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Arkansas Probate Forms Finder

Find the forms you need based on your situation. Arkansas publishes a set of official probate forms (Form 1 through Form 33) through the Arkansas Judiciary. Probate is filed in the Circuit Court (Probate Division) of the decedent's county. Use the form finder with county filing-office instructions, source links, and supporting records before you file.

The circuit clerk acts as the probate clerk. Counties may have local cover sheets or filing procedures; check with your county circuit clerk's office.

Arkansas Probate Forms by Situation

Download official forms from the Arkansas Judiciary (arcourts.gov/forms-and-publications/court-forms/probate-division/forms), or contact your county circuit clerk's office for local requirements.

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Official Resources

Download official forms from the Arkansas Judiciary (arcourts.gov/forms-and-publications/court-forms/probate-division/forms), or contact your county circuit clerk's office for local requirements.

Arkansas Judiciary - Official Probate Forms

Official statewide probate forms (Form 1 through Form 33), including the small estate affidavit and letters

Arkansas Judiciary - Court Forms

All official Arkansas court forms by division

Arkansas Code Title 28

Wills, Estates, and Fiduciary Relationships - the governing probate statutes

Arkansas DFA - Office of Motor Vehicle

Vehicle title transfer information and forms

Important Notes

  • -Arkansas publishes official statewide probate forms (Form 1 through Form 33) through the Arkansas Judiciary
  • -Probate is filed in the Circuit Court (Probate Division) of the decedent's county; the circuit clerk is the probate clerk
  • -The estate filing fee is $165 statewide ($150 base under Ark. Code § 21-6-403(b)(1) plus a $15 court technology fee under § 21-6-416)
  • -The small estate affidavit (Form 23) requires the estate to be $100,000 or less and 45 days to have passed since death
  • -Creditor claims are barred 6 months after first publication of notice (Ark. Code § 28-50-101)
  • -Application to probate a will or open administration must be made within 5 years of death (Ark. Code § 28-40-103)
  • -Arkansas has no estate tax, inheritance tax, or probate tax

Sources: Arkansas Judiciary - Official Probate Forms | Arkansas Code (Title 28)

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How to Use Arkansas Probate Forms

Find the forms you need based on your situation. Arkansas publishes a set of official probate forms (Form 1 through Form 33) through the Arkansas Judiciary. Probate is filed in the Circuit Court (Probate Division) of the decedent's county.

The circuit clerk acts as the probate clerk. Counties may have local cover sheets or filing procedures; check with your county circuit clerk's office.

The form finder groups records such as Will Delivery, Probate of Will and Appointment (Testate), Appointment of Administrator (Intestate), Small Estate Affidavit so you can start with the likely procedure rather than one isolated form number.

Use source links such as Arkansas Judiciary - Official Probate Forms, Arkansas Judiciary - Court Forms, Arkansas Code Title 28 as starting points, then confirm the county Circuit Court probate division or local filing-office instructions before filing.

Choose the filing path

Common filing paths in this data include Small Estate Affidavit (Form 23), Probate of Will and Appointment of Personal Representative, Appointment of Administrator, Affidavit to Claim Against Estate. Match the estate facts to the correct path before preparing forms.

Verify the county packet

Check the county Circuit Court probate division or local filing-office instructions for coversheets, copy rules, appointments, fees, and filing methods.

Pull supporting records first

Collect the original will if one exists, certified death certificates, asset values, deed or title records, heir and beneficiary details, and creditor information before filling out the packet.

Source note 1

Arkansas publishes official statewide probate forms (Form 1 through Form 33) through the Arkansas Judiciary

Source note 2

Probate is filed in the Circuit Court (Probate Division) of the decedent's county; the circuit clerk is the probate clerk

Source note 3

The estate filing fee is $165 statewide ($150 base under Ark. Code § 21-6-403(b)(1) plus a $15 court technology fee under § 21-6-416)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I get Arkansas probate forms?
Start with Arkansas Judiciary - Official Probate Forms, Arkansas Judiciary - Court Forms, Arkansas Code Title 28. Then verify local county instructions before you file, because packet rules, copy requirements, fees, and filing methods can vary.
How do I know which Arkansas probate form I need?
Start with the filing path, not the form number. The right packet depends on will status, asset type and value, creditor issues, heirs or beneficiaries, and whether a simplified procedure fits.
Can I file Arkansas probate forms without an attorney?
Some paths may allow self-filing, but the answer still depends on the estate, the county office, disputes, real estate, creditors, and tax facts. Verify the county rules and get legal help when rights or strategy are unclear.
What should I gather before filling out Arkansas probate forms?
Gather the original will if one exists, certified death certificates, asset and debt lists, deed or title records, beneficiary records, and names and addresses for heirs or beneficiaries.

Arkansas Source Notes

Arkansas Judiciary - Official Probate Forms - Arkansas Judiciary - Official Probate Forms. Accessed 2026-06-15.
Arkansas Code (Title 28) - Arkansas Code (Title 28). Accessed 2026-06-15.
Arkansas Judiciary - Arkansas Judiciary. Accessed 2026-06-15.
Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) - Office of Motor Vehicle - Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) - Office of Motor Vehicle. Accessed 2026-06-15.

Information current as of June 15, 2026

This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Probate laws and procedures in Arkansas can change. Consult with a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation. Full disclaimer.

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