Jersey probate applications for UK, Guernsey and Isle of Man estates
When someone domiciled in the United Kingdom, Guernsey or the Isle of Man passes away holding movable assets in Jersey, those assets cannot be dealt with until a Jersey Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration has been obtained. Jersey does not recognise foreign grants for the purpose of releasing local assets, meaning a separate Jersey application is required even where probate has already been completed elsewhere.
For estates domiciled in the UK, Guernsey or the Isle of Man, Jersey offers a simplified probate process that is intended to reduce administrative complexity and avoid unnecessary delay. This approach provides a practical and efficient route for executors and administrators dealing with cross-border estates, particularly where the main estate has already been administered in the deceased’s home jurisdiction.
Where a grant of probate or letters of administration has been issued outside Jersey, the Jersey Probate Registry allows a streamlined application based on that existing grant. This avoids the need for a full local probate process, including formal oath-swearing or personal attendance in Jersey. For families and professional advisers alike, this can make the administration of Jersey assets significantly more straightforward.
Parslows LLP is one of Jersey’s leading probate firms and regularly assists clients from the UK, Guernsey and the Isle of Man with Jersey probate applications. Our team has in-depth knowledge of Jersey probate law and works closely with executors, administrators and financial institutions to ensure that Jersey assets are released efficiently and in accordance with the deceased’s wishes.
Movable assets in Jersey may include bank accounts, shareholdings in Jersey companies and other personal property. Regardless of the size of the wider estate, these assets are subject to Jersey’s local probate requirements. Even relatively modest holdings will not usually be released by banks or investment providers without a Jersey grant.
The documentation required for a Jersey probate application in these circumstances is generally straightforward. It typically includes a court-sealed copy of the foreign grant, the Will (where applicable), and confirmation from the Jersey asset holder as to the value and nature of the assets. Parslows LLP prepares and submits the application on your behalf, liaising directly with the Probate Registry and ensuring that all procedural requirements are met.
Stamp duty applies to Jersey probate applications, but the streamlined process avoids the need for detailed valuation reports or complex asset schedules. Our focus is on efficiency and compliance, ensuring that the correct fees are calculated and paid and that the grant is issued without unnecessary delay.
If you are administering an estate that includes Jersey assets and the deceased was domiciled in the UK, Guernsey or the Isle of Man, Parslows LLP can guide you through the process.
Our probate lawyers provide clear, practical advice and a responsive service tailored to your circumstances. Whether you are acting in a personal or professional capacity, we are committed to making the Jersey probate process as straightforward and stress-free as possible.
