12 October 2026
Nominee Directors in Singapore
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| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| Possibility to appoint nominee directors in Singapore (YES/NO) | Yes, this is a solution when setting up a company in Singapore. |
Recognition of nominee directors under the Singaporean law | Yes, the Company Law allows companies to appoint such directors. |
Definition | The nominee director is a person appointed to take on the role of a company director. |
| Conditions to be fulfilled by a person appointed as a nominee director | – the person must be a Singapore citizen/resident/Employment Pass holder, – he/she must have a clean criminal record, – he/she must be at least 18 year old and have full mental capacity. |
| When can such a nominee be appointed? | The nominee director is a solution for companies that require a resident director. |
| How can nominee directors be appointed? | Considering it is a service, the appoinment consists of drafting a service agreement. |
| Requirement to register nominee directors with ACRA (YES/NO) | Yes. |
| Is it possible to appoint a nominee director when a company lacks such an officer? | Yes, considering having a locally resident director is mandatory, such a nominee can fulfill this duty when a company no longer has one. |
| Details of the nominees that need to be recorded with ACRA | – name, – Singapore-based address, – date of birth, – date of appointment. |
| Possibility to use specialized nominee director services (YES/NO) | Yes. |
| Role of a nominee director in Singapore | The nominee director will have a non-executive role. |
| Requirement for companies to keep nominee director registers (YES/NO) | Yes, a register of nominee directors must be kept and, since 16 June 2025, its information must also be filed with ACRA's central register (changes within 2 business days). |
| Requirement to disclose information about the nominee directors (YES/NO) | Yes, with ACRA and other Singaporean authorities. |
| Period of nomination | There is no minimum or maximum period for the appointment of a nominee director in Singapore. |
| Availability of nominee director services with our local agents (YES/NO) | Yes, we can supply such a service. |
Is it legal to appoint a nominee director in Singapore?
Yes. Moreover, the possibility of appointing a nominee director is acknowledged by the Singapore Companies Act.
Do you offer nominee director services in Singapore?
Yes. Our prices for nominee services start at EUR 2,500 per year.
NOTE: Another EUR 2,500 is required as a deposit.
What is the nominee director and who can occupy the position in a Singapore company?
The nominee director will act as a resident director (Singapore companies are required to have at least one resident director) with the same statutory duties and liabilities as any other director (limits on his/her role are only contractual). The position is usually occupied by a service provider/professional who offers such solutions.
How do I appoint a Singapore nominee director?
The procedure consists of 2 steps:
- signing a Nominee Director Agreement;
- creating a Nominee Director Register that must be submitted with ACRA.
We also have an infographic on this subject below:
What are the advantages of using a nominee director in Singapore?
One of the greatest advantages of appointing a nominee director is privacy, as the names of the company directors must be registered in the Singapore Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority’s records. The directors’ names are also available to the public and, since 16 June 2025, a director’s nominee status is also shown publicly (the nominator’s identity is filed with ACRA but not published).
The nominee director can set up the company’s bank account and register for taxation purposes or obtain the required licenses to operate and thus helping the beneficial owner to save money and time.
When can I use a nominee director in Singapore?
In most cases, the nominee director is contracted by foreign entrepreneurs who do not have a person they can appoint. However, you can also appoint a nominee, including a shareholder, for beneficial ownership purposes.
Who can offer nominee director services in Singapore?
ACRA-registered corporate service providers based on a service agreement.
When can I appoint the nominee director for my company in Singapore?
Before or after the Singapore company formation procedure.
Are there any obligations arising from the appointment of a nominee director in Singapore?
Yes, the following:
- you must inform ACRA about the appointment of the service provider;
- you must also maintain the Register of Nominee Directors.
Are there any conditions Singapore nominee directors must meet? If yes, what are they?
Yes, the law stipulates that a nominee can be any of the following 3:
- a Singaporean national,
- a Singapore permanent resident,
- a holder of an EntrePass or Employment Pass with a Singapore address.
Also:
- the nominee director must not be bankrupt or have any debts;
- he or she must not have been convicted of 3 or more Companies Act filing offences within 5 years, as recorded by the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority of Singapore (ACRA);
- he or she cannot have been connected to 3 or more companies that were struck off by ACRA within a 5-year period;
- he or she cannot have been disqualified from this function in other companies.
What are the duties/responsibilities of a Singapore nominee director?
Among the responsibilities of a nominee director in Singapore, we mention the following:
- convening the company’s Annual General Meeting;
- signing various documents in accordance with the limitations imposed by the shareholders;
- ensuring company tax compliance (filing tax returns, financial statements);
- maintaining accounting records;
- acting as contact point with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority and the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore.
What are the restrictions imposed on nominee directors in Singapore?
Nominee directors cannot:
- attend or vote at board meetings (only if so agreed by contract - legally they keep all director rights and duties);
- make management decisions;
- act as a signatory when it comes to banking operations.
If you want to open a company in Singapore, you can contact our Singapore company formation agents for assistance.