A UK Will is a legal document that sets out how your assets in the United Kingdom should be dealt with when you die. Even if you now live permanently in Spain, you may still need a UK Will if you have any property, accounts, or investments remaining in the UK.
A guardian clause in a Spanish will is a provision where the person making the will (the testator) appoints someone to act as the legal guardian (tutor) of their minor children, if both parents die while the children are under 18.
Here’s how it works:
Under Spanish law, if both parents with parental ...
An exclusion clause in a will is a provision where the person making the will (the testator) makes it clear that a specific heir or relative is not to inherit from their estate.
If you’re an expat living in Spain or you own assets here, such as property or a bank account, it’s highly advisable to have a Spanish will in place. Relying solely on your foreign will can create unnecessary delays, legal confusion and increased costs for your heirs.
In Spain, all valid wills must be signed before a Spanish notary; a public official responsible for formally witnessing the will and ensuring it is properly registered.
Here’s what the notary does:
Confirms your identity and legal capacity to make a will.
