficiaries.
Importance of Will
If an individual has either family or assets in the UAE, it is strongly recommended to establish their Will in order to avoid any unwanted actions upon their death – such as Bank Account blocking, or frozen investments, Quarrels within the family in relation to the division of assets, Guardianship issues for youngsters, and the Cancellation of dependant visas.
Register a Will in the UAE
Writing a will in the UAE is regarded as a difficult task for foreigners. But this reputation is no longer justified. Shallon CSP professional experts will assist you with everything related to the writing of a will. For more detail contact us…..
When creating a Will in the UAE, it is usually advisable to consult a professional to ensure that all rules and regulations are followed. Shallon CSP is officially registered with the DIFC Courts Wills and Wills Service Centre.
Before drafting a Will, an individual must check to confirm they are eligible and that their wishes are allowable under both the DIFC Law and UAE Public Policy laws. The DIFC Rules are in English and undoubtedly more straightforward than the Sharia law, it is still vital that the Will is drafted in such a manner that it can clearly be interpreted according to the DIFC laws. For this reason, whilst a Non-Muslim can prepare their own Will, it is strongly recommended that they utilise the services of a professional for this purpose. Prior to registration the Will must be reviewed and approved by the DIFC Courts Registrar.
Drafting Your Will
This is the most complex phase in the process of registering the Will. However, with our guidance, we can aim to make this as straightforward as possible. This involves identifying your Beneficiaries, your Executor, appointing a Guardian to minor children, and clearly specifying the division of your estate between Beneficiaries – including planning for the event where a Beneficiary fails to survive you.
Our team are experienced and can prepare the Will according to your requirements.
Registering the Will
At the time of the registration process, which can now be completed remotely from any location in the world. We provide both required witnesses within our fee and we take care of the logistics of registration on your behalf.
The only part of the registration process which requires input from you is to click on the video link, confirm your identity and electronically sign the Will.
Final Step
After you have completed all of the stages, your will is registered in the DIFC Courts Wills and Wills Service Centre.
Requirements for Will Registration
- As a client to register your Will through Shallon CSP you have to be a Non-Muslim.
- As a client to register your DIFC Will in UAE You must be over 21 years old.
- As a client to register your DIFC You should either reside in or have assets in the UAE.
Benefits of Registering your Will with us
As a Registered Wills and Wills Service Centre lawyer, Shallon CSP has extensive experience in drafting and advising on all aspects of a DIFC Will.
- The process for remote registration of a DIFC will be straightforward with us.
- Shallon CSP offers a free preliminary consultation to assist you in effectively registering a Will.
- Our Wills are written in English and the official language of the DIFC is english. There is no need for an expensive translation of the Will.
- Our fee includes the provision of two witnesses at the registration meeting, and simple future amendments to the Will We do not charge an additional fee for making simple amendments.
Non-Muslims residing in the United Arab Emirates can now testate with confidence, clarity, and independence thanks to the DIFC Courts Wills and Wills Service Centre.
We would be pleased to answer any questions with respect to the options available when drafting a DIFC Will, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Shallon CSP……
FAQ About UAE WILLS in Dubai
Luckily yes! The Will registration process can now be completed by Shallon CSP from any location worldwide. The DIFC Will can be executed electronically on a video link through the DIFC Courts Portal.
Yes, a DIFC Will is only valid after it has been fully registered.
All assets will be divided according to Sharia Law if there is no Will. And there are many misconceptions about the Shariah Law in the UAE, such as who receives what.
A rough estimation of the total cost of registering Will varied between AED 10,000 – 17,000. Our fees are competitive and there are no hidden charges. We do not charge service fees or additional fees to provide the required witnesses, or even to make minor amendments at a future date. For more detail contact us…
