VT · Will requirements
Vermont will requirements
Witnesses required
3
Unusual — most states require 2
Holographic will
Not valid
Community property
No
Minimum age
18
Witness requirements
Three credible witnesses required — one of few US states requiring 3. All must attest and subscribe in the presence of the testator and each other
Holographic (handwritten) wills
Holographic wills are not recognized in Vermont. Your will must be typed and properly witnessed.
Self-proving affidavit (recommended)
Vermont 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
- Vermont requires three witnesses — most states only require two
- Witnesses must sign in each other's presence
Official sources
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