Like in most jurisdictions, the recognition of a will by a court of law requires precise formalities. We advise that most people have a will. For individuals with wills that shall be governed by Korean Law the formalities are noted below. We have omitted two forms of wills – a will by audio recording and dictation. These types of wills pose issues of authentication of the decadent and we believe it is not advisable – in most cases. Korean Holographic Wills A Holographic will is a handwritten will. For a holographic will to be enforceable in Korea the will should meet the following formalities: Written by the descendant Dated Signed Note the descendant’s name and address Sealed or contain a thumbprint. Additional details on holographic will may be found at: Korean Holographic Wills Korean Notarized Wills Will is executed before a Korean notary Two witnesses should be present at the notary
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