International Wills 2025

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The document is a memorandum detailing the incorporation of the Uniform International Wills Act into California's Probate Code, specifically sections 295.010-295.100. It outlines the standards for recognizing foreign wills and provides guidelines for the execution and validity of international wills, including definitions, requirements, and the role of authorized persons. The memorandum emphasizes that these provisions aim to ensure uniformity in the treatment of international wills.

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Is my will valid if I move to another country?

Most foreign countries will only acknowledge a U.S. will under special circumstances and do not typically recognize U.S. wills as valid unless the will has been formally valid under that jurisdiction. In an American will, an individual is able to transfer their property freely to whomever they choose.

Are wills recognized internationally?

Countries typically recognize the validity of your will if they are party to the International Will Statute and the Hague Convention on Form of Testamentary Disposition of 1961. If you hold property in a country that agrees with these conventions, your will is usually valid.

Is an international will valid in the US?

Foreign wills are recognised in the United States.

How do you write an international will?

To be valid, an international will must: Be in writing (handwritten or typed) in any language. Be signed and dated in the presence of two witnesses. Include a signature by an authorized person, testifying that every requirement for an international will is met.

Which countries legally accept international wills?

Only twelve countries have introduced the requisite domestic legislation to recognize international Wills: Australia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, Ecuador, France, Italy, Libya, Niger, Portugal, and Slovenia.

What is the Hague Convention on International wills?

The convention seeks to harmonise and simplify proof of formalities for wills that have international characteristics. It does this by setting up a uniform law introducing a new form of will, known as an international will, which is recognised as a valid form in all countries that are party to the convention.

Do you need different wills for different countries?

A will created under the laws of one country may not be recognized in another, resulting in delays or challenges to the wills validity. Separate wills ensure that each document complies with the relevant jurisdictions legal requirements, making the process smoother and more secure.

Do I need a will in multiple countries?

Avoiding Multiple Legal Proceedings: Without an international will, heirs may have to navigate the legal processes of each country where the deceased held assets. This can lead to costly and time-consuming proceedings in multiple jurisdictions.

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