Consent to Act as Trustee (Unit Trust)
This Consent to Act as a Trustee (Unit Trust) document is required to ensure that the trustee of the trust has given consent to take on this responsibility.
Last updated October 24, 2025
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Frequently asked questions
Use this Consent to Act as Trustee (Unit Trust) if:
- You are nominating an individual or corporation as a trustee
- You have been appointed as the Trustee of a Unit Trust
- You need a signed consent form for the trustee
What does the Consent to Act as Trustee (Unit Trust) cover?
- Who the trustee is and their agreement to act as the trustee of the specified trust;
- Affirmation that a Trustee intends to act in accordance with their duties;
- The date that the consent was acquired by the trustee.
Other names for a Consent to Act as Trustee (Unit Trust) include:
- Trustee consent to act declaration
- Trustee declaration
- Trustee consent form
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