Nominee Director
Services in
Singapore

Margin Wheeler offers trusted Nominee Director services in Singapore, helping your company stay fully compliant with the Singapore Companies Act. As a reliable service provider, we ensure a smooth and secure setup, offering expert guidance to support your business at every stage.

Appointing a local resident director is a mandatory requirement for company registration in Singapore. The appointed nominee acts solely for statutory compliance purposes and has no authority over company decisions. At Margin Wheeler, we provide reliable and compliance-focused nominee director services to help you stay aligned with ACRA regulations while retaining full control of your business.

What is a Nominee Director?

A Nominee Director (ND) is an individual appointed to fulfill the requirement under the Singapore Companies Act, which mandates that all Singapore Private Limited Companies must have at least one director who is a resident in Singapore.

The Nominee Director does not participate in day-to-day operations but serves to meet regulatory obligations, ensuring that the company complies with statutory requirements.

To qualify as a resident director, an individual must typically:

Possess a local residential address
Be a Singapore Citizen, Permanent Resident, EntrePass, Employment Pass, or Dependant’s Pass holder
Have the legal ability to stay in Singapore for the long term

*Please note that these conditions are not exhaustive, as additional factors may be considered as well.

Why Do You Need a Nominee Director?

If you are a foreign entrepreneur or company setting up a business in Singapore without a local resident director, appointing a Nominee Director is essential to meet compliance requirements. Engaging a Nominee Director ensures:

Smooth incorporation of your company
Ongoing compliance with Singapore's legal and regulatory framework
Avoidance of penalties or business registration issues due to the absence of a local director

A trusted Nominee Director helps safeguard your company’s standing while allowing you to focus on building and growing your business.

Steps of Our Nominee Director Services

Our Nominee Director Service has specific requirements that need to be met, including:

Appoint 1 director for company operations
(Note that our Nominee Director service is for statutory compliance only and does not involve financial or operational management.)

Subscribed to our Services
(Annual secretarial service, accounting service, annual tax filing service, registered address service, payroll service for hiring employees in Singapore.)

Comply with our KYC requirements

Maintain only 1 Singapore Bank Account for the Company
(Opening additional bank accounts requires approval from our Nominee Director, contingent upon a valid reason.)

A security deposit of S$2,000 is required and will be refunded upon
service termination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a nominee director and why do I need one in Singapore?

A nominee director is a local individual appointed to fulfill the legal requirement that every Singapore company must have at least one director who is ordinarily resident in Singapore (i.e., a Singapore citizen, permanent resident, or EntrePass holder). If you are a foreigner setting up a company without a local partner, a nominee director is necessary for incorporation.

Will the nominee director be involved in my business operations or finances?

No. Our nominee director serves a purely statutory role and does not participate in management, decision-making, or have access to your bank accounts or financial operations. This ensures you retain full control over your business.

Is the nominee director legally responsible for the company?

Yes, by law, all directors (including nominee directors) carry fiduciary duties and legal responsibilities. To manage this risk, we require clients to adhere strictly to compliance practices and provide indemnity agreements to protect the nominee director from liability arising from actions outside their control.

What documents are needed to appoint a nominee director?

To appoint a nominee director, you’ll need to submit valid identification documents and proof of address for all foreign directors, ultimate beneficial owners and shareholders, along with details about your intended business activities. In some cases, we may also request supporting documents such as a business plan, contracts, or financial projections as part of our KYC (Know Your Customer) and due diligence process.

Can I replace or remove the nominee director later?

Yes. Once you have appointed your own resident director (e.g., if you or a local partner obtains the necessary residency status), you may formally remove the nominee director by updating ACRA records. We can assist you with this transition as part of our service.

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Nominee Director Services in Singapore