Do-it-yourself PROBATE

South Australia Probate Applications

Key information about filing for probate in South Australia.

Can the application be submitted by post?

No. Applications are commenced and filed online through the CourtsSA.gov.au website.

Probate filing fees (as at 1 July 2021):

The probate filing fee depends on the gross value of the assets in the estate of the deceased:

Gross value less than $200,000 - probate filing fee = $869.00

Gross value $200,000 - $500,000 - probate filing fee = $1,738.00

Gross value $500,000 - $1,000,000 - probate filing fee = $2,316.00

Gross value greater than $1,000,000 - probate filing fee = $3,475.00

Approximate time to the issue of the grant of probate:

6 weeks from signing the application for straightforward grants of probate. More complicated cases may take longer.

Is a legal notice required to be published?
No. 

Are you required to submit an inventory of assets and liabilities?
Yes. A detailed statement of the value of the assets and liabilities of the deceased at the time of death is required to be submitted to the Probate Registry.