Wills Drafted at the Consulate
Please be advised that the heirs of the deceased or their representatives should submit to the Consulate within 90 days from the date of death, a written statement including the following information:
- The name and address of the deceased.
- The names and addresses of the heirs or beneficiaries.
- Full description of the wealth inherited, whether liquid or fixed assets, including its real value and location if applicable.
In addition, all wills should include the name, date and place of birth, address and telephone numbers of the signatories, and should be signed in the presence of two witnesses not related by kin.
In order to expedite the processing of wills to be drafted at the Consular Section applicants are advised to send beforehand an exact copy, in electronic word document format, of the required will along with a scanned completed legalization application (select the link to get the form) via email to the person in charge.
Complete a legalization application (select the link to get the form) and enclose the following:
- For the testator: valid passport, Lebanese identification card (I.D.), and family/individual ikhraj kayd and a copy of the said documents.
- For each of the beneficiaries: valid passport, Lebanese identification card (I.D.), or family/individual ikhraj kayd and a copy of the said document.
- Deed of trust (where applicable) and a copy of the said document.
- Fees: $125 for each signatory (only money orders payable to the Consulate General of Lebanon are accepted).
Certified self-addressed and stamped envelope for return (no return fees are accepted) if the documents are to be returned by mail.