FAQ

Yes. Your Will is notarised through the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department and entered into the federal court system, so every Emirate recognises it during probate.

Absolutely. With EasyWill Lifetime you can revise beneficiaries, assets, or guardians at any time. Each update is re-notarised so only the latest version is enforceable.

A lawyer is not required to create a Will in the UAE, but you’re free to consult one. EasyWill simply guides you and coordinates with licensed notaries and translators.

The will remains valid for assets located in the UAE. You can keep it on file or update it from abroad at any time via your EasyWill dashboard.

You can name a backup executor. If all named executors are unavailable, our optional EasyWill Afterlife service steps in to work with the courts and release assets smoothly.

Yes - from the initial questionnaire to the notarial video call and court filing. No office visits or paper forms; your signed, bilingual Will is stored securely in your account.

The testator is the person signing the Will (the one making gifts of his/her property to be effective upon his/her death).

The executor is the person appointed to administer your estate when the Will is probated. They are legally authorized to carry out the financial directives and ensure that all instructions outlined in your Will are properly executed.

The executor is responsible for collecting your assets, paying valid debts, and distributing the estate according to the Will. They also ensure that all instructions are properly carried out - including representing the estate in court if required, paying taxes and bills, and maintaining property until the estate is fully settled.

An alternate executor is the person you would like to serve as the executor should the primary executor not be able to serve.

The executor is usually your spouse, an adult child, a trusted family member, or your legal advisor.
One of your alternate executors can also be EasyWill, through the EasyWill AfterLife service.
An executor does not need legal or financial expertise, nor do they have to reside in the UAE. Typically, our clients provide a copy of their Will to the appointed executor.
It’s important to choose someone you fully trust to carry out your wishes exactly as stated in your Will, without the need for supervision.

Yes, absolutely.
It is quite common for an executor to also be one of the beneficiaries named in the Will, for example, a spouse, adult child, or close family member. In fact, many people intentionally choose someone who has both a personal interest in the estate and a strong sense of responsibility to ensure that their wishes are properly carried out.

The funds used to pay bills and cover any necessary expenses, including attorney’s fees, come directly from your estate.
For example, the money in your bank accounts and other financial assets will first be used to settle funeral costs and outstanding bills, before the remaining balance is distributed to your heirs.
You may also specify compensation for your executor in your Will.
If you choose EasyWill as an alternate executor, you will pay an annual subscription fee, which covers the executor’s compensation for providing this service.

Most people choose a close family member, such as a spouse, child, brother or sister. However, you can choose just about anyone to carry out your last wishes. As long as your Will is clearly written, no special legal or financial acumen is required to be an executor.

When choosing an executor for your will, the following qualities are important:

1. HONESTY
Obviously, you need a trustworthy person to carry out your will — someone who will do the right thing and follow your wishes, even if they might not agree with your decisions. Choose someone you trust.

2. ORGANIZATION
A certain degree of organization is required to administer a will. Selecting an executor who is orderly and reliable can ensure your assets are handled in a timely manner.

3. WILLINGNESS
Make sure the person you assign as executor is willing to complete the task. The easiest way to do this? Ask them ahead of time.

4. ABILITY
Your executor must not only be willing, but able. Because wills may be created years or decades before you die, it is possible that the person you choose as executor today might not be willing or able to administer your last wishes after you pass. That’s why it’s a good idea to name an alternate executor in your will.

5. DIRECT BENEFIT
It’s advisable that your executor also be a beneficiary of your will. While this might sound counterintuitive, there’s actually a good reason to do so. If the person who executes your Will has a direct interest in its distribution, they are more likely to take care of things in a timely manner. And, if you’ve selected someone trustworthy and honest, you need not worry about them acting against your wishes.

6. RELATIONSHIP
Choosing an executor is a practical decision, but it can have emotional consequences. To avoid hurt feelings, talk to your loved ones in advance about who you wish to administer of your estate. For example, you might follow tradition by choosing your spouse first, followed by your first-born child.