Frequently Asked Questions
Short, direct answers to common questions about our nominee appointment services.
1. What is a nominee service?
A limited administrative appointment that may appear on public corporate filings.
2. Does this make me anonymous?
No. Banks and authorities may still require beneficial owner disclosure.
3. Is this legal?
Yes, when used for lawful business purposes and proper disclosure is made where required.
4. Can you open a bank account for me?
No. Beneficial owners must complete bank KYC.
5. Do payment processors still require KYC?
Yes.
6. Will you control my company?
No.
7. Will you access my funds?
No.
8. Can you sign documents for me?
Only if authorized in writing for specific actions and accepted by the counterparty.
9. What documents do you require?
ID, proof of address, ownership details, formation documents, and business purpose.
10. Do you offer UK resident director services?
Yes, subject to eligibility and ongoing compliance.
11. Can you act as my only director?
Typically no. Availability depends on jurisdiction and risk profile.
12. What happens if you resign?
You must update filings promptly and appoint replacements if needed.
13. Do you cooperate with lawful requests from authorities?
Yes.
14. Do you provide legal or tax advice?
No. Informational support only.
15. Can you refuse service?
Yes.
16. How long does the process take from application to appointment?
Timeline depends on the completeness of your submission and the complexity of the compliance review. Most appointments are completed within a few business days of approval, but additional review time may be required.
17. How do renewals work?
Appointments require annual renewal. We will notify you in advance. Failure to renew may result in termination of the appointment.
18. What information appears on public records?
The nominee’s name and registered office address may appear on public filings such as company registrations. Specific visibility depends on the jurisdiction and filing type.
19. What is excluded from the service?
We do not provide legal advice, tax advice, fund management, operational decision-making, or any service outside the written scope of the agreement.
20. Will banks accept a nominee arrangement?
Banks conduct their own KYC and may require disclosure of beneficial owners regardless of nominee appointments. We do not guarantee bank acceptance of any arrangement.
21. Do payment processors treat nominee arrangements differently?
Payment processors have their own compliance requirements and may require full beneficial owner disclosure. A nominee appointment does not change processor KYC obligations.
22. What are my ongoing obligations after appointment?
You must keep all information current, respond to compliance requests, pay renewal fees on time, and notify us of material changes to ownership or business activity within 30 days.
23. Are there limits to confidentiality?
Yes. We comply with lawful requests from regulatory authorities and courts. Confidentiality does not extend to concealment of unlawful activity or obstruction of legal process.
24. What triggers termination of the arrangement?
False or incomplete information, suspected unlawful activity, failure to cooperate with compliance requests, unpaid fees, or failure to complete required filing updates after notice.
25. What happens if my business details change after appointment?
You must notify us of material changes within 30 days, including changes to beneficial ownership, business activity, jurisdictions of operation, or banking relationships. Failure to update may result in resignation.