Estate administration tax
Ontario Probate Fees Calculator 2026
Calculate Ontario's estate administration tax: $0 on the first $50,000 and $15 per $1,000 above.
Official 2026 rates, verified October 9, 2026
Assets in the deceased's name alone that pass under the will. Leave out jointly owned property and accounts with a named beneficiary.
Ontario estate administration tax at common values
| Estate value | Tax |
|---|---|
| $50,000 | $0 |
| $100,000 | $750 |
| $250,000 | $3,000 |
| $500,000 | $6,750 |
| $750,000 | $10,500 |
| $1,000,000 | $14,250 |
| $2,000,000 | $29,250 |
The estate value is rounded up to the next $1,000. For example, $239,250 is treated as $240,000: ($240,000 − $50,000) ÷ $1,000 × $15 = $2,850.
Frequently asked questions
How much is probate in Ontario?
Ontario's estate administration tax is $0 on the first $50,000 and $15 per $1,000 (or part of $1,000) above that. On a $500,000 estate it's $6,750; on $1,000,000 it's $14,250.
Is there probate tax on estates under $50,000 in Ontario?
No. Since January 1, 2020, there is no estate administration tax on estates of $50,000 or less, though an Estate Information Return is still required.
When is the Ontario Estate Information Return due?
Within 180 days after the certificate of appointment of estate trustee is issued.
Is real estate included in the estate value?
Yes, real estate in Ontario is included at its value less any mortgage registered against it. Other debts are not deducted. Property held jointly with right of survivorship is not included.
Also see: taxes when someone dies · probate fees in other provinces.
All rates and amounts on this page are taken from official government sources, including the Canada Revenue Agency, Revenu Québec and provincial and territorial finance ministries. Last verified October 9, 2026.