Will registration in Dubai & Abu Dhabi - Protect What Matters Most

As an expat in the UAE, your estate will not automatically go to the people you love. If you want certainty, you need to register your Will in UAE before it is too late. CorpLex is a specialist will registration consultant in Dubai offering Dubai Courts, ADJD & DIFC Courts Wills fully online.

Whether you are looking to register your Will in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, our team makes the process fast, simple, and entirely remote. CorpLex Will registration services are trusted by thousands of non-Muslim expats across UAE.

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Why should you make your Will with CorpLex?

When it comes to the registration of Wills in UAE, experience and trust matter. Here are four guarantees that set us apart.

01

Do it from home guaranteed

With CorpLex, the remote registration of your Will in Dubai or Abu Dhabi is completely hassle-free. Our entire will registration service in UAE, from drafting to signing, is handled via secure video conference. No visits, no delays.
02

Affordable price guarantee

As the most affordable will registration consultant in Dubai, CorpLex leverages technology and legal expertise to keep costs affordable. Need to register your will in UAE without overpaying? We match any like-for-like quote.
03

Family protection guarantee

A Will in the UAE is your family's legal shield. Without registered Wills, courts decide who receives your assets and who raises your children. CorpLex ensures your loved ones are never left in legal uncertainty.
04

Free Will Consultation

At CorpLex, before your Will registration, you will get a complimentary Will consultation. Our qualified consultants explain the differences between courts and advise on the best competent authority for your Will registration in UAE.

You are not left uncertain about the Will registration process and whether you did it right. The purpose of the Will consultation is to understand your wishes and ensure that all your assets will be covered in the Will accordingly.

Will writing services for Dubai, UAE

Our pricing is fixed, transparent, and inclusive of all drafting and Will registration fees. Choose the package that matches your situation and get started immediately. No hidden charges, no surprises.

Choose From The Following Packages

jurisdiction

Dubai Courts

  • Drafting From AED 4,000
  • Gov. fees AED 2,100
  • Online Notarization/Reg AED 1,000
Total
AED 7,100
*+5% VAT
jurisdiction

DIFC Courts

  • Drafting From AED 5,000
  • Gov. fees From AED 5,020
    to AED 10,020
  • Online Notarization/Reg AED 1,000
Total
AED 11,020 – 16,020
*+5% VAT
jurisdiction

ADJD

  • Drafting From AED 4,000
  • Gov. fees AED 950
  • Online Notarization/Reg AED 1,000
Total
AED 5,950
*+5% VAT
jurisdiction

Dubai Courts

  • Drafting From AED 6,000
  • Gov. fees AED 4,200
  • Online Notarization/Registration AED 2,000
Total
AED 12,200
*+5% VAT
jurisdiction

DIFC Courts

  • Drafting From AED 8,000
  • Gov. fees From AED 10,020
    to AED 15,020
  • Online Notarization/Reg AED 2,000
Total
AED 20,020 – 25,020
*+5% VAT
jurisdiction

ADJD

  • Drafting AED 6,000
  • Gov. fees AED 1,900
  • Online Notarization/Reg AED 2,000
Total
AED 9,900
*+5% VAT

Registering Your Will Has Never Been Easier

Hundreds of expat families complete the remote registration of their Will in Dubai or Abu Dhabi with CorpLex every month. Our three-step process gets you from enquiry to legally registered Will in just a few days, all from your home.

Choose your package

Select from our range of Single or Mirror Will packages to suit your needs.

We prepare your draft

Our qualified draftsman prepares your Will and shares it for your approval before any registration proceeds.

We complete the Will

Sign and register your Will via secure video conference, legally binding and officially recorded the same day.

Registration Options for Wills in UAE

Three officially recognised pathways are available for the will registration in Dubai, UAE. Review the options below and choose the one that fits your emirate, religion, and personal circumstances.

