Will guide · Ghana
Making a will in Ghana — a free guide and template.
Without a will, PNDC Law 111 decides who gets your property. Here's how to make your own choices count — in plain English.
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What's free
- Write and edit your will online
- List your assets and name your people
- Download and print your will PDF
- Invite witnesses and check their ID
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What Live Will adds
- Secure vault for your signed copy
- Proof-of-life check-ins
- Release to the people you name, confirmed by two executors
- Invite beneficiaries to see what's theirs
Four steps to a valid will in Ghana
- 01
Check you can make a will
You must be 18 or over and of sound mind (Wills Act 1971, Act 360).
- 02
Write it in writing
Say who gets what, and name your executors. Describe land and houses precisely.
- 03
Sign with two witnesses present together
Both witnesses must be there at the same time, then sign in your presence.
- 04
Keep the original safe
Store it securely and tell your executors where it is.
Where OpenWill fits
OpenWill helps you write your will, keeps every version timestamped, and releases it only to the people you name. It isn't a law firm — for family land or complex estates, ask a Ghanaian lawyer to review it.
Wills in Ghana: questions
Who can make a will in Ghana?
Under the Wills Act 1971 (Act 360), anyone aged 18 or over and of sound mind can make a will.
How many witnesses do I need in Ghana?
Two. Both must be present at the same time when you sign or acknowledge your signature, and then sign themselves.
What happens if I die without a will in Ghana?
The Intestate Succession Law, 1985 (PNDC Law 111) decides how your property is shared. That may not match what you would have chosen.
Can I use OpenWill for a will in Ghana?
Yes, to plan and write it, keep a timestamped copy and make sure your executors can find it. Sign the original on paper with two witnesses, and ask a Ghanaian lawyer to review it, especially for family or stool land.
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