📘 RESIDENT / LOCAL DIRECTOR SERVICE – MERCIUM SDN BHD

Professional & Compliant Brunei Resident Director Arrangement

1. Overview

To register a Sendirian Berhad (Sdn Bhd) in Brunei, at least one Brunei Resident (Local) Director is required.
Ideal for:

• Foreign entrepreneurs or companies without Bruneian partners

• Businesses awaiting foreign director approval

• Clients needing a legally compliant structure for ROCBN

Mercium Sdn Bhd offers a secure, compliant, and professionally managed Resident/Local Director service.

2. Why a Resident / Local Director is Required

Brunei law mandates one resident director for Sdn Bhd incorporation.
Mercium appoints a Resident/Local Director strictly for statutory and compliance purposes:

❌ No control of the company
❌ No access to finances
❌ No decision-making authority

✔ Acts only as a statutory director
Full ownership and control remain with the business owners.

3. Availability

If no director is available internally, Mercium conducts a professional hiring process:

⏳ Hiring Timeframe: 1–2 months (candidate availability & screening)

4. Duties & Responsibilities

Defined in the Resident Director Service Agreement:

• Statutory signing duties only

• No operational involvement

• No financial authority

• Protected via Indemnity & NDA agreements

5. Service Includes

✔ Hiring & screening of qualified Brunei resident
✔ Resident Director Service Agreement
✔ Indemnity & Non-Disclosure documentation
✔ ROCBN filings (appointment & removal)
✔ Board resolutions preparation
✔ Annual compliance support
✔ Confidentiality & ownership protection
✔ Annual review & renewal

6. Appointment Process

1. Consultation & KYC (1 day) – review needs & compliance

2. Hiring (if required) 1–2 months – screening, verification, documentation

3. Agreement Preparation (2–3 days) – Service Agreement, Indemnity, NDA, Board Resolution

4. ROCBN Updates (2–3 days) – filings & statutory updates

5. Banking & License Support (optional) – signatory & license updates

6. Annual Maintenance – monitor compliance & renew agreements

7. Timeline

• If director available: 4–7 working days

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

8. Pricing

Resident / Local Director Fee: BND 5,000/year
Includes: hiring, screening, interviews, agreements, ROCBN filings, and annual obligations

9. Required Documents

From Company:

• Certificate of Incorporation

• Business Profile / ROC Extract

From Directors/Shareholders:

• IC / Passport (with signature)

• Proof of address

• Contact details

• Shareholding breakdown

• Nature of business description

10. FAQ

Q1: Does the director control the company?
A: No, for statutory compliance only.

Q2: Can the director access the bank account?
A: No, unless specifically authorized.

Q3: What if no director is available?
A: Mercium initiates hiring (1–2 months).

Q4: How many local directors are required?

• 1 foreign director → min. 1 local

• 2+ foreign directors → min. 2 locals

Q5: Are duties clearly stated?
A: Yes, in the Service Agreement.

Q6: How is the director paid?
A: Remuneration fixed by Mercium; payroll managed by Mercium, paid on the 1st of every month directly to the director’s account.

Q7: Can the director be replaced?
A: Yes, Mercium manages transition & filings.

11. Next Steps

1. Book a consultation 

2. Submit required documents

3. Review & sign the agreement

4. Director appointment via ROCBN

12. Contact

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