Feature
Dubai Courts Will Registration
DIFC Wills Service (DIFC CWS)
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD)
Eligible applicants
Dubai Courts Will Registration
Non-Muslim Residents & Non-Residents
DIFC Wills Service (DIFC CWS)
Non-Muslim Residents & Non-Residents
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD)
Non-Muslim Residents & Non-Residents
Legal framework
Dubai Courts Will Registration
UAE Civil Personal Status Law
DIFC Wills Service (DIFC CWS)
Common Law (English-based)
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD)
UAE Civil Personal Status Law
Remote registration
Dubai Courts Will Registration
Yes
DIFC Wills Service (DIFC CWS)
Yes
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD)
Yes
Covers assets in the UAE & worldwide
Dubai Courts Will Registration
Yes
DIFC Wills Service (DIFC CWS)
Yes
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD)
Yes
Guardianship provisions
Dubai Courts Will Registration
Yes
DIFC Wills Service (DIFC CWS)
Yes
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD)
Yes
Best for
Dubai Courts Will Registration
Non-Muslim expats & those preferring lower cost
DIFC Wills Service (DIFC CWS)
Non-Muslim expats from common-law countries with UAE assets
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD)
Non-Muslim expats seeking a cost-effective solution
Language
Dubai Courts Will Registration
Arabic or Bilingual
DIFC Wills Service (DIFC CWS)
English only
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD)
Arabic and English
Cost
Dubai Courts Will Registration
Generally lower
DIFC Wills Service (DIFC CWS)
Highest of the three
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD)
Lowest-cost option

What happens to your estate without a Will?

Looking for estate planning services in UAE that cover wills, trusts, succession, and wealth structuring? Our legal consultants deliver practical solutions that secure business continuity. Get control over your assets under clear legal frameworks like DIFC and ADGM wills, trusts, and foundation structures.

Without a duly registered Will in UAE

Without a duly registered Will in UAE, your assets are immediately frozen by the authorities until a Court order is issued. The Court will apply the relevant succession and inheritance laws to determine the distribution of your estate. As a result, your assets may not be distributed according to your personal wishes.

Additionally, your family may be required to undergo a lengthy probate and estate administration process before the assets can be released and distributed among the beneficiaries.

With a duly registered Will in UAE

With a duly registered Will in UAE, your executor takes charge, assets flow to your chosen beneficiaries, and your appointed guardian steps in for your children without costly legal delays. The difference is not just financial. It is the difference between your family being protected and being left in uncertainty.

So, Why do you need a Will in the UAE?

A duly registered Will in the UAE gives you legal authority over your estate, your children, and your legacy. Here are the five most important reasons to act today.

Guardians for minor children

You can only appoint a legal guardian for your children through a registered UAE Will. Without one, a court will decide who raises your children, often without full knowledge of your wishes or your family's circumstances.

Distribution of real estate

To ensure your property passes to the right person, you must have a registered Will in the UAE. Real estate cannot automatically transfer to a spouse or child without a valid Will and a court order, a process that can take months without one in place.

Alternate Beneficiaries

A UAE Will allows you to appoint alternate beneficiaries, so if your primary beneficiary cannot inherit, your estate still reaches the right person rather than being distributed by the court's default rules.

An expeditious and easy process

A registered Will in the UAE allows your estate to be settled quickly and with minimal legal friction. In contrast, the absence of a Will in the UAE can freeze your bank accounts and stall asset distribution for months, leaving your family in financial limbo.

Peace of mind

Writing a Will is not about expecting the worst; it is about being prepared. Once your Will is registered, you can live and work in the UAE with the confidence that your family's future is legally secured, whatever happens.

Order and Register Your Will from Home

The Wills Service now enables full online registration of Wills via video conference. The entire process of registration of Wills takes just three steps, with no office visit required. Here is how it works:
Order your Wills

Select your desired option, Single or Mirror Wills, on our website and complete a short intake form to get started.

Draft approval

We will prepare and have your draft Will(s) approved by you and the relevant authority Wills Service before registration proceeds.

Sign via video conference

You will sign and register your Will(s) through a secure video conference with the relevant authority, fully binding, no travel needed.

Register your Will with CorpLex

Thousands of UAE expats have already secured their family’s future. Join them with expert drafting and a complete will registration service UAE delivered from the comfort of your home.