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Is a handwritten will legal in South Africa?
Yes, a handwritten will is legal in South Africa. However, there are certain requirements that must be met. The person drafting the will:
Must be 16 years or older;
Must be the person whose will it is, i.e. the testator (male) or testatrix (female);
Must not be anyone specified in the will (e.g. the executor, or a trustee, heir or beneficiary) or their spouse; and
Must sign the will, along with two independent witnesses (14 years or older, of sound mind, and not specified in the will).
Contact our expert Testamentary Consultants who can advise you on the finer details of drafting a valid will.