Quick answer: Opening probate in Nevada costs about $270–$540 in district court, depending on the county and the estate's value/tier (e.g. ~$350 for general administration in Clark County; set-aside petitions are cheaper, and the affidavit of entitlement has no filing fee). Add publication and any bond. See the full picture in the Nevada probate cost calculator.
The four tracks & their thresholds
| Track | Value limit (net) | Court process |
|---|---|---|
| Affidavit of Entitlement | $25,000 ($150,000 spouse) | No court filing |
| Set-Aside | $150,000 | Single petition |
| Summary Administration | $500,000 | Lighter process |
| General Administration | Over $500,000 | Full process |
Limits are on net value (fair market value less encumbrances). Raised from $100,000 / $300,000 by SB 404, effective October 1, 2025.
Filing fees by county (approximate)
| County | Filing fee range |
|---|---|
| Clark (Las Vegas) | ~$270–$540 |
| Washoe (Reno) | ~$170–$520 |
| Carson City | ~$270–$550 |
| Rural counties | ~$150–$500 |
Approximate; the exact fee depends on the estate value and petition type. Confirm with the county clerk.
Other court & administration costs
- Publication to creditors — newspaper notice, once a week for three weeks (~$100–$250).
- Additional motions/petitions — $50–$150 each.
- Bond — may be required unless waived by the will or heirs; priced on estate value.
- Certified copies of Letters — a few dollars each.
Not the big cost: court fees are small next to the executor fee (NRS 150.020) and attorney fee (NRS 150.060). Nevada has no estate or inheritance tax, so there's no death-tax layer.
Ways to keep court costs down
- Affidavit of entitlement — personal property up to $25,000 ($150,000 for a spouse), no court filing at all.
- Set-aside — a single petition for estates up to $150,000.
- Summary administration — for estates up to $500,000, fewer steps than general administration.