Will signing witness rules visual guide

This original visual guide summarises the will-signing formalities that are easy to overlook. It is intended for plain-English explainers, charity resources and consumer guidance where a simple visual reminder is useful.

You can use the image if you credit and link back to this page. It is general information only, not legal advice, and it should not be used for complex estates or disputed situations without professional input.

What the image covers

The will is in writing.
The person making it is 18 or over and of sound mind.
They sign in front of two adult witnesses.
Both witnesses sign in their presence.
Witnesses and their married partners should not benefit.
Review after marriage, divorce, children or major asset changes.

For more detail, read the legal requirements for a will guide and the when to use a solicitor guide.

Landscape version (16:9)

Will signing witness rules visual guide - landscape infographic

Landscape infographic explaining six will signing and witness rules for England and Wales

Usage note: You may use this image if you credit and link to this page.

Suggested attribution: Here4Wills.uk - https://here4wills.uk/will-signing-witness-rules-visual-guide/

Embed code

<a href="https://here4wills.uk/will-signing-witness-rules-visual-guide/"><img src="https://here4wills.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/will-signing-witness-rules-infographic-landscape-3840x2160-1-scaled.png" alt="Landscape infographic explaining six will signing and witness rules for England and Wales"></a><p>Source: <a href="https://here4wills.uk/will-signing-witness-rules-visual-guide/">Here4Wills</a></p>

Portrait version (9:16)

Will signing witness rules visual guide - portrait infographic

Portrait infographic explaining six will signing and witness rules for England and Wales

Usage note: You may use this image if you credit and link to this page.

Suggested attribution: Here4Wills.uk - https://here4wills.uk/will-signing-witness-rules-visual-guide/

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<a href="https://here4wills.uk/will-signing-witness-rules-visual-guide/"><img src="https://here4wills.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/will-signing-witness-rules-infographic-portrait-2160x3840-1-scaled.png" alt="Portrait infographic explaining six will signing and witness rules for England and Wales"></a><p>Source: <a href="https://here4wills.uk/will-signing-witness-rules-visual-guide/">Here4Wills</a></p>

How to use this infographic

You may use either version of this infographic in a relevant article, classroom resource, charity guide, local group handout or student explainer if you include visible credit and link back to this source page.

Use the landscape version for articles, presentations and desktop pages.
Use the portrait version for phones, Pinterest-style sharing and vertical handouts.
Do not alter the wording in a way that changes the meaning.
Do not present the illustration as a real photograph or official endorsement.

Suggested attribution

Source: Here4Wills.uk - https://here4wills.uk/will-signing-witness-rules-visual-guide/

For more context, see Will signing witness rules: common mistakes to avoid.