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Appoint a qualified resident director with Amaze Advisory. We offer secure, compliant nominee director services to help foreign entrepreneurs start and manage companies in Malaysia—hassle-free and fully legal.
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Nominee Director

What Is a Nominee Director?

A nominee director in Malaysia is a locally-resident individual appointed to meet the statutory requirement that at least one director of a Malaysian company must reside in the country. Under the Companies Act 2016, a nominee director has fiduciary duties to act in the best interests of the company and must not act solely on behalf of their nominator.
A nominee director does not participate in your company’s operations, bank account management, or shareholding. Their role is strictly to help your company remain compliant with local legal requirements, especially useful for foreign entrepreneurs who have yet to establish a permanent local presence.
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Why Hire a Nominee Director?

If you’re a foreigner and not residing in Malaysia, you cannot legally register or manage a company unless you appoint a resident director in Malaysia. This is where our Nominee Director Service comes in.
At Amaze Advisory, we provide reliable and qualified nominee directors in Malaysia to act as temporary placeholders while you search for a long-term local partner. Once you’ve identified a suitable local director, we will transfer the directorship accordingly.

Benefits of engaging a nominee director in Malaysia:

  • Fulfil regulatory requirements under the Malaysia Companies Act
  • Secure 100% foreign ownership without operational interference
  • Maintain control over business decisions and finances
  • Avoid delays in company registration due to lack of local presence

Aspects to Consider When Selecting a Nominee Director

When choosing a nominee director service provider, consider these important factors:

  • Non-Interference Guarantee: A nominee director cannot interfere with your business operations, become a signatory to the company bank account, or sign off annual accounts.
  • Legal Protections: A signed legal agreement clearly outlines that the nominee will not act against your interests or take any actions without your consent.
  • Deposit & Fees: Most nominee director services in Malaysia require a refundable security deposit and an annual or monthly fee, depending on the agreement.
  • Trusted Service Provider: Work only with a reputable firm that clearly separates the nominee’s legal responsibilities from control or access to company activities.
HOW IT WORKS

Steps to Hire a Resident Director in Malaysia

Hiring a resident or nominee director in Malaysia is essential if you’re a foreigner setting up a business without a local partner. Here’s how the process works with Amaze Advisory:

1. Initial Consultation and Eligibility Review

2. Agreement and Security Deposit

3. Appointment of Nominee Director

4. Company Incorporation or Transfer of Directorship

5. Ongoing Compliance & Support

Your business remains fully under your control throughout the process. We ensure all legal protections are in place to secure your ownership and operations.

Step 1
Initial Consultation and Eligibility Review

We begin with a consultation to understand your business goals and confirm that your company setup requires a resident director under Malaysia’s Companies Act 2016.
What we do:
  • Review your incorporation plans
  • Advise on compliance requirements
  • Answer questions about nominee director arrangements

Step 2
Agreement and Security Deposit

Once confirmed, we prepare a formal Nominee Director Agreement outlining roles, responsibilities, limitations, and safeguards to protect your business interests.
What you’ll provide:
  • Passport copy of foreign director(s)
  • Proposed business details
  • Required refundable security deposit (standard practice in Malaysia)

Step 3
Appointment of Nominee Director

We appoint a qualified Malaysian resident as your company’s nominee director. This director will not interfere in operations, financial activities, or shareholding.
What happens:
  • Legal appointment documents signed
  • Nominee’s name added to incorporation filings
  • Director appears on official SSM (Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia) records
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Step 4
Company Incorporation or Transfer of Directorship

With the nominee director in place, we proceed with either:
  • New company incorporation, or
  • Updating the company profile if you’re appointing a nominee director to an existing company

Step 5
Ongoing Compliance & Support

Our nominee director remains appointed solely for compliance purposes.
We provide:
  • Annual compliance reminders
  • Company Secretarial support
  • Easy transition when you’re ready to appoint your own local director

Roles and Responsibilities of a Nominee Director in Malaysia

A nominee director is appointed to fulfil the legal requirement that every company in Malaysia must have at least one director who is ordinarily a resident in Malaysia. While the nominee director appears on official company documents, their involvement in the business is non-executive and non-operational.

1. Statutory Compliance

  • Ensure the company complies with the Companies Act 2016.
  • Attend to statutory filings, board resolutions, and other regulatory obligations as required.

2. Fiduciary Duty

  • Act in good faith in the best interest of the company.
  • Avoid conflicts of interest and act independently of the appointing shareholder’s instructions if it contradicts legal responsibilities.

3. Maintain Legal Standing

  • Help the company maintain a valid Malaysian business registration by fulfilling the local director requirement.
  • Ensure that the company maintains a registered office and is not struck off due to non-compliance.

4. Safeguard Corporate Governance

  • Attend board meetings if requested, but without engaging in decision-making unless legally required.
  • Sign off on documents only when permitted under the agreed nominee director terms.
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Ready to Incorporate Without a Resident Director in Malaysia?

If you’re a foreign entrepreneur planning to set up a company and need a resident director in Malaysia, our Nominee Director Service offers a simple, secure, and fully legal solution.

Get in touch today for a consultation and find out how Amaze Advisory can help you start your business in Malaysia — with full control and zero hassle.

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    Common Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Explore this section for quick solutions and helpful insights!

    Foreign-owned companies in Malaysia must have at least one director who is a Malaysian resident. If you are not a resident or don’t have a local partner yet, appointing a nominee director allows you to proceed with company registration while you focus on building your operations.

    No. A nominee director does not own shares or have any ownership rights in your company. They are appointed solely to meet statutory requirements and are bound by a nominee agreement to act in your interest.

    No. A professional nominee director will not be involved in the day-to-day running of your company, will not access bank accounts, and cannot make business decisions unless explicitly authorized under legal or compliance requirements.

    You may use a nominee director temporarily until you appoint your own local director or permanently if required. The arrangement is flexible and can be terminated once your business has a qualified resident director in place.

    Nominee director service fees vary depending on the level of risk, duration of service, and whether a security deposit is required. Contact us at Amaze Advisory for a transparent quote tailored to your business setup.

    Yes. You may replace the nominee director with your own resident director at any time by passing a board resolution and notifying the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM).

    Nominee directors are subject to the same legal responsibilities and liabilities as regular directors under Malaysian law. This includes fiduciary duties to act in the best interest of the company and ensure compliance with all statutory obligations.

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