A trust is a legal arrangement whereby control over property is transferred to a person or organisation (the trustee) for the benefit of someone else (the beneficiary). You can register two types of trusts, namely the inter-vivos trust and the testamentary trust. The inter-vivos trust is created between living persons, whereas the testamentary trust is derived from the valid will of a deceased person.
You can register Trust Beneficial Ownership online. For user manuals and more information go to https://www.justice.gov.za/services/online-services.html.
Read more about the registration of trusts or contact the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development on 012 406 4805 or email Chiefmaster@justice.gov.za.
