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Understanding Islamic Wills in Singapore
What is a Wasiat?
A Wasiat is an Islamic will that allows Muslims to distribute up to one-third (1/3) of their estate to non-Faraid beneficiaries - individuals or causes not automatically entitled under Islamic inheritance law.
The remaining two-thirds (2/3) must be distributed according to Faraid, the Islamic law of succession which prescribes specific shares to certain family members.
How Muslim Estates Work in Singapore
Faraid Portion (2/3 of Estate)
Automatically distributed according to Islamic law. The Syariah Court issues an Inheritance Certificate specifying each heir's share based on Quranic principles.
Wasiat Portion (Up to 1/3 of Estate)
You have freedom to bequeath this portion to non-heirs: friends, charities, adopted children, or anyone not automatically entitled under Faraid.
Important Restriction
You cannot use the Wasiat portion to give more to Faraid heirs (those already entitled under Islamic law). The 1/3 is specifically for non-heirs.
Faraid Distribution Rules
Under Faraid, specific family members receive prescribed shares. The exact distribution depends on which relatives survive you:
Primary Heirs (Always Receive a Share)
- Spouse: Husband receives 1/4 (if children) or 1/2 (no children); Wife receives 1/8 (if children) or 1/4 (no children)
- Children: Sons receive double the share of daughters
- Parents: Father and mother each receive 1/6 if there are children
Secondary Heirs (If No Primary Heirs)
- Grandparents
- Siblings (full, half from father, half from mother - different shares)
- Nephews and nieces
- Uncles and aunts
Why Make a Wasiat?
Provide for Non-Heirs
Leave something to adopted children, stepchildren, friends, or elderly relatives who aren't Faraid heirs.
Charitable Giving (Sadaqah Jariah)
Donate to mosques, Islamic charities, or other causes - earning ongoing rewards (sawab) after death.
Appoint an Executor
Name someone you trust to administer your estate and ensure both Faraid and Wasiat are properly executed.
Express Funeral Wishes
Document your preferences for Islamic burial rites and any specific instructions.
Clarify Your Wishes
Even if you're content with Faraid distribution, a Wasiat documents your intentions and can prevent family disputes.
Islamic Will Services in Singapore
MUIS (Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura)
GovernmentMUIS provides guidance on Islamic estate planning and can assist with Faraid calculations. They also maintain the Inheritance Certificate process through the Syariah Court.
Best for: General guidance and Faraid information
Islamic Law Firms
$600 - $1,500Specialised law firms with Muslim lawyers experienced in both Shariah and Singapore civil law. They can draft comprehensive Wasiat documents and advise on complex situations.
Best for: Complex estates, cross-border issues, detailed planning
Islamic Trust Companies
$500 - $1,200Organisations like Warees (an MUIS subsidiary) offer Wasiat services combined with executor and trustee services, providing end-to-end Islamic estate management.
Best for: Those wanting professional executor services
Special Considerations
CPF and Insurance
Your CPF savings and insurance policies with nominations bypass both your Wasiat and Faraid. Make Muslim-friendly nominations through CPF and your insurers to ensure these assets are distributed according to your wishes.
Joint Property
Property held as joint tenants passes automatically to the surviving owner - this may conflict with Faraid. Consider tenants-in-common ownership if you want your property share to be distributed according to Islamic law.
Non-Muslim Beneficiaries
Under traditional Faraid, non-Muslims cannot inherit from Muslims. However, you can use your 1/3 Wasiat portion to provide for non-Muslim family members or friends.
Debts and Funeral Expenses
Islamic law requires that debts and funeral expenses be paid first, before any distribution. Your Wasiat should account for these obligations.
The Process
Consultation
Meet with an Islamic estate planner to discuss your assets, family situation, and wishes for the Wasiat portion.
Faraid Estimation
Calculate approximate Faraid shares so you understand how the 2/3 portion will be distributed and can plan the 1/3 accordingly.
Draft Wasiat
The specialist drafts your Wasiat, ensuring it complies with both Islamic principles and Singapore law.
Execution & Storage
Sign with two Muslim witnesses. Store the original safely and inform your executor of its location.
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