MAINLAND WILLS

A Mainland Will is registered through Dubai Courts Notary Public or the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD).

It is designed for non‑Muslims who want to protect their family, assets, property, and guardianship rights under UAE civil procedures, while complying with Arabic legal drafting requirements.

VADA prepares your Will in both English and Arabic, manages the notary process end‑to‑end, and ensures complete legal accuracy.

WHAT IS A MAINLAND WILL?

A Mainland Will:

– Is drafted in Arabic (with English for reference)

– Is registered at Dubai Courts or ADJD

– Allows legally binding asset distribution

– Includes guardianship instructions for children

– Ensures clarity in UAE civil courts

– Is valid across the entire UAE

TYPES OF MAINLAND WILLS:

Full Will

Covers all UAE assets, global assets (optional), and guardianship.

Guardianship Will

Appoints temporary and permanent guardians for children.

Property Will

Covers specific real estate properties.

Financial Will

Covers bank accounts, investments, and shares.

Business Will

Covers ownership in Mainland or Free Zone companies.

Journey Towards Success

WHAT VADA HANDLES

Handling all government paperwork, licensing, and visa services so your business thrives without administrative delays.

Proccess

DETAILED STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS:

STEP 1 — Consultation  

We review:

– Family structure  

– Assets  

– Properties  

– Business ownership  

– Guardianship requirements  

 

STEP 2 — Drafting Your Will  

We prepare both English and Arabic versions fully aligned with UAE Court standards.

 

STEP 3 — Review & Amendments  

You review your Will and request any changes before finalisation.

 

STEP 4 — Notary Appointment  

We arrange:

– Dubai Courts Notary Public  

or  

– ADJD Notary (Abu Dhabi)  

In-person or virtual (when applicable).

 

STEP 5 — Signing & Registration  

Your Will is officially:

– Signed  

– Attested  

– Registered in the Court system  

 

STEP 6 — Certified Copies Delivered  

We provide fully certified and legally enforceable copies.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

Passport copy

Emirates ID

(if applicable)

Marriage certificate

Birth certificates

(children)

Executor details

Beneficiary information

Property documents

(if applicable)

Company documents

(for business Wills)

95%

Business Setup

79%

Tax Compliance

91%

Visa Services

100%

PRO Services

BENEFITS OF MAINLAND WILLS WITH VADA:

Full bilingual drafting  

– Compliant with UAE civil procedures  

– Protects children (guardianship)  

– Protects wealth & property  

– Valid across all Emirates  

– Ideal for Mainland property holders  

– Fast registration (same day possible)