As the largest of 3 in Wales, Cardiff probate registry is the principle office. If you need to contact them, you can do so by using the details listed below. Her Majesty's Courts & Tribunals Service staff can help you with your application for probate; which forms to fill out, what documents to include and details about your interview.
Cardiff Probate Office
3rd Floor Cardiff Magistrates Court
Fitzalan Place
Cardiff
South Wales
CF24 0RZ
02920 474373
CardiffDPRenquiries@hmcts.gsi.gov.uk
The probate registry Cardiff is open to the public from Monday to Friday between 09:30 and 16:00.
Although it is open to the general public, it is recommended that you call with details of your enquiry before attending. This will save you a wasted journey in the event that staff cannot assist you. Staff are extremely busy and appointments will be required. As a court building, there are strict security measures in place and you'll be expected to respect these, you'll more than likely have to produce photographic identification.
Important Note
The registry staff are not qualified to give you any legal advice, they may be able to point you in the right direction but in relation to the following, it is recommended that you consult a professional:
The registry cannot help you with estate administration once the grant has been issued. If you require advice about your duties as an executor, or encounter problems with obtaining access to assets, shares, trusts and property, you should seek legal advice.
About IWC
IWC are a specialist probate and estate administration company, we can assist you with all the legal and financial aspects involved. If you've been appointed as an executor or administrator, we can complete the entire process on your behalf for a low fixed fee.
Probate is by no means easy, if you're experiencing difficulties, why not call our free advice line? You can speak to an advisor 7 days a week until 10pm on 0800 612 6105.