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Personal Will — Notarial Certification
A notarized personal will is one of the most recognized ways to make a will in Israel. Under Section 22 of the Inheritance Law, 1965 (חוק הירושה, תשכ״ה-1965), a will made before a notary receives special legal status — it constitutes sufficient evidence that the testator understood its content and acted of their own free will. This makes it the most difficult will to contest.
What is a notarized will?
A notarized will is made before a licensed notary under the Notaries Law, 1976 (חוק הנוטריונים, תשל״ו-1976) and Section 22 of the Inheritance Law, 1965. The notary verifies the testator's identity, explains the will's meaning and consequences, confirms the testator is competent and acting of free will, and certifies the signature. A notarized will carries the strongest evidentiary weight of all will types.
When should you make a notarized will?
- Anyone who wants to ensure their assets are distributed according to their wishes
- When there's concern about future inheritance disputes among heirs
- When there are complex assets — real estate, businesses, investments
- When there are children from different marriages
- When you want to exclude an heir or bequeath to a third party
- When you want to ensure the will is nearly impossible to contest
- When the testator is elderly and wants to strengthen the will's validity
How does the process work?
- Contact us via WhatsApp or phone — we'll understand your wishes and prepare a draft
- Visit the office — physical presence of the testator only is required
- The notary reads the will and ensures you understand every clause
- The notary verifies competency, lucidity, and free will
- Sign the will before the notary
- The notary signs and certifies — the will receives full notarial validity
Required documents
- Valid ID card or passport (original must be presented)
- List of assets and heirs (optional — can be prepared at the office)
- Beneficiary details (full name, ID number, address)
- Previous will (if any)
How much does it cost?
Personal notarized will cost: 293 ₪ for the first testator, 147 ₪ for each additional. Fees fixed by Notaries Regulations (Service Fees), 1978. All prices before VAT (18%).
Fees are regulated and cannot be changed.
How to get the service?
Office visit
A notarized will requires physical presence of the testator. Visit by appointment — process takes about 30 minutes.
Home service
The notary comes to your home — suitable for elderly or mobility-limited testators. By appointment with travel fee.
Why BEITON & Co?
- Extensive experience drafting complex wills — multiple assets, extended families
- Draft prepared in advance — arrive, review, sign
- Full and detailed explanation of every clause
- Home service for elderly and mobility-limited clients
- Absolute confidentiality — attorney-client privilege
- Full handling — including registration with the Inheritance Registrar
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a notarized will cost?
293 ₪ for the first testator, 147 ₪ for each additional. Before VAT (18%). Uniform tariff across all notaries in Israel.
Why is a notarized will preferable?
Under Section 22 of the Inheritance Law — a notarized will constitutes sufficient evidence that the testator understood its content and acted freely. It is the most difficult will to contest.
Do I need to visit the office?
Yes, physical presence is required. But if that's not possible, the notary will come to your home.
Can I change the will after signing?
Yes. You can make a new will at any time. The latest will supersedes all previous ones.
What happens to the will after signing?
A copy is kept by the notary, a copy is given to you. We recommend registering it with the Inheritance Registrar (we handle this).
Are witnesses needed?
No. A notarized will does not require witnesses — the notary replaces them. This is one of its advantages.
How long does it take?
About 30 minutes at the office. The draft is prepared in advance for an efficient meeting.
Want to make a notarized will?
Contact us via WhatsApp — we'll understand your wishes, prepare a draft, and you come to sign. Simple, fast, and protected.