Probate QLD FAQs

Probate QLD FAQ 1: What probate forms and documents need to be filed?

For a standard application for a Grant of Probate, you will need to file the probate forms and documents below in the Queensland Supreme Court registry:

1. Application for Probate.
2. Affidavit Supporting Probate Application, plus exhibits:
   • A clear copy of the original Will (and any Codicil), and
   • The original death certificate.
3. Affidavit of Publication and Service, exhibiting a copy of the Notice of Intention to Apply for Grant.
4. Certificate of Exhibit for each exhibit.
5. Original Will (and any Codicils).

Probate QLD FAQ 2: Does a probate notice need to be published?

The Probate notice (Form 103 Notice of Intention to Apply for Grant) needs to be published in:

1. a newspaper circulating throughout Queensland (such as the Courier Mail) or a newspaper approved for the area of the deceased’s last known residential address, and also
2. The Queensland Law Reporter.

You will need to factor in the fees for publishing the probate notices:

• Advertisement in the newspaper – ranges from approximately $200 to $500.
• The Queensland Law Reporter – $161.70.

You will need to wait until 14 clear days after the probate notice is published in both the newspaper and the Queensland Law Reporter before you can file the application for a Grant of Probate.

Probate QLD FAQ 3: How long does probate take in QLD?

A Grant of Probate usually takes around 4 weeks after you file your probate application. This is on the basis that there were no requisitions to the probate application requiring further information or corrections. You will receive the official Grant of Probate via post.

Probate QLD FAQ 4: How much are probate fees for filing an application in QLD?

Current probate fees for filing an application for a Grant of Probate in Queensland are $637.40. (Government Concession Card holders may be eligible for a reduced filing fee of $116.20.)

The Supreme Court Registry accepts payment of the filing fee by credit card, cheque and cash if in person.

Probate QLD FAQ 5: Where is the Supreme Court Probate Office in QLD?

Supreme Court registries that deal with probate are located in Brisbane, Rockhampton, Townsville and Cairns. The Brisbane Supreme Court registry is located at 415 George Street, Brisbane QLD 4000.

Probate QLD FAQ 6: Can I file a Probate application via post or am I required in person?

You can file a probate application at the Supreme Court registry either in person, or by post. The postal address for the Brisbane Supreme Court registry is PO Box 15167, City East QLD 4002.

Probate QLD FAQ 7: What does an official Grant of Probate look like in Queensland?

An official Grant of Probate (Form 121) from the Supreme Court of Queensland looks like the example below. You will receive the Grant of Probate via post that contains:

• The registry that the probate application was filed in.
• The case number.
• The estate details, including the deceased’s full name, last address and date of death.
• The Grant of Probate of the Will (copy annexed).
• Details of the executor(s) who the Grant of Probate is issued to, including full name and address.
• The official red seal of the Supreme Court of Queensland, signature of the Registrar and the date of the Grant of Probate.

Probate QLD FAQ 8: What if the deceased didn’t leave a Will?

If a person dies without leaving a Will, a spouse or other next of kin will need to apply for a Grant of Letters of Administration, rather than a Grant of Probate (which is for where a person left a Will).

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