Applying for Probate in the UK: Eligibility and Inheritance Tax Checks

Before You Apply

When applying for probate in the UK, the Probate Service will review your application. Before you begin, you must confirm that you are eligible to apply.

You should also find out whether you need to pay Inheritance Tax before applying for probate.

After You Apply

If you ordered copies of your probate document for use outside the UK, they will take longer to arrive than your UK copy.

If Your Right to Stay in the UK Depends on the Deceased

If your right to live in the UK depends on your relationship with someone who died, you might need to apply for a new visa. This may apply if your partner who died served as a member of HM Forces.