Guernsey: Trusts

Guernsey has approved targeted amendments to its Trusts Law following a comprehensive review by industry and government bodies. The reforms address practical issues in trust administration, clarify key provisions around settlor and protector powers, and enhance dispute resolution mechanisms. These changes aim to maintain Guernsey's competitive position as a leading international trusts jurisdiction while preserving the core strengths of its existing legal framework.

Passion assets such as art, yachts, and fine wine present unique challenges for high-net-worth individuals, requiring careful balance between personal enjoyment and prudent wealth management. This article explores how ownership structures like trusts and foundations can address the complexities of storage, insurance, cross-border movement, and succession planning while preserving both financial value and family legacy. As generational wealth transfer accelerates and digital innovation reshapes luxury asset

Aaron Russell-Davison examines the resurgence of activity across the Middle East and its implications for Guernsey's established regional partnerships. As families navigate evolving wealth dynamics, he analyzes emerging patterns in succession planning, governance frameworks, and the restructuring of international wealth arrangements.

Guernsey has long been recognised as a stable, sophisticated and adaptable jurisdiction for trust structuring.

Guernsey foundations blend hallmarks of both companies and trusts to create a highly adaptable vehicle for wealth structuring, philanthropy and long-term governance.

Guernsey law provides for the establishment and regulation of private trust companies (PTCs). In September 2025, the Guernsey Financial Services Commission...

The Criminal Justice (Proceeds of Crime) (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law, 1999 ("Proceeds of Crime Law") has been extended to cover unregulated trustees and partners. This extension took effect on 16 October 2023...

Despite inherent risks, conflicts in family trusts can be minimized through careful planning. Cayman Islands trusts offer strong legal frameworks and protections, making them ideal for preserving assets and managing intergenerational wealth.

There are a variety of structures and arrangements available to Individuals and their families both for estate and succession planning and to protect their assets from uncertainty and volatility.