Document background
The Letter of Intent for Will serves as a crucial preliminary document in Indonesian estate planning, particularly when immediate creation of a formal will is not possible or practical. This document type is commonly used when individuals wish to formally record their testamentary intentions while preparing for a more comprehensive will, or when time is needed for proper estate evaluation and planning. The document must comply with Indonesian legal requirements, including the Civil Code (KUHPer) and, for Muslim citizens, the Compilation of Islamic Law (KHI). While not as legally binding as a formal will, a Letter of Intent for Will provides important evidence of the declarant's intentions and can serve as a guide for estate distribution if death occurs before the formal will is created. It typically includes basic estate information, intended beneficiaries, and key distribution wishes, while acknowledging the plan to create a formal will within a specified timeframe.
