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Store a will with HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS)

A guide for people who want to store their will or codicil (an update to the will) with HM Courts and Tribunals Service.

Updates to this page

From:
HM Courts & Tribunals Service
Published:
28 May 2020
Last updated:
13 July 2026
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  1. Updated the fee from £23 to £24.

  2. Updated the probate helpline's opening hours.

  3. Updated the deposit fee.

  4. Updated fees information

  5. Information about depositing a will in person has been removed as it is no longer applicable.

  6. Added information on how long it takes to process a will storage request.

  7. Updated the probate helpline opening hours

  8. Updated the option to pay with a postal order

  9. Edited the contact us section - The Probate helpline is closed on Saturdays.

  10. addition of help with fees process

  11. Updated guidance to reflect the new PA7ENV label that must be used when posting a will to HMCTS. Updated contact information. Updated process for arranging an appointment to store a will.

  12. First published.

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How to store a will with HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS)

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You can use this guide to understand:

  • how to store a will or codicil securely with HMCTS
  • what you will need to store them
  • the fee to pay for this service

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