South Africa
Deceased Estates
The loss of a loved one is an intensely emotional experience.
It’s also a time when professional assistance is most needed. Our years of experience and technical expertise will assist you to effectively administer your estate.
SOME OF THE BENEFITS
Skilled Team
Our administrators are committed to serving your needs as trusted, impartial advisors
A helping hand
Attend to what matters most, while our team takes care of the admin
Peace of mind
Know that your wishes will be honoured by our dedicated team
Convenience
We’re always here to help through any of our branches
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT DECEASED ESTATES
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT DECEASED ESTATES
How it works
Your wishes will be carried out according to your Will*
You’ll need to:
- Obtain a death certificate
- Report the death
- Appoint an Executor
- Contact Standard Bank
*We also offer estate administration where no Will exists, and we are not the nominated executor.
What you’ll need
Documents required by the Master of the High Court
- Original/certified copy of the marriage certificate
- Declaration of marriage by surviving spouse indicating the type of marriage
- The will/completed next-of-kin affidavit
- Completed inventory form • List of the deceased’s creditors
- Declaration to confirm that the estate hasn’t been reported at another master’s office )
Documents required for Standard Bank
- Certified death certificate
- Certified ID of deceased
- Certified letter of appointment as Executor (LOA/LOE)
- Certified BI-1663 (Death Notice)
- Certified ID document of the Executor/Agent
- Certified proof of residence of Executor/Agent
- Certified proof-of-banking details of estate late account
- Contact details and address of the Executor/next of kin
Contact us
- Complete our Call Me Back form and we’ll contact you
- Rather chat to us? You can call us on 0860 439 770 or visit your nearest branch.
NEXT STEPS
Submit your details and one of our consultants will give you a call back to discuss things further:
Download our step by step guide on how to access and register on the protal.