How do I apply for probate in Victoria?

If you're the executor named in a will, probate is the Supreme Court of Victoria's confirmation that the will is valid and you can deal with the estate. It's usually needed before banks, share registries or Land Registry Services release or transfer assets.

The process: advertise your intention to apply (a mandatory notice with a short wait), lodge the application with the will and death certificate through RedCrest-Probate, and once the grant issues, collect assets, pay debts and distribute to beneficiaries.

Executors carry real responsibilities and personal risk. We guide executors through probate and estate administration step by step.

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