SPRINTER Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 Does anyone know if a British made will is valid for a British person now living in Australia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Que Sera Sera Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 Does anyone know if a British made will is valid for a British person now living in Australia. Good question . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterc1983 Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 Due to the colonial history of Australia, I'd imagine their laws are likely to easily recognise a will drafted in the UK. But to avoid complication I would imagine one would just create a new will to ensure no problems (assuming you are now permanently living in Australia). I believe certain states in Oz also have the concept of an "international will", for residents who have assets overseas as well as in Australia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the bottler Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 I was told to make a new will when I emigrated ... you can buy do it yourself wills forms from the Post Office for about $30 plus ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skani Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 It is still valid but may cause unnecessary complications. We have a regular radio talk back session on Wills and Estate Planning here and one of the mantras the Solicitor repeats is....you should always update your will when there is a significant change in your personal circumstances. And migration is definitely a significant change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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