Cyprus follows common law principles with English-style documentation, so board authority, minutes and shareholder rights are predictable.
Nominee Services
Stronger governance with less hassle. Local nominees and a registered office give you substance, timely compliance and operational continuity, while your personal data stays off day to day registries.
Why choose Trustank Corporate
Trustank gives you a single, dependable team for nominee director, nominee shareholder, company secretary and registered office. Your name stays off routine public filings while UBO transparency is kept with banks and authorities. We run clean governance with proper board packs, resolutions, statutory registers and on time filings, so your records are bank friendly and auditor ready. For tax positioning we match the setup to your goal: build Cyprus tax residency with resident nominees, meetings in Cyprus and primary records here, or document that effective management and control remain outside Cyprus with dated decision logs and location evidence. Secure KYC, simple e signing and a responsive team keep everything smooth and discreet.
How our Nominee Service Works
Understand “why”
We start with a short call to confirm why you need nominees. It may be compliance with bank KYC, privacy on public records, substance in Cyprus, or continuity when you travel.
Gather the UBO pack
You provide ID, proof of address, a simple structure chart and a brief source of funds note. We prepare the forms, explain the benefits, and keep UBO details transparent to banks and authorities.
Set the structure
We agree guardrails and signing limits in an authority matrix. We align meetings and records to your goal, then appoint nominee roles and update the Registrar once the rules are approved.
One Contract • All Services
Why choose Cyprus for Business
Privacy
with accountability
Public records show officers, not UBOs. Nominee roles keep the owner out of routine filings while UBO details remain available to banks and authorities.
Substance
when you need it
Resident nominees, meetings in Cyprus and records kept locally help anchor management and control here. Easy to document for auditors and banks.
Continuity
and risk control
If an owner travels or steps back, nominees keep the company operational and compliant. Duties are defined, logged and traceable.
Deal
ready paperwork
With a secretary and registered office in place you can get certificates and incumbency letters fast, and nominees are available for time sensitive signings. That keeps bank changes, openings and transactions moving.
Local
point of contact
Official mail, tax notices and court service land at the registered office and are handled on time. Nominees speak with authorities and utilities so deadlines are not missed.
Common
law clarity
Good to know
Before appointing nominees, make sure the provider is regulated and runs proper KYC and UBO reporting, not just introductions. You should get clear authority limits, real board minutes and written resignation terms.
Trustank is a Licensed Administrative Service Provider and our Lawyer is a member of the International Compliance Association .
Governance Package
Nominee
Suitable for: Cyprus companies that need local officers and a registered office, and overseas owners who want privacy on public records, clean governance and bank friendly paperwork.
Clear scope | Defined authority | Fast onboarding
What you get:
Local authorised signatory
Signs Cyprus filings and routine company documents within agreed limits.
Nominee Shareholder
Shares held on trust. Beneficial owner recorded and disclosed where required.
Company Secretary
Statutory registers, Annual Return, filings and tidy minutes.
Registered Office
Nicosia address with mail handling and service of process.
Board and Minutes Service
Short, accurate minutes and resolutions on schedule.
UBO Register Management
Initial filing, updates and annual confirmation calendar.
Certificate Fast-Track
Officers, shareholders, good standing and incumbency letters arranged quickly.
Bank Onboarding Support
Forms, certificates and attendance on calls when needed.
Digital company file
Certificates of Incorporation, Directors/Secretary, Registered Office, Shareholders, M&AA, UBO receipt
Document Legalisation
Certified copies and apostilles coordinated end-to-end.
Substance Bundle
Resident officers, meetings in Cyprus and records kept locally.
Price: € 2,000 (annual)
* Special rates are available for multi-company setups.
F.A.Q
What is a nominee and what is it not?
A nominee is an officer who acts on your instructions within agreed limits. It does not hide the UBO from banks or authorities and it is not a way to avoid lawful obligations.
Who sees the UBO?
Banks, auditors and competent authorities. Routine public records show officers and the registered office, not the UBO.
Why use a nominee director?
For privacy on public filings, continuity when the owner travels, and to help show local substance if you want Cyprus tax residency for the company.
Why use a nominee shareholder?
To keep your name out of the shareholder column in day to day extracts. We use a declaration of trust and record the beneficiary in the internal register and UBO register.
Do I need a local director or secretary?
Every company must have at least one director and a secretary. A director does not need to be local. However, appointing non-local officers may raise questions about where effective management and control are exercised, which can significantly affect the company’s tax residency and liabilities.
How are powers controlled?
We agree written signing rules before any appointment. Typical limits include value thresholds, dual signatures and items that always need your written approval.
More on Beneficial Ownership register?
Keep UBO information current and complete the annual confirmation window. Public access is restricted. Non compliance risks penalties and possible strike off.
Do nominees control the bank account?
Only if you choose that. Bank signatories can be limited, dual or separate from officers. You decide and we document it.
Banking is difficult. Any alternatives?
Banks apply strict AML and KYC. Depending on activity, Electronic Money Institutions can offer payment accounts.
How are board decisions made?
You give clear instructions. We prepare minutes and resolutions, hold meetings as needed and keep a tidy record that banks and auditors understand.
What about conflicts of interest?
Nominees disclose any conflict and step back where required. You can add approval steps for sensitive matters.
How fast can we start?
Once KYC clears and signing rules are agreed, appointments and filings are handled quickly and you get clean officer certificates.
Will my data be protected?
Yes. We handle data under Cyprus and EU privacy rules. Access is limited to staff who need it for your engagement.
Can we switch from nominee to your own officer?
Yes. We file the changes, update registers and pass the file to your new officer.
Can I switch provider and move to Trustank?
Yes. If you are not happy with your current provider, we can take over.
