Probate Planning Tool

BC Probate Fee Calculator

Estimate the court fees and probate costs for your BC estate based on property value.

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$0$5,000,000+

This calculator estimates BC Supreme Court probate fees only. Other costs such as lawyer fees, accounting, appraisals, and property repairs are not included.

Estimated Probate Fees

Probate Court Fee
$9,600
Court Filing Fee
$200
Total Estimated Fees
$9,800

Fee Breakdown

First $550,000 × 0.6%$3,300
$450,000 × 1.4%$6,300

Tiered rate for estates over $550,000

Other Costs to Consider

  • • Estate lawyer fees: $3,000 - $8,000+
  • • Accountant/CPA fees: $2,000 - $5,000+
  • • Property appraisal: $500 - $1,500
  • • Real estate commission: 2-3% of sale price
  • • Property repairs & staging: Variable
  • • Insurance & utilities during sale: Variable

BC Probate Fee Schedule

Official BC Supreme Court probate fee rates for 2024-2025.

Estate Value RangeProbate Fee RateExample Fee
Under $25,000No fee$0
$25,001 - $550,0000.6% of estate value$150 - $3,300
Over $550,0000.6% + 1.4% over $550K$3,300 + 1.4%
Court Filing Fee(Estates $25K+)$200

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