GA · Will requirements
Georgia will requirements
Witnesses required
2
Standard requirement
Holographic will
Not valid
Community property
No
Minimum age
14
Georgia minimum is 14
Witness requirements
Two competent witnesses must sign in the presence of the testator
Holographic (handwritten) wills
Holographic wills are not recognized in Georgia. Your will must be typed and properly witnessed.
Self-proving affidavit (recommended)
Georgia allows wills to be made self-proving by having a notary acknowledge the signatures. A self-proving will can be admitted to probate without requiring witness testimony — saving your executor significant time and hassle.
Important notes
- Minimum age is 14 (one of the lowest in the US)
Official sources
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