When Is Resealing of Probate Necessary in Malaysia? / Estate Planning / By yingni In today’s globalised world, it is common for individuals to hold assets in multiple countries. When a person passes away overseas but leaves behind property, bank accounts, or investments in Malaysia, their foreign Grant of Probate cannot be used directly here. Instead, the estate representative must apply for a legal process known as the resealing of probate. Resealing allows the Malaysian courts to formally…
"When Is Resealing of Probate Necessary in Malaysia?"Month: June 2026
What is a Letter of Administration and How Does It Differ from Probate? / Estate Planning / By yingni When a loved one passes away, their estate cannot simply be distributed immediately—even if family members know the deceased’s wishes. In Malaysia, the law requires that estates be administered through a formal legal process, and this process takes two main forms: a Grant of Probate or a Letter of Administration (LA). The key distinction lies in whether the deceased…
"What is a Letter of Administration and How Does It Differ from Probate?"