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| 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 included in property |
| Regulation of trustee |
No |
Belize Tax Law Thesis