Resources

Managing a deceased estate can be an overwhelming process, especially when important paperwork is missing or scattered. To assist families and executors during this time, we’ve made a selection of practical deceased estate forms available for download. These documents are designed to help individuals get their affairs in order ahead of time, ensuring that when the time comes, the administration of their estate is as clear and efficient as possible.

Whether you’re preparing a Life File, drafting a will, or completing other supporting forms, having these details documented and accessible can reduce stress, avoid delays, and support a smoother estate administration process.

Wills

• Instruction to Draft a Will: Editable form for will drafting details with legal support. Request this form
• Basic Will: Basic will template with step-by-step checklist. Request this form
• Life File: Fillable PDF for estate planning key information storage. Request this form

Deceased Estate Administration

The official Master of the High Court forms below open as PDFs from the Department of Justice website.

• J155 - Undertaking and Acceptance of Master’s Directions: Master’s representative nomination confirmation (estates under R250,000). Download PDF
• J190 - Acceptance of Trust as Executor: Executor appointment confirmation (estates over R250,000). Download PDF
• J192 - Next of Kin Affidavit: Sworn affidavit for heirs confirmation when no valid will exists. Download PDF
• J243 - Inventory: Estimated asset list of the deceased’s property and claims. Download PDF
• J294 - Death Notice: Document submitted to the Master notifying of death. Download PDF
• Nomination: Executor / Master’s representative nomination form. Request this form