To submit Form 529TCF, gather all required documents and ensure all trustees have signed and notarized the form. Mail the completed form and any additional documentation to The Vanguard 529 College Savings Plan, P.O. Box 55111, Boston, MA 02205-5111. For overnight delivery or registered mail, send to The Vanguard 529 College Savings Plan, 95 Wells Avenue, Suite 155, Newton, MA 02459-3204. You can also call 866-734-4530 for further assistance.

Ensure that all trustee certifications are updated and submitted by key dates in 2024 and 2025 to avoid any account access issues.

The Vanguard 529 Trustee Certification Form, also known as Form 529TCF, serves a crucial role in managing trust accounts within The Vanguard 529 College Savings Plan. This form must be completed when establishing a new trust account, updating trustee information, or certifying trustee details. The form ensures that all trust account transactions and instructions are authorized and legally valid, providing security and clarity for trustees and beneficiaries alike. When completing Form 529TCF, trustees must provide comprehensive information about the trust, list new and existing trustees, and certify their authority to manage the trust account. This involves filling out sections on trust information, new trustee details, departing trustee information, and obtaining notary signatures for all trustees involved. The certification process confirms that the trust is valid and the trustees have the authority to make decisions and transactions on behalf of the trust. By submitting Form 529TCF, trustees demonstrate their commitment to maintaining accurate and updated trust records. This form is essential for ensuring smooth operations within The Vanguard 529 College Savings Plan and provides legal assurance to all parties involved. Properly completed and submitted forms help prevent delays, disputes, and potential legal issues related to trust account management.

• 1. Trust Information: Provide the account number, full legal name of the trust, Social Security number or taxpayer ID, and date of the trust agreement.
• 2. New Trustee Information: Enter details for new trustees, including name, Social Security number or taxpayer ID, phone number, address, and indicate if they should receive duplicate statements.
• 3. Departing Trustee Information: List any departing trustees, their reason for departure, and attach supporting documents such as a physician's certification or death certificate as needed.
• 4. Certification of All Trustees: All trustees must certify the validity of the trust, their authority, and sign the certification. The signatures must also be notarized.

Failing to submit Form 529TCF can result in significant issues for trustees and beneficiaries involved in The Vanguard 529 College Savings Plan.

• Loss of Account Access: Trustees may lose access to the trust account if the form is not submitted or certified as required.
• Delayed Transactions: Failure to provide updated trustee information can cause delays in processing account transactions.

• 1. New Trust Account: Complete the form to establish a new trust account in The Vanguard 529 College Savings Plan.
• 2. Update Trustee Information: Use the form to update the identity or number of trustees associated with an existing trust account.
• 3. Certify Trustee Details: Certify the details and authority of all current and new trustees managing the trust account.