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When is a will needed?
A will sets out what a person wants done with their property after death, and who should carry it out. It is used to leave something to a person or cause that would not inherit by law, to appoint an executor, and to record debts and wishes for the family.
Where it goes
The will stays with the person who makes it or with someone they trust. Registration is optional, but a registered will is harder to dispute, and a will can also be deposited with the registrar in a sealed cover. It has effect only on death and can be changed or cancelled at any time before that.
Points to get right
- Under Muslim law a will can cover only up to one third of what remains after funeral costs and debts. The rest goes to the heirs in the shares the law fixes.
- A bequest to someone who is already a legal heir generally needs the consent of the other heirs after the death. The rules differ between schools of law, so take advice.
- Two adult witnesses who receive nothing under the will should sign it.
- Name an executor, and list the property and any debts clearly.
- Date it. Where there is more than one will, the latest valid one prevails.
How to use this sample
- Press Open in editor. The sample opens as a new document that you can change freely.
- Replace each blank with your own details.
- To print on an e-stamp paper, open the File tab, press Write on PDF / picture and choose the PDF or scan of your stamp paper. Move the starting line until the text begins below the printed part.
- Press Print / PDF. To print the blank format as it is, use Print this sample above.
What to fill in
- The names and CNIC numbers of the people concerned
- The property: its kind, area, khasra or plot number and where it is
- The price or share, and the date possession is given
- Two witnesses — and registration with the sub-registrar where the law requires it
Before you sign
These are general formats to save typing. Requirements differ between offices, courts and provinces, and a paper about property or money has legal effect. Have the final wording checked by a deed writer or lawyer, use stamp paper of the correct value, and get the paper attested or registered where that is required.
Fill it in and print
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