Neil and Dorothy Cameron, (age 70’s) at their home in Edinburgh. Photo: Abbie Trayler-Smith/Oxfam
I used the Oxfam Will service…they did the job in minimum time.”
Neil Cameron, Legacy Pledger
Free Will writing services
How would you like to write your free Will?
We offer four different free Will writing services for you to choose from. So whether it's online, over the phone or in person, you can have peace of mind that our trusted partners will work around you.
Choose your service to get started today.
Make your Will online in under 30 minutes with our partner Farewill. This is the ideal option if you want a fast and easy service, have simple requirements and are sure what you want your Will to include.
We’ll send you a pack in the post with a list of participating solicitors in your area. Simply select one and use the contact details provided to arrange your appointment with them. This is the option for you if your circumstances are more complex.
If you have simple requirements and want a quick service, request an appointment with a professional Will writer who will take your instructions over the phone. Our partners, Co-op Legal Services, will be in touch within 3 weeks to book your call.
With appointments available 7 days a week, in the daytime and evenings, this option is perfect if you’re looking for flexibility but still want in-person support. Our partners, The Goodwill Partnership, will call you within 3 weeks to arrange for a local Will Writer to visit you at home.
Benefits of the free Will writing service
Want to know more about your options?
Watch our free Wills tutorial
If you’re not sure which option is right for you, watch our short video for extra details on all our offerings.
From the benefits of each service to any caveats involved - we’ll guide you through selecting the ideal free Will for you.
Free Will writing service FAQs
Answers to commonly asked questions
Do I have to leave a gift to Oxfam?
We can offer our free Will writing service because Oxfam takes on the cost and although 65% of people choose to leave a gift to Oxfam, this is not a requirement.
Even so, we’re incredibly grateful for anything we receive. Your gift, no matter how large or small, is one of the most powerful ways you can ensure that future generations get the opportunity to live in a fairer, more just, and more equitable world.
Find out why other supporters, like Neil, have chosen to include Oxfam in their Will.
What is a simple Will?
A simple Will is a straightforward, legal document for individuals with uncomplicated estates who wish to leave their assets directly to a spouse, partner, or children.
Typically, a simple Will names executors to manage the estate, appoints guardians for children under 18, and covers the distribution of assets without complex trusts or tax planning.
This type of Will is ideal for straightforward estates, such as married couples with children or single individuals with simple, direct gifts.
It is not suitable, however, if you wish to include complex arrangements like lifetime trusts, tax-efficient planning for large estates subject to inheritance tax (over £325,000 per individual), or complex business assets.
* Does the service differ in different parts of the UK?
Yes, it does. If you live in England and Wales, all four services are available to you.
If you live in Scotland, the available services are the local solicitor option and over the phone via Farewill. If you’re not using our Free Will service and want to leave a gift to Oxfam, we recommend consulting a solicitor in Scotland to ensure your Will complies with the Scottish legal system.
If you live in Northern Ireland, you can access Oxfam Ireland’s free Will writing service.
How easy is it?
Once you’ve made key decisions about where you want your money and belongings to go, our Will-writing service is surprisingly easy.
For help getting your affairs in order download our free Will Planner.
To find out the step-by-step process of our Free Will service download our free Gifts in Wills Guide or request a postal version.
Can my partner and I make mirror Wills with Oxfam?
Yes, you and your partner can make mirror Wills using our Free Will Service. Or, if you would like, you can write your Wills separately.
Mirror Wills are the standard Wills a couple (married or not) may make which simply mirror each other. Instead of making two separate Wills with identical provisions, a mirror Will is a more cost-effective option for couples if they both want the same things.
If you and your partner would like mirror Wills, only one of you need apply for the service.
Please let your provider know this is your intention at first contact, or when providing your Will instructions. If you would like to make separate Wills, however, then both of you will need to make a request.
Can Oxfam be my executor?
You can choose to name Oxfam GB as an executor if needed, however please be aware that due to limited in-house capacity we will then have to instruct external solicitors to deal with the estate on our behalf. For this reason we advise that you appoint solicitors or trusted individuals to administer your Will instead. We would recommend choosing at least two executors.
Can I indicate which country or project my gift will go to?
We usually ask people not to specify where they want their gift to go. That’s because the projects and countries we work in are always changing. And ultimately, a gift in your Will is a long-term promise to invest in Oxfam’s work, wherever it’s most needed.
However, if you do specify a region as the beneficiary of your gift, we will work hard to honour that request.
Already using the Oxfam Free Will Service
I started my free Will with Oxfam and one of the providers. Why haven't I heard anything?
If you are having trouble contacting our providers or the free Will process has stalled, please call us on 0300 200 1331 or email giftsinwills@oxfam.org.uk and we will resolve this issue on your behalf.
I missed my call-back, what should I do?
Some of our services include call-backs from our providers. If you’re waiting on a call-back, please check that you have confirmed your call-back time via text or email.
If you have missed, or fear that you have missed a call-back from one of our service providers please call us on 0300 200 1331 or email giftsinwills@oxfam.org.uk and will resolve this issue on your behalf.