Will drafting and registration in the UAE
Turnkey Will Drafting in the UAE: Legal security, transparent procedures and protection of your family’s assets in the UAE
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Who is this service for?
For property (any) owners in the UAE
Processing time
from 5 days
All inclusive cost
from 2 750 USD
Who is this service relevant for?
Residents with assets in the UAE
Requirements:
Movable or immovable property, bank accounts, shares
Non-residents with assets in the UAE
Requirements:
Movable or immovable property, bank accounts, shares
! Comment from our specialist:
Firstly, it’s important to understand that a will is not necessarily a procedure tied to old age or illness. A will is, first and foremost, a guarantee of safeguarding your assets — and everyone who owns any assets in the UAE should have one. Especially if the assets are valuable.
This becomes important because, in the event of unforeseen circumstances, your property would be allocated under the laws of the Muslim world (even if you are a foreigner). Under those laws all your assets must go to the nearest adult male relative, and if none exist — to the state. If you have a will — exclusively to whom you wish.
There are two jurisdictional options for will registration.
- Under Sharia law – suitable primarily for Muslims.
- Under British law – a more familiar form for non-Muslim world representatives. In this case you can bequeath assets, for example, to your wife or sister.“
What’s included in our service package
Consultation and selection of the optimal will-drafting format
Preparation of all documents and approval of the will’s text with the client
Scheduling and conducting the court hearing; notarisation of the document by court
Complete legal support ― turnkey
All government fees and payments included in the price
We provide a comprehensive consultation on how to proceed with your assets after the service is completed
Steps and timings
Consultation
we study your case and determine the optimal action plan
1 day
Will drafting
we prepare documents and agree on the contents
3 days
Court procedures
hearing in court and document certification
2 days
Will is ready
you are covered in the unlikely event
2 days
How much does drafting a will cost?
Benefits of having a will
Protection of your assets:
In any unforeseen circumstances your assets (property, cars, business, stocks, deposits) stay with the people you choose.
No inheritance disputes
With a will, any future disputes between heirs are eliminated.
Ability to amend
Over time you’ll be able to return to the document and make changes if needed.
Faster inheritance process
Without a will the process may be long and expensive (lawsuits, attorneys, etc.). With a will — simple and fast.
Client problems
before approaching us
before approaching us
Lack of understanding of the UAE legal system
Language barrier and lack of translation
Calls dropped and refusal of responsibility
Errors when drafting a will
Issues with guardianship of children
Unreasonably high costs of drafting
Why do clients compare offers
and choose us?
and choose us?
We work under contract and no upfront payment for our services. You pay only upon task completion.
Honest & transparent pricing which includes all services and fees — no hidden payments.
We reduce your required stay in the UAE to 4 days in order to obtain the will.
Our lawyers have official court accreditation necessary for drafting and registering wills.
We can offer a wide range of additional services useful to any resident or business.
We stay connected after the service is completed, consulting you on any further issues.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the service
If I already have a will from my country?
It still may be necessary. A will drafted outside the UAE is not always recognised by local courts. In the UAE the local legislation applies, and without a will within the Emirates your property may be distributed under Sharia norms.
What can I include in a will?
- Real estate
- Bank accounts, investments, vehicles
- Business assets and company shares
- Provisions for children and guardianship
- Wishes regarding ceremony, charity, etc.
Can I appoint an heir who is not my relative?
Yes. You are free to appoint any person, including a friend, charitable fund or organisation. It is your will.
Can I appoint a guardian for my children in case of my death?
Yes. This is one of the key elements of a will in the UAE. You can designate both a primary and a backup guardian in advance — this protects your children from legal disputes and any uncertainty.
Can a will be contested?
If the will is drafted properly according to all rules, the risk of contesting is minimal. It is extremely important that the document is correctly prepared (which is what we handle).
Do I need to update my will regularly?
Updating a will makes sense when children are born, your family status changes, you acquire new assets (if you want to redistribute them), you change country or Emirate of residence.
Explain more about the difference in jurisdictions
A will drafted via Dubai Courts (Arabic form) is subject to Islamic law: you can allocate only 1/3 of your assets at will, the rest is distributed according to Sharia; the will is made in Arabic, and for non-Muslims does not guarantee full freedom of choice.
By contrast, a will under English law allows expats to fully control the distribution of all assets, appoint any heirs and guardians, is made in English and is governed by secular international law rather than Sharia. We recommend this option for non-Muslims.
By contrast, a will under English law allows expats to fully control the distribution of all assets, appoint any heirs and guardians, is made in English and is governed by secular international law rather than Sharia. We recommend this option for non-Muslims.
Office in Dubai: Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Оffice 311, Cayan Tower
E-mail info@visamarket.ae
Phone +971 58 549 71 71
Landline 04 276 43 40
E-mail info@visamarket.ae
Phone +971 58 549 71 71
Landline 04 276 43 40