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The time it takes to get probate or letters of administration varies according to the circumstances. It may only take three to five weeks if there are no complications, inheritance tax is not payable, the estate is straightforward and all forms are filled in properly.
Brothers and sisters who share the same parents with the deceased and their children. Brothers and sisters who share only one parent with the deceased. Grand Parents of the deceased. Uncles and Aunts of the deceased.
The short answer: 2 to 6 months. Typically 3 months. In the best-case scenario, getting your letters testamentary will take just 2 months.
The timeline for completion and grant of Letter of Administration is about 3 5 months. Although, with the introduction of the electronic filing system in Lagos State Probate registry, it is expected that with time, the process will become faster.
Once letters of administration is approved by the Probate Registry, an Estate fee of 5% to 10% of the value of the Estate, depending on the State must be paid to the State Government where the Letters of administration application is made and approved.