Applying to restore a trust board to the register
What you will need to apply for restoration
If your charitable trust board has been removed from the register, but continues to operate, you can apply to us to be restored. If the application is granted, the trust board is treated as though it were never removed.
What you need to provide
To apply to have a charitable trust board restored to the register, you must:
- complete Form CT6 – Request to restore a charitable trust board to the register, and
- upload it online.
The information you need to provide includes:
- The trust board's current contact details, if these have changed.
- The date the trust board was removed from register.
- Evidence the trust board was carrying on operations since it was removed (for example, bank statements, a lease agreement).
- If the trust board’s trust deed or rules have changed, a signed copy of the rule changes, with the alteration of rules cover sheet; or a full set of rules if there is not already one on the register.
How to apply to restore a trust board online
You must have:
- a RealMe® login
- an online account with us.
Step by step
- Log in.
- Select 'Charitable Trust Boards' from the main menu.
- Search for the trust board.
- Select ‘Create Filing Service’.
- Choose ‘Request for Restoration of a Charitable Trust Board’ (for the type of service).
- Upload your completed form CT6.
- Submit your request.
Request restoration of a trust board
What happens next
We will review your application to ensure all requirements are met.
- We will email you with the outcome of your request.
- If your application is accepted, the charitable trust board is immediately restored to the register.
- The Registrar gives public notice of all restored trust boards in the New Zealand Gazette and on our website.
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You can refer to the legislation
If you would like to know more about restoring charitable trust boards, read Section 26 of the Charitable Trusts Act (1957).