Can I include an overseas address?

The Safewill platform requires an Australian or New Zealand address to proceed with an account. This is so we can ensure the Will is prepared in accordance with the right legal specifications. If you currently live overseas, you could choose to use a local address that you are strongly connected with and can be identified with, such as a family address. For example, an Australian citizen residing in Europe without a permanent address can use a family member’s Australian address, like a mother-in-law’s address, for this purpose. Additionally, non-residents, including non-Australian citizens, can use Safewill to create Wills for their Australian assets, provided they meet the same address requirements. Similarly, New Zealand citizens living overseas can use Safewill as long as they provide a New Zealand address. Safewill also requires an Australian phone number to complete the process. International phone numbers, such as those from Thailand, are not accepted. Safewill is designed to handle Australian assets, such as property, bank accounts, and investment properties. If you have assets in other countries, Safewill may not guarantee that your Will complies with foreign laws. For example, while you can list US stocks in your Will, you should seek legal advice in the US to ensure proper handling. To finalise your Will, you must sign it in front of two witnesses who watch you sign. Both witnesses must then sign each page of the Will using the exact same pen, preferably blue or black. If you have assets in multiple jurisdictions, it is common to prepare separate Wills in each relevant country or consult a legal expert specialising in cross-border estate planning.