Assets in two countries can make a single will unreliable. The right setup avoids delays, disputes and surprises for the people you leave behind.
What gets looked at
- What you own in each country and how it is held
- Whether your home country will works alongside a local will
- Guardianship wishes for children
- Joint accounts and what happens if one owner dies
Common questions
Is my UK will valid in the country where I live?
Not always in practice. Courts where an asset sits usually decide what happens to it, so a locally valid will is often the safer route.
Where can I register a will abroad?
It depends on the country. In the UAE, for example, options include the DIFC Wills Service Centre and the Abu Dhabi courts. A qualified local will writer can advise.
How often should I review my will?
After any move, marriage, birth or major purchase, and every few years otherwise.
General information only, not personal advice.