Are Probate Fees Charged on Property Held Outside British Columbia?

This answer covers the law of British Columbia.

Sometimes. Whether property outside British Columbia counts toward the BC probate fee depends on the type of property and where the person lived. Real property and tangible personal property, such as vehicles and household goods, count only if situated in British Columbia, so real estate in another province or country is outside the fee base.

Intangible personal property, such as bank accounts and securities, is different. If the person was ordinarily resident in BC immediately before death, it counts wherever it is situated. If they were not, only BC real and tangible property plus BC-situated assets count. In each case the property must pass to the personal representative, so assets that pass directly to someone else, such as by survivorship or a valid beneficiary designation, fall outside the definition.

Where the person was not domiciled or ordinarily resident in BC and property outside BC will be administered abroad, the applicant may file an affidavit of assets and liabilities for a non-domiciled estate in Form P11. Other provinces and countries may have their own fees and rules, so it is worth confirming with a lawyer in that place.