Overview  

The administration of deceased estates involves various legal and administrative requirements, including the reporting and registration of estates with the relevant Master's Office. As processes increasingly move towards digital platforms, accounting professionals, estate practitioners and other stakeholders need to understand how to navigate online registration systems, submit the required documentation and comply with applicable procedures. Familiarity with these systems can help improve efficiency, reduce administrative delays and minimise errors when dealing with deceased estate matters.

Join Jako Liebenberg CA(SA) on 8 December 2026 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm for an informative webinar on the Masters' Office Deceased Estate Online Registration System. The session will explore the online registration process, the information and supporting documentation required, common challenges encountered during submissions and practical considerations when managing deceased estate registrations. Attendees will gain insight into navigating the system more effectively, addressing registration-related queries and ensuring that submissions are accurate and complete.

Learning objectives  

Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills: 

• Understand the purpose and role of the Masters' Office Deceased Estate Online Registration System.

• Identify the key requirements for reporting and registering a deceased estate through the online system.

• Understand the information and supporting documentation required for deceased estate registration.

• Gain insight into the steps involved in completing and submitting an online deceased estate registration.

• Identify common errors, omissions and challenges that may delay the registration process.

• Understand how to address registration queries and resolve common administrative issues.

• Acquire practical knowledge to improve the accuracy and efficiency of deceased estate registration submissions.

• Understand the importance of complying with applicable legal and administrative requirements when reporting deceased estates.

Content 

The webinar will cover the following topics:  

• 1. Introduction to Deceased Estate Administration

• Overview of deceased estate administration in South Africa.

• The role and responsibilities of the Master's Office.

• The importance of reporting a deceased estate and complying with applicable requirements.

• An overview of the deceased estate registration process.

• 2. Introduction to the Masters' Office Online Registration System

• Purpose and functionality of the online registration system.

• Accessing the system and understanding its main features.

• Navigating the online platform and available registration options.

• Understanding the role of digital processes in deceased estate administration.

• 3. Requirements for Deceased Estate Registration

• Information required when reporting a deceased estate.

• Identifying the relevant parties and their respective details.

• 4. Step-by-Step Online Registration Process

• Accessing the relevant online registration platform.

• Capturing the deceased person's details.

• Providing information relating to the estate and relevant representatives.

• Uploading and submitting the required supporting documentation.

• Reviewing information before final submission.

• Understanding submission confirmations and reference details, where applicable.

• 5. Common Registration Errors and Challenges

• Incomplete or inaccurate information.

• Missing, incorrect or incorrectly uploaded supporting documents.

• Difficulties accessing or navigating the online system.

• Common submission issues and potential causes of delays.

• Practical approaches to preventing errors and improving submission accuracy.

• 6. Follow-Up Procedures and Resolving Registration Queries

• Monitoring the progress of a registration submission, where the system allows.

• Responding to requests for additional information or documentation.

• Addressing rejected, incomplete or queried submissions.

• Understanding the importance of record-keeping and maintaining supporting documentation.

• Following up with the relevant Master's Office when necessary.

• 7. Practical Demonstration and Frequently Asked Questions

• Demonstration of the online registration process, subject to system access and presenter arrangements.

• Discussion of common practical scenarios encountered during registration.

• Guidance on navigating challenges and avoiding common mistakes.

• Questions and answers on the online deceased estate registration process.

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• Supporting documentation required for registration.

• Understanding the importance of accurate and complete information.

Obtaining your CPD certificate 

This training is compliant with the International Education Standard (IES7) issued by the International Federation of Accountants and recognised for CPD by relevant professional bodies including ACCA, CIMA, IAC, IIA, SAICA and SAIPA. 

All attendees are issued with a CPD certificate available in an online profile.   

About the presenter    

Jako Liebenberg CA(SA)  

Jako was born in Port Elizabeth and matriculated in 1993 from Grey College in Bloemfontein. He became a Chartered Accountant and Registered Public Auditor in 2001 after completing his training period. Jako’s entire career has been in Public Practice except for a stint as CFO in the Free State Provincial Government from 2010 to 2012. 

Jako consults for clients across South Africa on Accounting Standards and Compliance, Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment, Tax and Business Development.  

Jako serves as an Assessor the Free State High Court of Appeals as representative in Public Practice. Jako is also a registered SAICA assessor for Trainees. He also serves on the executive committee of the SA Bisley Union and is very active in the promotion of shooting sport through the development of young shooters. 

Who should attend? 

The following persons will benefit from attending this webinar: 

• Practising accountants including: CA(SA), Professional Accountant (SA), AGA(SA), FCCA, BAP(SA), BA(SA) and ACCA. 

• Independent reviewers. 

• Registered auditors. 

• Compilers. 

Price 

• R 450.00 - Online admission - Individual. 

• Group Price 1 - From R337 per person (up to 5 users)  

• Group Price 2 - From R260 per person (up to 10 users)  

• Group Price 3 - From R224 per person (over 11 users) 

Steps to register for the event:  

If you already have a profile, login and register for the webinar. 

If you don’t have a profile, create a free profile then login and register for the webinar. 

Click here to create a free profile (There is no charge to create a profile and gain access to our free Monthly Practice Management Series). 

Click here to find out about the Technical Resource Centre & CPD Subscription options. 

 Additional material 

By attending this webinar you will be provided with: 

• A summarised slide presentation. 

• Reference documents and/or course material where available. 

• You can ask questions during the webinar and you will also have access to the presenter after the webinar 

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