Which form is used to renounce probate?

• A. Form PA1
• B. Form PA15
• C. Form IHT400
• D. Form PA2

Answer: (B)

Renunciation of probate means an executor gives up their right to act as the person handling the estate. The official way to record that decision is by submitting Form PA15 to the Probate Registry. This form captures who is renouncing, confirms they do not intend to act as executor, and is signed to formalize the renunciation. Once accepted, that person is removed from the list of executors and the remaining executors (or administrators) can proceed with probate, usually by applying with Form PA1. Importantly, renunciation must happen before probate is granted; after a grant issues, renunciation isn’t possible. Inheritance tax paperwork, using IHT400, is a separate requirement for estates that need tax reporting and is not used to renounce. PA2 is simply another probate form used for different steps in the process and does not serve to renounce.