TX · Will requirements
Texas will requirements
Witnesses required
2
Standard requirement
Holographic will
Valid
Community property
Yes
Minimum age
18
Witness requirements
Two credible witnesses (at least 14 years old) must sign in the presence of the testator
Holographic (handwritten) wills
Holographic wills are valid in Texas. A holographic will must be entirely in the testator’s own handwriting and signed. No witnesses are required for a holographic will.
Self-proving affidavit (recommended)
Texas 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.
Community property
Texas is a community property state. Your spouse generally owns half of all property acquired during the marriage.
Important notes
- Community property state
- Self-proving affidavit available via one-step or two-step method
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