📘 NOMINAL / LOCAL DIRECTOR SERVICE GUIDE – MERCIUM SDN BHD

Professional & Compliant Resident Director Placement for Brunei Companies

1. Overview

Mercium Sdn Bhd provides Nominal / Local Director candidates to foreign-owned or non-resident companies in Brunei to meet statutory requirements for ROCBN compliance.

The appointed director:

• Acts solely as a statutory director

• Does not control operations or finances

• Ensures the company is legally compliant

This service is ideal for candidates who want to serve as a Resident Director for statutory purposes only.

2. Role & Scope

• Sign corporate documents when required

• Attend board meetings only if requested

• Comply with the Service Agreement, Indemnity, and NDA

• No involvement in daily operations, decision-making, or finances

• Maintain confidentiality of all company matters

3. Compliance & Protection

• Mercium Sdn Bhd handles all corporate compliance, filings, and statutory obligations

• Nominal / Local Directors are fully protected from legal or financial liabilities

• Legal matters are managed entirely by Mercium

• Protection ensured through Service Agreement, Indemnity, and NDA

4. Term & Agreement

• Duration: 1 year (renewable)

• Resignation: Possible after the contract term; Mercium manages all transition and ROCBN filings

• Foreign Director Departure: Company compliance maintained by Mercium or closure handled if required

5. Candidate Eligibility

• Must be a Brunei citizen or Permanent Resident (PR)

• Must have no criminal record

• Must not be bankrupt

• If the proposed director is associated with any company, that company must have all statutory filings and compliance up to date

Required Documents:

• Identification Card (IC) copy

• Email address

• Mobile number

• Signed Nominal Director Service Agreement

6. Payment

• Paid on the 1st of every month directly to the director’s bank account

• Remuneration is fixed by Mercium and documented in the Service Agreement

• Managed through Mercium payroll for transparency and proper records

7. Services Provided for Nominal Director Candidates

• Screening and verification of eligibility

• Preparation of Service Agreement

• Indemnity & Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)

• ROCBN appointment & removal filings

• Board resolution preparation

• Annual compliance support

• Confidentiality & ownership protection

• Assistance during resignation or transition

8. Appointment Process

1. Consultation & KYC – verify eligibility and company requirements

2. Candidate Screening & Verification – ensure compliance with Brunei laws

3. Agreement Preparation – Service Agreement, Indemnity, NDA, Board Resolution

4. ROCBN Updates – filings for appointment and statutory updates

5. Optional Support – banking signatory or license updates

6. Annual Maintenance – compliance monitoring and renewal

9. Timeline

• Candidate available: 4–7 working days

• Candidate hiring required: 1–2 months + 4–7 days for ROCBN filings

10. Transparency & Awareness

• Directors are informed about statutory filings and general business summaries

• Not involved in operational decisions

• All information shared is strictly for compliance purposes and protected by NDA

11. FAQ

Q1: Does the director control the company?
A: No, purely statutory.

Q2: How is the director paid?
A: Fixed remuneration, managed by Mercium, paid on the 1st of each month.

Q3: Can the director be replaced?
A: Yes, Mercium handles transition and ROCBN filings.

Q4: Am I personally liable?
A: No, fully protected by Service Agreement, Indemnity & NDA.

Q5: What if I want updates about business activities?
A: You receive summaries for awareness; no operational involvement.

Q6: Can I resign?
A: Yes, transition and filings handled by Mercium.

12. Next Steps

1. Submit IC, email, mobile, and other documents

2. Review & sign the Service Agreement

3. Appointment through ROCBN

13. Contact

📞 WhatsApp: +673-8243820 / +673-2701277
📧 Email: info@mercium.com
🕗 Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Mercium Sdn Bhd, Brunei Darussalam