Will Cost Calculator
Estimate the cost of having a will professionally prepared in Australia. Choose the complexity and whether it’s for one person or a couple.
Online will kits are cheaper but easy to get wrong, errors can be very costly to your estate later.
- Drafting & advice$350
- Review & execution$100
💰 Ways to save
- A simple will is inexpensive, only pay for a trust will if your situation needs it.
- Do mirror wills as a couple to get the package discount.
How we estimate this
A professionally drafted simple will in Australia typically costs $300–$800 in 2026. A full estate plan (will plus enduring power of attorney and guardianship) costs $1,000–$2,000, and a will with a testamentary trust $2,000–$3,500+.
Pricing reviewed: June 2026.
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Understanding will costs in Australia
A professionally drafted simple will in Australia typically costs $300–$800 in 2026. A full estate plan (will plus enduring power of attorney and guardianship) costs $1,000–$2,000, and a will with a testamentary trust $2,000–$3,500+.
Online will kits are cheaper but easier to get wrong, which can be very costly for your estate. Couples usually get mirror wills together at a discount.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a will cost in Australia?
A simple professionally drafted will costs $300–$800 in 2026; a full estate plan $1,000–$2,000; a will with a testamentary trust $2,000–$3,500+.
Is it worth paying a lawyer for a will?
For anything beyond the simplest situation, yes, errors in a DIY will can be very costly to your estate and cause disputes.
What is a testamentary trust will?
It creates a trust on your death that can protect assets and offer tax advantages for beneficiaries. It costs more to set up but can be valuable for larger estates.
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