Probate fees · Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador probate fees (2026)
Probate court fee in Newfoundland and Labrador: A $60 base, then $0.60 per $100 ($6 per $1,000, 0.6%) on value above $1,000. No cap. On a $500,000 estate, the fee is about $3,054. Here is the full schedule, worked examples at common estate sizes, and how Newfoundland and Labrador stacks up against every other province and territory.
The Newfoundland and Labrador probate court fee schedule
| Estate value | Fee charged |
|---|---|
| Up to $1,000 | $60 |
| Over $1,000 | $0.60 per $100 (0.6%) |
What it costs at common estate sizes
| Estate value | Newfoundland and Labrador probate fee |
|---|---|
| $250,000 | $1,554 |
| $500,000 | $3,054 |
| $1,000,000 | $6,054 |
| $2,000,000 | $12,054 |
The charge is levied in $100 units. Figures are from the Supreme Court of NL fee schedule.
Newfoundland and Labrador vs every province (probate fee on $500k and $1M)
| Province / territory | On $500,000 | On $1,000,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Manitoba | $0 | $0 |
| Yukon | $140 | $140 |
| Quebec | $243 | $243 |
| Nunavut | $425 | $425 |
| Northwest Territories | $435 | $435 |
| Alberta | $525 | $525 |
| Prince Edward Island | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| New Brunswick | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador (this page) | $3,054 | $6,054 |
| Saskatchewan | $3,700 | $7,200 |
| British Columbia | $6,650 | $13,650 |
| Ontario | $6,750 | $14,250 |
| Nova Scotia | $7,782.65 | $16,257.65 |
Cheapest first. Every schedule verified at its governing statute, regulation, or court fee table. BC and Saskatchewan figures include the flat filing fee.
Frequently asked questions
How much are probate fees in Newfoundland and Labrador?
Newfoundland and Labrador’s probate court fee is a $60 base, then $0.60 per $100 ($6 per $1,000, 0.6%) on value above $1,000. No cap. On a $500,000 estate that works out to $3,054, and on a $1,000,000 estate $6,054. Try other amounts in the probate fee calculator.
Is there a cap on Newfoundland and Labrador probate fees?
No — Newfoundland and Labrador’s fee has no maximum. It keeps rising with the value of the estate, which is why larger estates here can owe thousands.
How do Newfoundland and Labrador probate fees compare to other provinces?
Ranked by the fee on a $500,000 estate, Newfoundland and Labrador is #9 of 13 jurisdictions (cheapest first) — in the middle of the pack. The lowest is Manitoba ($0) and the highest is Nova Scotia ($7,782.65). The full table is above this FAQ.
How can I reduce probate fees in Newfoundland and Labrador?
Assets that pass outside the estate escape the fee: registered accounts and insurance with a named beneficiary (RRSP, RRIF, TFSA, life insurance), and assets held in joint ownership with right of survivorship. Gifting during life and certain trusts also help. Each carries trade-offs — see our estate-planning guide before acting.
Estimate the fee on your estate
Enter any value and province in the calculator, or read how probate fits the bigger estate-planning picture.
Educational information, not legal or tax advice. Newfoundland and Labrador’s schedule was verified June 13, 2026 at Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador — Schedule of Fees. Probate rules — including what counts as estate property and whether value is measured gross or net of debts — vary by province and change over time. Confirm the figure with the estate’s lawyer or the provincial court before relying on it.