Foreign Probate in Jersey

Clear guidance. Local support. Fast, professional service.

Foreign probate relates to an individual who has died domiciled outside of Jersey and the Fast Track procedure does not apply.

A Jersey Grant of Probate or letters of administration are required when the total value of the Jersey assets held by the deceased person domiciled outside of Jersey exceeds £10,000.

If you are dealing with the estate of someone who lived outside Jersey but held assets here, such as a bank account or investment, you may need to reseal a foreign grant of probate through the Royal Court. At Viberts, we help overseas executors, families and legal professionals obtain the authority they need to access and release Jersey-based assets.

Applications for probate in Jersey (other than Fast Track applications) must be made in person. To avoid the necessity of coming to Jersey it is possible for the executor or administrator to appoint an attorney in Jersey to appear before the Registrar of Probate and make the application.

We make the process smooth and efficient, supporting you with expert local knowledge and clear, practical advice.

We assist with all aspects of foreign probate in Jersey, including:

• Resealing foreign grants of probate or letters of administration.
• Advising on which foreign documents are accepted by the Jersey court.
• Preparing applications to the Royal Court of Jersey.
• Working with overseas law firms and executors.
• Accessing bank accounts, shares or property registered in Jersey.
• Navigating Jersey’s probate rules and procedures.

We act quickly and efficiently, keeping the process simple for clients based overseas.

• Specialist local expertise. We understand the Jersey probate system inside out.
• Efficient and reliable. We process foreign probate applications without unnecessary delay.
• Trusted by international clients. We regularly work with families, executors and law firms around the world.
• Clear and friendly communication. We keep you informed at every stage, wherever you are based.

International estates can be complicated, but with the right support, they don’t need to be stressful. We work closely with you and your advisers to ensure you get access to Jersey-based assets quickly and legally. Whether you are an individual executor or a solicitor acting for a client abroad, you can rely on us for responsive, expert guidance.

All matters are handled with care, discretion and complete professionalism.