How many witnesses does a will need in Utah?

A will in Utah must be signed in front of two witnesses. The witnesses do not need to be present together when they sign, but each must witness the testator's signature or acknowledgment. See Utah Code §75-2-501 et seq. (Title 75 Chapter 2 Part 5, Wills; codified within the Utah Uniform Probate Code).

Does a will have to be notarized in Utah?

No. Notarization is not required for a Utah will to be valid, but adding a self-proving affidavit (which is notarized) lets the will be admitted to probate without calling the witnesses to testify.

Is a handwritten will valid in Utah?

Yes. Utah recognizes holographic wills (wills written entirely in the testator's handwriting and signed by the testator) without witnesses. We do not generate handwritten wills, but you may write one by hand if you prefer.

What is the minimum age to make a will in Utah?

You must be at least 18 years old to make a will in Utah.

Can I sign my will online in Utah?

Yes. Utah has adopted electronic will legislation (2020), so a will may be signed and witnessed entirely online when the statutory requirements are met. Remote online notarization is also available.

What documents make up a complete estate plan in Utah?

A complete estate plan in Utah usually includes four documents: a Last Will and Testament, a Revocable Living Trust, a Durable Power of Attorney, and a Healthcare Directive. Will.com generates all four together based on your answers.

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Utah content last reviewed May 18, 2026.

Will

Trust

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POA

HC Directive

E-will

Adopted

Since 2020

RON

Since 2019

Remote online notarization

ROW

All documents

Remote online witnessing

Community property

Minimum age

NW + N = N witnesses + notarizationNW = N witnesses, no notarizationN = notarization, no witnesses— = no formal requirements

Will

Utah Code §75-2-501 et seq. (Title 75 Chapter 2 Part 5, Wills; codified within the Utah Uniform Probate Code)

Witnesses: 2 required

Two witnesses must sign within reasonable time after witnessing testator's signing or acknowledgment

Notarization: Recommended

Not legally required, but recommended for self-proving affidavit

Holographic will: Valid

Handwritten wills without witnesses are recognized in Utah

Self-proving affidavit: Available

Allows the will to be admitted to probate without witness testimony

Living Trust

Witnesses: None required

No formal execution requirements beyond settlor signature; notarization strongly recommended when funding real property

Notarization: Recommended

Not legally required for the trust document, but needed to transfer real property

Statutory Form Power of Attorney

Utah Code §75A-2-101 et seq. (Title 75A Chapter 2, Uniform Power of Attorney Act)

Last verified: 2024-09-01

Witnesses: None required

No witnesses required for power of attorney

Notarization: Required

Notarization is required for a valid durable power of attorney

State-specific notes

•Acknowledged before a notary public. Utah Code §75A-2-105 (Title 75A Chapter 2, Uniform Power of Attorney Act, effective September 1, 2024 per SB 79, 2024 Gen. Sess., Ch. 364; replaces former Title 75 Chapter 9)

•Durability is presumed unless the instrument states otherwise

•Facility-agent restriction (§75A-2-105(2)): if the principal resides or is about to reside in a hospital, assisted living, skilled nursing, or similar facility at the time of execution, the principal may not name as agent an owner, operator, health care provider, or employee of the facility unless (i) the agent is the principal's spouse, legal guardian, or next of kin, or (ii) the agent's authority is strictly limited to assisting the principal to establish Medicaid eligibility. A violation is criminally prosecutable under §76-5-111.4

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION This power of attorney authorizes another person (your agent) to make decisions concerning your property for you (the principal). Your agent will be able to make decisions and act with respect to your property (including your money) whether or not you are able to act for yourself. The meaning of authority over subjects listed on this form is explained in Title 75A, Chapter 2, Uniform Power of Attorney Act. This power of attorney does not authorize the agent to make health care decisions for you. You should select someone you trust to serve as your agent. Unless you specify otherwise, generally the agent's authority will continue until you die or revoke the power of attorney, or the agent resigns or is unable to act for you. Your agent is entitled to reasonable compensation unless you state otherwise in the Special Instructions. This form provides for designation of one agent. If you wish to name more than one agent you may name a coagent in the Special Instructions. Coagents are not required to act together unless you include that requirement in the Special Instructions. If your agent is unable or unwilling to act for you, your power of attorney will end unless you have named a successor agent. You may also name a second successor agent. This power of attorney becomes effective immediately unless you state otherwise in the Special Instructions. If you have questions about the power of attorney or the authority you are granting to your agent, you should seek legal advice before signing this form.

Advance Health Care Directive

Utah Code §75A-9-101 et seq. (Uniform Health-Care Decisions Act, effective January 1, 2026; enacted by SB 134, 2025 Gen. Sess., Ch. 439; replaces former §75-2a-101 et seq. and the briefly-codified §75A-3-101 et seq.)

Witnesses: 1 required

Utah requires 1 witness

Notarization: Not required

Notarization is not required but may be accepted

Document sections

HIPAA authorization

State-specific notes

•One adult witness required. Utah Code §75A-9-107(4)

•Witness disqualifications (§75A-9-107(4)(b)): the agent appointed by the individual; the agent's spouse or cohabitant; or, if the individual resides in or is receiving care in a nursing home or assisted living facility, the owner, operator, employee, or contractor of that facility

•Witness may be present in the same location, present by real-time audio-visual transmission, or (if the individual's identity is personally known to the witness or can be authenticated by Q&A) present by audio-only connection (§75A-9-107(5))

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Disposition of Remains Authorization

Names the agent who controls funeral, burial, or cremation decisions, with optional preferences.

HIPAA Authorization

Stand-alone PHI release that survives death for the period you specify, separate from the in-life authorization in your healthcare directive.

Nomination of Conservator

Pre-nominates the person you want a court to appoint if a conservator (or guardian of the estate) is ever needed.

Business Succession Declaration

Identifies your interests in any closely-held businesses and how they should be transferred or wound down.

Real-Estate Retitling Checklist

Step-by-step instructions for transferring real-property deeds into your trust so the trust actually controls those assets.

Letter of Instruction

Non-binding personal note to your executor and family: where to find documents, account access, funeral wishes, and other practical guidance.

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Disposition of remains authorization

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Nomination of conservator

Business succession declaration

Real-estate retitling checklist

Special needs trust provisions

Letter of instruction, pre-filled and editable

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Electronic will status

Utah has adopted electronic will legislation (2020). You may be able to create, sign, and witness a will electronically using approved methods.

Digital assets access

Utah has adopted RUFADAA (2017). This is the Revised Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act, which lets your executor, trustee, or agent access your email, social media, cryptocurrency wallets, cloud storage, and other digital accounts after death or incapacity.

To take advantage of RUFADAA, your will, trust, or power of attorney must explicitly grant authority to access digital assets. Without explicit authorization, service providers can deny access even to a court-appointed executor.

Remote online notarization (RON)

Utah authorized RON in 2019.

Will

Allowed

Trust

Allowed

POA

Allowed

Remote online witnessing (ROW)

Utah allows remote online witnessing for all estate planning documents. Witnesses can observe your signing over a live video call instead of being physically present.

Will

Allowed

Trust

Allowed

POA

Allowed

HC Directive

Allowed

This information is general in nature and not legal advice. Laws change. Consult a licensed estate planning attorney in Utah for guidance specific to your situation.

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