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.

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Last updated October 24, 2025

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Consent to Act as Trustee (Unit Trust)

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What is a consent to act as trustee (unit trust)?

A consent to act as trustee (unit trust) is a document where an individual or company formally agrees to take on the role and responsibilities of trustee for a specific unit trust.
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When should you use a consent to act as trustee (unit trust)?

You should use this document when appointing a new trustee to a unit trust, unless the trustee’s consent is already included in the unit trust deed.
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What should be in a consent to act as trustee (unit trust)?

It should state the trustee’s identity, their agreement to act as trustee, an affirmation of their duties, and the date the consent was given.
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Is this document legally required for all unit trusts?

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What are the main duties acknowledged by the trustee?

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Can this form be used for discretionary trusts?

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