Lawyer-approved wills, power of attorney, and living wills for all 9 South African provinces. Compliant with the Wills Act. Save up to R15,000 vs. an attorney.
Documents are tailored to South African succession law under the Wills Act 7 of 1953
Without a will, the Intestate Succession Act decides who inherits — not you. Executor's fees (up to 3.5% + VAT of your estate) still apply, and SARS Estate Duty (20% above R3.5m) can take a significant portion. A will protects your family and your legacy.
All documents comply with South African succession law and are lawyer-approved
Distribute your estate exactly as you wish. Name guardians for your children. Appoint an executor. Compliant with the Wills Act 7 of 1953.
Appoint a trusted person to manage your financial and legal affairs if you are incapacitated — preventing costly court intervention.
Record your end-of-life healthcare preferences in advance. Give your family and medical team clear direction during a crisis.
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Store account details, contacts, and important instructions securely — so your executor and family can find everything they need.
Leave personal letters, heartfelt messages, or specific instructions for the people who matter most to you.
Yes. LegalWills.co.za documents comply with the Wills Act 7 of 1953. A properly signed and witnessed will is fully legally valid in South Africa and can be lodged with the Master of the High Court.
A South African will requires two competent witnesses who are present when you sign. Witnesses must be over 14 years old and cannot be beneficiaries of the will or spouses of beneficiaries.
Your estate is distributed according to the Intestate Succession Act 81 of 1987 — which may not reflect your wishes. Unmarried partners may receive nothing. Executor's fees (up to 3.5% + VAT) and SARS Estate Duty still apply regardless.
SARS levies Estate Duty at 20% on dutiable estates above R3.5 million (30% above R30 million). A properly drafted will — including spousal bequests and trust planning — can significantly reduce your estate duty liability.
Yes — LegalWills.co.za offers free lifetime updates. Marriage, divorce, new children, or property acquisitions are all reasons to update your will, and you can do so at any time at no extra charge.
Yes, if you have South African assets. A SA will covers your local estate. For overseas assets, we recommend an Expatriate Will — specifically designed for South Africans and others living outside their home country.
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