Oath of Administrator Including Bond - De Bonis Non for More Than One Applicant

What this form is for

• • Use when more than one person applies for administration of a de bonis non estate.
• • Use instead of the single‑applicant Oath of Administrator form.
• • Use when a bond is required by the court to protect creditors.
• • Use after the death of the original intestate and when the estate is known to be empty.
• • Use when you are applying to the High Court for a grant of administration.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

The oath and bond must be filed with the application for administration, typically within 30 days of the death or as directed by the court’s notice.

Before you submit

• • All applicant names spelled exactly as on ID documents
• • Each applicant’s signature present
• • Oath witnessed by an authorised official
• • Bond amount entered and attached
• • Form signed on the correct date
• • Correct version of the form used
• • Supporting documents (death certificate, ID) attached
• • Submission method (post or e‑filing) confirmed
• • Cover letter referencing the case number included

How to file this form

1. 1Download or collect the latest form version.
2. 2Complete applicant details and bond information.
3. 3Arrange for a Commissioner for Oaths or solicitor to witness each oath.
4. 4Attach the bond security documentation.
5. 5Submit the form and supporting papers to the Central Office or via e‑filing.
6. 6Obtain a receipt or filing confirmation from the court.
7. 7Keep a copy for your records.

Known limitations

• • Form only applies to de bonis non estates with multiple applicants.
• • Does not cover estates with remaining assets.
• • Bond amount may be subject to court discretion; the form does not set the amount.
• • Electronic filing requires a valid digital certificate.
• • Not suitable for applications to the District Court.