Increases to probate fees
Posted on 26th July 2021
The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has launched a consultation on its proposals to increase probate fees.
The new single fee of £273 will apply to professional and non-professional applicants, regardless of the size of the estate. The MoJ says the new fee reflects the cost of providing the service and is not intended to make a profit.
Currently the fees to apply for a grant of probate for an estate valued over £5,000 are £155 for professionals and £215 for individuals. Estates worth less than £5,000 don’t pay a fee.
