DIFC Wills

Protecting your UAE assets with peace of mind

For international families, professionals, and investors with assets in Dubai and the wider UAE, a DIFC Will offers a unique legal structure to ensure their estate passes in accordance with their wishes. Unlike other jurisdictions in the region, the DIFC Wills and Probate Registry provides a common law framework specifically designed for non-Muslim residents and investors, enabling full testamentary freedom without the automatic application of Shariah inheritance rules.

At Kingsbury & Partners, we understand that estate planning in a foreign jurisdiction is not only about legal compliance but peace of mind. Through our Private Office, clients can access a network of trusted legal partners who specialise in DIFC Will drafting and registration, providing a streamlined and secure process tailored to each family’s structure, nationality, and cross-border needs.

What It Offers

Clients accessing DIFC Will services through Kingsbury & Partners benefit from:

• Legal clarity and control over how UAE-based assets are distributed
• Exemption from Shariah inheritance rules for non-Muslim residents and investors
• Recognition of guardianship provisions for minor children residing in the UAE
• Cross-border applicability, allowing integration with UK, EU, and other jurisdictions’ estate plans
• Access to the DIFC Wills and Probate Registry, under English common law principles
• Streamlined registration process, including remote options for overseas clients
• Protection for real estate, bank accounts, shares, and other movable and immovable assets in Dubai or Ras Al Khaimah
• Peace of mind that your wishes are legally enforceable in a region with otherwise complex inheritance laws

Who It’s For

This service is particularly relevant for:

• British expats in the UAE
• Non-Muslim professionals and executives living in Dubai
• Global entrepreneurs with UAE business assets
• International investors holding Dubai property or financial accounts
• Dual-national families requiring guardianship certainty
• Family offices managing regional succession strategies
• Non-Muslim retirees and long-term residents in the UAE

Understanding Your Needs

We understand that international clients want legal certainty, fast execution, and a partner they can trust to bridge gaps in language, law, and local procedure. DIFC Wills remove ambiguity around what happens to your UAE estate—but getting it right requires more than downloading a template. Clients want access to legal expertise that speaks their language and understands the nuances of multi-jurisdictional planning.

Kingsbury & Partners plays the role of connector—not agent. We facilitate access to handpicked legal partners who operate transparently and with high professional standards. No pushy sales. No unclear fees. Just proper introductions, structured processes, and results.