Probate fees · Quebec
Quebec probate fees (2026)
Will-verification court fee in Quebec: A flat court fee of about $243 in 2026 for non-notarial wills — and nothing at all for a notarial will. On a $500,000 estate, the fee is about $243. Here is the full schedule, worked examples at common estate sizes, and how Quebec stacks up against every other province and territory.
The Quebec will-verification court fee schedule
| Estate value | Fee charged |
|---|---|
| Notarial will (any value) | $0 — no probate needed |
| Non-notarial will (holograph or witnessed) | Flat ~$243 (2026) |
A notarial will is self-proving in Quebec, so it requires no probate and no fee regardless of estate size.
What it costs at common estate sizes
| Estate value | Quebec probate fee |
|---|---|
| $250,000 | $243 |
| $500,000 | $243 |
| $1,000,000 | $243 |
| $2,000,000 | $243 |
The fee is a single flat amount, not value-based. The statutory base is $106 (natural person); it is indexed annually and reached $243 for 2026.
Quebec 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 (this page) | $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 | $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 Quebec?
Quebec’s will-verification court fee is a flat court fee of about $243 in 2026 for non-notarial wills — and nothing at all for a notarial will. On a $500,000 estate that works out to $243, and on a $1,000,000 estate $243. Try other amounts in the probate fee calculator.
Is there a cap on Quebec probate fees?
Yes — Quebec’s fee is effectively capped at $243, no matter how large the estate. That makes it one of the most predictable in Canada.
How do Quebec probate fees compare to other provinces?
Ranked by the fee on a $500,000 estate, Quebec is #3 of 13 jurisdictions (cheapest first) — one of the lowest probate costs in Canada. 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 Quebec?
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. Quebec’s schedule was verified June 13, 2026 at Tarif des frais judiciaires en matière civile (LégisQuébec). 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.