Apply to stop a grant of probate by post: Form PA8A
Use this form to apply to stop a probate grant being issued (also known as entering a caveat) by post.
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Updates to this page
Last updated 4 October 2024 + show all updates
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The application fee for probate has been added to the form.
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Updated the address for where to send the form by post. Added guidance for probate practitioners applying by email.
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Updated the probate helpline opening times.
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Updated phone line opening times
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Uploaded a new version of the PA8A in English and Welsh.
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Updated phone line opening times
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Updated April's bank holiday week opening times
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Updated the opening times for the probate helpline
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Edited the contact us section - The Probate helpline is closed on Saturdays.
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Helpline information updated.
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Revised form PA8a uploaded.
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Revised form including equality and diversity questions.
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Updated with revised fees payable from August 2020.
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New form for legal practitioners published.
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First published.