Can the entire probate process be completed online in Australia?
If you’re managing an estate, the prospect of having to visit courts, file physical documents, and deal with bureaucratic processes in person might seem daunting. Good news: most of Australia has modernised its probate system. You can now handle most of the probate process online—but there are still some important considerations.
For related guidance, see how is property transferred from a deceased estate in Australia, and does it always require probate?.
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An application for probate does require the preparation of affidavits and other supporting documents. Often, these documents are signed using wet ink. However, in some states, they may be filed electronically online. The key aspect though, is that the original Will must be posted to the relevant Supreme Court prior to the grant being issued.
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