Lawyer (simple will)
GHS 2,000 to GHS 5,000
A lawyer drafts a straightforward will for your own situation, usually quoted as a flat fee agreed before the work starts.
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⚠️ This guide was researched and updated in May 2026. Laws and regulations change frequently. For specific legal advice regarding your jurisdiction, please consult with local legal counsel.
How Much Does a Will Cost in Ghana?
The cost of a will in Ghana depends mostly on the lawyer you instruct and how involved your estate is. The Ghana Bar Association publishes a scale of maximum fees, and many lawyers quote below it. This guide sets out the typical figures and what tends to push the price up.
The short answer
There is no single price. A simple will usually costs a flat fee agreed with the lawyer before the work starts, within the Bar Association scale. Depositing the will with the High Court Registrar is optional and charged separately.
Price does not decide validity. The Wills Act, 1971 sets the formalities, and a will made without a lawyer can still be valid. See do I need a lawyer to write a will for what those rules involve.
What drives the price
Cost tends to follow complexity and the amount of tailored advice, not the length of the document.
Estate complexity
A modest estate sits at the lower end; several properties, a business, family land or assets abroad push the price up.
Family circumstances
Several households, dependants to provide for or customary family expectations usually call for more careful drafting, which tends to cost more.
Town and experience
Fees in Accra and Kumasi tend to be higher, and a senior lawyer usually charges more than a junior one.
Deposit and extras
Depositing the will with the High Court, and later changes by codicil, may be charged on top of the drafting fee, so compare what each quote includes.
What a will typically costs in Ghana
The table below sets out typical Ghanaian figures for each route, what each usually includes and where the figures come from. They are an overview for information only; always check a lawyer’s current quote before deciding.
Typical Ghanaian market ranges for informational purposes only. The Ghana Bar Association publishes a scale of maximum fees that lawyers and clients negotiate within, and depositing a will with the High Court Registrar is optional and charged separately. Prices vary by lawyer, town and estate complexity, and may change over time. Always check the source and consult a professional before deciding.
Bar Association scale (simple will)
Up to GHS 9,000
The most the Ghana Bar Association scale of fees allows for a simple will. Many lawyers quote below it.
Source: lexisghana.com (opens in a new tab) · as of 27 Sept 2026
Bar Association scale (complex will)
Up to GHS 18,000
The scale maximum for a complex will, such as one dealing with several properties, a business or family trusts.
Source: lexisghana.com (opens in a new tab) · as of 27 Sept 2026
Depositing the will with the High Court
GHS 50
An optional fee for the Registrar to register the will and keep it safe, paid on top of any drafting fee.
Source: lexisghana.com (opens in a new tab) · as of 27 Sept 2026
Frequently asked questions
How much does a will cost in Ghana?
It depends on the lawyer and the estate. A simple will is usually a modest flat fee, and the Bar Association scale caps what a lawyer may charge. The dated figures and their sources are in the table above; always check a current quote.
Do I have to deposit my will with the court?
Generally not. Depositing a will with the High Court Registrar is optional, but it keeps the original safe. Any fee for it is charged separately from the drafting fee.
Can I negotiate a lawyer’s fee?
Often, yes. The scale sets maximum fees, and the fee is usually agreed with the lawyer before the work starts, so it is worth asking what a quote includes.
Are there ongoing costs after making a will?
There can be. You may pay again to revise a will or add a codicil after a marriage, a new child or a change in your assets.
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