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Revolut does not publish a fixed probate threshold in the same way as traditional UK banks. As a fintech company operating primarily as an e-money institution (now also a licensed bank in some markets), its bereavement policies are less standardised than those of high street banks. In practice, you should expect probate to be required for accessing any significant balance in a deceased person's Revolut account, and you should contact Revolut directly to confirm their current process.
Revolut does not publish a clearly defined probate threshold as of 2026. Unlike traditional UK banks that set explicit thresholds (such as the £50,000 threshold at Barclays and Lloyds, or £25,000 at NatWest), Revolut treats each bereavement case individually. In practice, for any meaningful balance, Revolut is likely to require a formal Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration before releasing funds.
Revolut's policies are also subject to change as the company continues to expand and obtain additional banking licences. It is strongly advisable to contact Revolut directly at an early stage to understand their current requirements. For a comparison of thresholds at traditional UK banks, see our probate threshold guide for 2026–27.
When notifying Revolut of a bereavement, you will typically need:
Given Revolut's less standardised approach, it is worth confirming the full document requirements with Revolut before applying for probate. For guidance on what documents probate requires generally, see our guide on what documents are needed for probate.
Revolut is a digital-only service with no physical branches. Bereavement support is handled online:
Revolut's in-app support team can guide you through the specific steps for their current bereavement process. Our guide on notifying banks after a death includes tips on dealing with digital-only financial providers.
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Revolut participates in the Death Notification Service (DNS). Using the DNS will notify Revolut alongside other participating institutions in one step. After the DNS notification, Revolut will contact you to confirm their specific requirements for closing the account and releasing any funds.
Revolut does not participate in the Direct Payment Scheme (IHT423) in the same way as traditional UK high street banks. If the estate has an inheritance tax liability and you need to use the Direct Payment Scheme, you will need to arrange payment from accounts held at participating institutions. See our guide on probate delays and IHT interest for more context on how IHT timing works.
Revolut does not publish official timelines for releasing funds after probate. Based on general fintech practices, the process can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks depending on the complexity of the case and how quickly documentation is verified. Keep a record of all correspondence and follow up regularly if you do not receive updates.
Our estate administration checklist includes a tracker to help you manage multiple institutions and their expected timelines.
For very small balances, Revolut may apply a simplified process. However, because Revolut does not publish a clear threshold, you should confirm their current approach directly. Do not assume that a small balance will automatically be released without probate — always ask Revolut explicitly before proceeding.
Our guide on when you don't need probate explains the general rules around small estates in England and Wales, though individual bank policies can override these in practice.
For a complete overview of UK probate, read our complete UK probate guide for 2026. If you are deciding whether to manage probate yourself or use a solicitor, see our DIY probate versus solicitor costs guide. For IHT guidance, visit our IHT guide for 2026–27. Use Farra's free estate administration tool to create your personalised action plan.
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