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Article 805

RA 386 · Civil Code of the PhilippinesKey provision

ELI5— what this means for you

A notarial will (ordinary will) must: be in writing, signed on every page by the testator and at least 3 credible witnesses, all present simultaneously, and acknowledged before a notary public.

Key point

A notarial will requires 3 witnesses who sign every page together with the testator — before a notary.

Official text — RA 386

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