Make a Will in Singapore — Trusted Will Writing Lawyers Since 1994

Why You Need a Will in Singapore

Looking to make a will in Singapore? A well-drafted will ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes, providing peace of mind and security for your loved ones. At Loh Eben Ong LLP, our experienced will writing lawyers have been helping Singaporeans make their wills since 1994.

Our Will Writing & Drafting Services

Professional and Personalised Will Preparation

We offer expert legal advice and personalised will preparation services, ensuring your will reflects your unique circumstances and desires. Our team will guide you through the entire process, making it straightforward and stress-free.

Online Will Submission

Take advantage of our convenient online will submission service. Easily submit your details online, and our lawyers will prepare your will. For wills prepared through our service, the signing appointment is ordinarily conducted at our office so that the will can be executed in accordance with the applicable legal formalities.

• Experienced Legal Team: Our lawyers have extensive experience in estate planning and will drafting.
• Customised Solutions: We provide tailored advice and solutions to meet your specific needs.
• Convenience: Our online submission service makes will drafting accessible and hassle-free.
• Peace of Mind: Ensure your assets are protected and your wishes are honoured.

A clear, well-drafted will covers more than just who receives your money. When we prepare your Singapore will, we help you address:

• Executor — the trusted person who administers your estate and applies for the grant of probate.
• Guardians for minor children — who will care for your children under 21 if both parents pass away.
• Specific gifts — particular assets or sums you wish to leave to named beneficiaries.
• Residuary estate — how everything else is divided once specific gifts and debts are settled.
• Funeral and other wishes — optional directions that give your family clarity and peace of mind.

You can request a wills quote to get started.

• Submit Quotation Form: Start by submitting our online quotation form.
• Submit Wills Online Form: Provide the necessary details through our wills online form.
• Book an Appointment: Use our online booking system to schedule a signing appointment.
• Signing at Our Office: Attend at our office to sign the will in the presence of two witnesses.

Some assets pass outside your will, so it is important to plan for them separately:

• CPF savings are distributed by your CPF nomination, not by your will. If you have no nomination, CPF monies are distributed under intestacy rules.
• Jointly-held property held as joint tenants usually passes automatically to the surviving owner.
• Insurance policies with a named nominee are paid directly to that nominee.

We help you coordinate your will with these arrangements so nothing is overlooked. You may also wish to consider a Lasting Power of Attorney for decisions during your lifetime.

Making your will is the first step. We also make sure you understand what happens afterwards. Keep the signed original in a safe place and tell your executor where to find it. When the time comes, your executor applies to the Family Justice Courts for a grant of probate before your estate can be distributed. Our team can assist your family with the probate process, so the people you trust are supported from start to finish. If your circumstances change, we can update your will or prepare a Lasting Power of Attorney to cover decisions made during your lifetime.

Below we answer the questions Singaporeans ask most often before they make a will. If you still have doubts, our will writing lawyers are happy to help — you can request a Singapore wills quote or submit your will online.

In Singapore, any person aged 21 or above and of sound mind can make a valid will under the Wills Act 1838. The person making the will (the testator) must understand the nature of the document, know the extent of their assets, and be free from undue influence. Muslims in Singapore are instead governed by the Administration of Muslim Law Act and the rules of faraid, so they should seek specialised advice.

A valid Singapore will must be in writing, signed by the testator, and witnessed by two people who are present at the same time when the testator signs. Importantly, a witness (or the witness’s spouse) must not be a beneficiary, otherwise that gift fails. Because these formalities are strict, we require the final signing to take place in our office so our lawyers can witness it correctly.

Our will drafting fees are fixed and transparent, and they depend on how complex your estate and instructions are. You can get an instant estimate through our Singapore wills quote calculator. There are no hidden charges, and we confirm the fee with you before any work begins.

You can, but a homemade or online-template will often fails on technicalities — for example, improper witnessing, unclear wording, or provisions that conflict with Singapore law. These errors can render the will partly or wholly invalid and lead to disputes among your family. A lawyer-drafted will helps ensure your wishes are clear, enforceable, and less likely to be challenged during probate.

If you pass away without a valid will (intestate), your assets are distributed according to the fixed formula in the Intestate Succession Act, not according to your personal wishes. This can mean your estate is divided in ways you would not have chosen, and the process of applying for a grant of letters of administration is often slower and more costly for your family.

Yes. You should review your will after major life events such as marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, buying property, or a significant change in your assets. Note that under Singapore law, marriage generally revokes an existing will unless it was made in contemplation of that marriage. We can help you update your will or prepare related documents such as a Lasting Power of Attorney.

Getting started is simple. First, request a estimated fee wills quote. Next, provide your details through our Wills Online service so our lawyers can prepare the draft. Finally, book an appointment to sign the will at our office, where we witness it to make it legally binding. If you have questions at any stage, you can contact us directly.