Should I Set Up a Family Trust in Hong Kong?
September 7, 2025
Compare the benefits of holding assets personally vs using a trust.
- ✅ No Probate Delay – assets pass smoothly without court approval.
- ✅ Creditor & Divorce Protection – trust assets are ring-fenced.
- ✅ Private & Confidential – no public registry in HK.
- ✅ Professional Management – trustees safeguard wealth.
- ✅ Multi-Generational Planning – wealth preserved beyond one generation.
- ⚠️ Probate Required – takes 6–12 months (or longer).
- ⚠️ Exposed to Claims – creditors or divorce settlements may reach assets.
- ⚠️ Public Process – wills filed in court are open records.
- ⚠️ Risk of Disputes – beneficiaries manage assets directly.
- ⚠️ One-Generation Limit – new probate needed each time.
✅ Key Takeaway
“A Hong Kong Family Trust doesn’t save tax — but it protects your assets, avoids probate delays, and ensures your wealth is managed for future generations.”
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