Codicil (amendment to Will)
- Fee
- ₹4,999
- Turnaround
- 2-3 days
What this is
A codicil formally amending an existing Will - changing or adding a beneficiary, replacing the executor, adding or removing a property, or correcting a mistake - without rewriting the whole Will, executed with the same formalities as a Will. It is for anyone who has a Will and wants a limited change. Our panel advocate drafts and reviews the codicil and delivers it signed on letterhead; execution before two witnesses, and registration if the Will was registered, are separate steps we explain.
What you get
A codicil drafted, reviewed and signed by our panel advocate on letterhead, identifying the Will by date and place, stating the specific clauses revoked, altered or added, confirming the rest of the Will, with a statement of sound mind and the execution block for the testator and two attesting witnesses. Delivered ready for execution, with a note on attestation, on registering the codicil where the Will was registered, and on when a fresh Will is wiser than a codicil. Registration charges are not included.
How it works
- Upload the existing WillAnd any earlier codicil. We pre-fill the Will's date and clauses.
- Tell us what changesThe clause, beneficiary, executor or property being changed and the new position.
- Answer the advocate's questionsWhy the change is being made, whether the Will was registered, whether the witnesses are available, and whether a fresh Will would be simpler.
- PayPay the fee.
- Advocate drafts and signsOur panel advocate drafts the codicil and signs it on letterhead.
- Codicil is deliveredYou receive the codicil for execution before two witnesses, with the attestation and registration note.
What to have ready
- Existing WillComplete copy.
- Earlier codicils (if you have it)If any.
- Your ID and address proofAadhaar, PAN or passport.
- Documents for any new property or beneficiary (if you have it)Title deed, statement or ID.
- Medical certificate (if you have it)If already obtained.
What this is based on
- Indian Succession Act 1925 (1925)
- same execution formalities as Will under S.63.