Originally published: 28 September 2021 | Last updated: 18 December 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TL;DR:<\/strong> After writing your Will: print and sign it with two witnesses, store the original safely, inform your executor of the location, consider registering it with the Master of the High Court, create a Living Will and Power of Attorney, review regularly, and use LifeLocker<\/a> to organize documents for your executor.\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

\n\nTL;DR: Print your Will after writing it and sign it with two witnesses then store the original document in a secure location while you should tell your executor about its storage spot. The Master of the High Court offers Will registration as an option. Establish a Living Will and Power of Attorney which requires periodic review. LifeLocker functions as a document management system which helps you prepare for executor responsibilities.\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Should You Do After Writing Your Will?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Print, Sign, and Witness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\nCreating your Will is only the first step. What you do after writing it is equally important for ensuring your wishes are carried out. Follow these essential steps to complete the process.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Inform Your Executor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\nYour executor needs you to share the exact location of your Will together with the vital details which relate to your estate.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Register Your Will (Optional)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\nYou can register your Will with the Master of the High Court at no cost to you.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Where should I store my original Will?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\nYou should review your documents every one to two years while you need to do this process again when major life changes occur.\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Should You Do After Writing Your Will?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Print, Sign, and Witness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nCreating your Will is only the first step. What you do after writing it is equally important for ensuring your wishes are carried out. Follow these essential steps to complete the process.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Inform Your Executor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nYour executor needs you to share the exact location of your Will together with the vital details which relate to your estate.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Register Your Will (Optional)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nYou can register your Will with the Master of the High Court at no cost to you.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Print, Sign, and Witness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\nCreating your Will is only the first step. What you do after writing it is equally important for ensuring your wishes are carried out. Follow these essential steps to complete the process.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Inform Your Executor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\nYour executor needs you to share the exact location of your Will together with the vital details which relate to your estate.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Register Your Will (Optional)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\nYou can register your Will with the Master of the High Court at no cost to you.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n