TRUSTS
Belize - Trusts Table
Saturday, February 23rd, 2008
Are trusts permitted in Belize?
Yes
Perpetuity period in Belize
120 years
Accumulation period in Belize
120 years if provided for in trust; during period that beneficiary is minor.
Statutory trust law in Belize
No, equity applies
Trust duty in Belize
Yes
Forced heirship exclusion
No, Courts may provide for maintenance of certain relatives
Asset protection measures
No
Trust register in Belize?
Optional
Resident trustees required
No, but yes if Belize land […]
V Trusts: A. Overview
Tuesday, August 28th, 2001V TRUSTS
A. Overview
(1.) Governing Law
The principal legislation in Belize concerning trusts is found in the Trusts Act, the Public Trustee Act, the Wills Act and the Administration of Estates Act. These and other important trust legislation […]