The court fee for making an application for a statutory will is £371.  Other fees may apply, for example, if the court decides to hold a hearing you may also have to pay £494 hearing fee and the Official Solicitor’s fees if one is appointed.  There will also be solicitor’s fees if you appoint a solicitor to assist you with the application.  In general, the costs of the application will be paid out of the person’s estate for whom the will is for.