Probate fees · Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan probate fees (2026)
Probate fee in Saskatchewan: $7 per $1,000 of estate value (0.7%), plus a flat $200 court filing fee. No cap. On a $500,000 estate, the fee is about $3,700. Here is the full schedule, worked examples at common estate sizes, and how Saskatchewan stacks up against every other province and territory.
The Saskatchewan probate fee schedule
| Estate value | Fee charged |
|---|---|
| Entire estate | $7 per $1,000 (0.7%) |
| Filing | + $200 flat fee |
Includes the separate flat $200 court filing fee.
What it costs at common estate sizes
| Estate value | Saskatchewan probate fee |
|---|---|
| $250,000 | $1,950 |
| $500,000 | $3,700 |
| $1,000,000 | $7,200 |
| $2,000,000 | $14,200 |
A Certificate of No Infants, if requested, adds a further $25 (not included above).
Saskatchewan 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 | $3,054 | $6,054 |
| Saskatchewan (this page) | $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 Saskatchewan?
Saskatchewan’s probate fee is $7 per $1,000 of estate value (0.7%), plus a flat $200 court filing fee. No cap. On a $500,000 estate that works out to $3,700, and on a $1,000,000 estate $7,200. Try other amounts in the probate fee calculator.
Is there a cap on Saskatchewan probate fees?
No — Saskatchewan’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 Saskatchewan probate fees compare to other provinces?
Ranked by the fee on a $500,000 estate, Saskatchewan is #10 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 Saskatchewan?
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. Saskatchewan’s schedule was verified June 13, 2026 at Saskatchewan Courts — Probating an estate. 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.