How to Request a Large Print PA1P Form for Visually Impaired Applicants

If you need to apply for probate using the PA1P form but require a large print version due to visual impairment, HM Courts & Tribunals Service provides a specific large print edition of the form for citizen applicants. This version makes the application process more accessible for those with sight difficulties.

Steps to Obtain the Large Print PA1P Form

1. Download the Large Print Form Online: The large print PA1P form is available as a PDF document on the official government website. It features larger text and formatting designed to improve readability compared to the standard form.
2. Request by Email: If you use assistive technology such as a screen reader and find the downloadable PDF unsuitable, you can email hmctsforms@justice.gov.uk to request the form in a more accessible format. When contacting them, please specify the assistive technology you use and mention that you require the large print version of the PA1P form.
3. Printed Copies from Local Courts: If you prefer a physical copy or cannot access the internet, you may contact your local court to ask for a printed large print PA1P form. Since not all courts may hold this version in stock, it is advisable to call ahead and confirm availability.

Important Considerations

• The large print form is intended primarily for citizen applicants applying for probate where the deceased left a will.
• Probate practitioners or solicitors applying on behalf of clients may need to use a different version of the PA1P form, which may not be available in large print. In such cases, contacting the forms team by email is recommended to discuss accessibility options.
• Applying online for probate is also an option. However, if you have difficulty with digital formats, the large print paper form is a practical alternative.
• The large print PA1P form contains more pages than the standard version to accommodate the larger text, so ensure you have sufficient space to complete it fully.

Example

For example, Mrs Smith, who has limited sight, wishes to apply for probate as an executor named in her late father’s will. She downloads the large print PA1P form from the official website and completes it at home. When she encounters a question about the estate’s value, she refers to the guidance notes included with the form. If she has difficulty reading any section, she can email hmctsforms@justice.gov.uk to request assistance or an alternative accessible format.

In summary, the large print PA1P form is available to help visually impaired applicants complete their probate application by post. Contacting the forms team via email or your local court can assist if you need a printed copy or a different accessible format.

Official reference: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/form-pa1p-apply-for-probate-the-deceased-had-a-will. Always check the latest official guidance. Related forms: Browse our form category.

Important: This article provides general information. Government rules, forms and procedures can change, and this article may not reflect the latest updates. Check current GOV.UK guidance or the relevant authority before relying on it. ITG & Co. is independent and is not affiliated with a government department.