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Nominee service in Ukraine and abroad

We provide nominee director, shareholder, and founder services to preserve the confidentiality of the real owners. We take care of legal formalization and protection of the beneficiary’s interests.

Confidentiality of the real business owner
Verified nominee directors and shareholders
Legal protection through trust agreements
Available in Ukraine, the EU, and offshore jurisdictions

What is included in the service: nominee service

Nominee service is a legal tool that allows the name of the real company owner to be kept out of public registers. Instead of the beneficiary, a nominee person appears in the documents — a director, shareholder, or founder who acts exclusively in the interests of the real owner on the basis of a trust agreement. This is a legal way to protect privacy and assets.

For which types of business this service is suitable

The nominee service is suitable for different types of owners:

Entrepreneurs who need confidentiality and privacy protection
Investors and holdings for structuring assets abroad
Business owners in sensitive areas of activity
Companies operating in several jurisdictions at the same time

Nominee service allows you to preserve privacy, protect assets from raiding, and structure your business taking into account the tax and legal specifics of different countries.

Basic benefit of nominee service

Beneficiary confidentiality: your name does not appear in public registers or open sources.
Protection of assets from risks: a structure with nominee persons makes raider attacks and unlawful claims more difficult.
Flexibility of international business: nominee service allows companies to be effectively structured in different jurisdictions.

Available ready-made companies

LLC with a nominee director

Ready-made Ukrainian company with a formalized nominee service. Transfer within 3–5 days, full package of documents, and beneficiary confidentiality.

How we help you set up nominee service

Analyze your goals and select the structure

We study your business and goals in order to offer the optimal nominee service structure — director, shareholder, founder, or a combination of them.

Select verified nominee persons

We provide verified nominee directors and shareholders from our database who have experience working in the selected jurisdiction.

Prepare the trust agreement and powers of attorney

We prepare a declaration of trust, general power of attorney, and other documents that protect the interests of the real business owner.

Formalize notarized certification of documents

We arrange notarized certification of trust agreements, powers of attorney, and apostille of documents for use in different jurisdictions.

Register nominee persons in state registers

We submit documents to registration authorities for the official inclusion of nominee directors and shareholders in the register of legal entities.

Ensure the beneficiary’s control over the company

We set up mechanisms that allow the real owner to maintain full control over the company and its financial operations.

Advise on compliance and reporting

We provide consultations on KYC, AML, and automatic exchange of tax information requirements in the selected jurisdiction.

Provide further legal support if needed

We continue to support the client: update documents, replace nominee persons, and advise on all confidentiality matters.

How cooperation works

Application and consultation

The client contacts us through an application form or by phone. We provide a quick consultation and discuss the details of the service.

Agreement on jurisdiction and structure

We choose the optimal jurisdiction and structure for company registration and agree on the cost of the service.

Document preparation

We collect and prepare all necessary documents for registration or service execution and check their compliance.

Further legal support

We provide legal support when needed, including matters related to taxes, reporting, and other issues.

Transfer of documents and instructions

After registration, we transfer the documents to the client and provide instructions for further actions.

Submission of documents and registration

We submit documents for company registration or service execution, ensuring its official status.

Timeline and cost

How the service cost is determined

The cost of our services depends on various factors, such as the complexity of the service, the required additional services, and the specifics of your business. Each case is individual, so we determine the exact cost after a consultation.

Factors that affect the cost

The main factors that affect the cost are:

Jurisdiction where the company is registered for services related to registration.
Type and structure of the company for services related to legal support or registration.
Additional services such as account opening, nominee services, notarized translations, etc.

How to find out the exact cost of the service

To find out the exact cost and timeline of our service, you need to:

Fill out the form on our website for a preliminary consultation.
Call us at: +380 (68) 891-60-14.
Book a consultation, where we will discuss the details and provide an exact cost estimate for your situation.

Additional services and their impact on the cost

Additional options may be added to the base cost of the service, such as:

Opening a bank account or connecting payment systems.
Notarial services such as translation and apostille.
Legal consultations on tax matters and other aspects of activity.

These services may change the final cost, so we always discuss them at the consultation stage.

Key features of nominee service in Ukraine and abroad

Nominee service: what is important to know

Nominee service is a legal mechanism in which the official director, shareholder, or founder of a company is not the real owner, but an appointed person. This person acts exclusively in the interests of the beneficiary on the basis of a trust agreement and has no independent rights to the company’s assets.

Today, entrepreneurs are increasingly using nominee service. This is especially relevant for international structures, investors, and business owners who value confidentiality and asset protection from external risks.

What types of nominee service are available

Nominee service differs by the type of functions performed. The most common options are nominee director, nominee shareholder, and nominee founder.

A nominee director is suitable for management functions and signing documents. A nominee shareholder is used to keep the real owner out of public registers. A nominee founder is used at the stage of company registration when the beneficiary does not want to appear in the incorporation documents.

Nominee service abroad

Nominee service abroad opens up additional opportunities for structuring international business. Popular jurisdictions include Cyprus, the United Kingdom, the UAE, Seychelles, Belize, and other countries with favorable legislation.

Main advantages:

Full confidentiality of the beneficiary in public registers
Legal protection of assets from raiding and claims
Convenient structuring of international holdings
Optimization of tax and regulatory requirements

What documents are required for nominee service

The list of documents depends on the jurisdiction and type of nominee service. Usually, the following are required:

Trust declaration between the nominee and the beneficiary
General power of attorney for the real owner
Statutory documents of the company
Passport details of the beneficiary and the nominee person

In some cases, additional documents may be required, such as an apostille, notarized translation, or confirmation of the source of origin of assets.

Mistakes when using nominee service

Incorrect formalization of nominee service may lead to loss of control over the company or legal claims. The most common mistakes are:

Lack of a trust agreement between the nominee and the beneficiary
Use of unverified or questionable nominee persons
Ignoring KYC and AML requirements in banks
Insufficient documentation confirming control over assets

That is why it is important to involve specialists already at the stage of choosing the structure.

Why you should contact Vermus specialists

Professional support allows you to properly set up nominee service and avoid typical mistakes that may lead to loss of control or legal risks. Specialists select verified nominees, prepare documents, and support the client at all stages.

This is especially important when setting up nominee service abroad, where there are specific requirements for KYC, AML, automatic exchange of tax information, and asset structuring.

Frequently asked questions about nominee service

What documents are required to formalize nominee service?

A trust declaration, a general power of attorney for the beneficiary, the company’s statutory documents, and the passport details of the parties are required. The full list depends on the jurisdiction and type of service; we prepare it individually.

Is the use of nominee service legal?

Yes, nominee service is a fully legal tool in most jurisdictions. It is used to protect privacy and assets. Only its use for tax evasion or money laundering is illegal.

How long does it take to set up nominee service?

Standard formalization takes from 3 to 7 business days. If a new company is registered with nominee persons, the timeframe may increase to 14 days depending on the jurisdiction and type of service.

Will I be able to retain control over the company?

Yes, the real owner fully retains control through a trust agreement and a general power of attorney. The nominee person acts exclusively in the interests of the beneficiary and cannot independently dispose of the company’s assets.

Can the nominee person be replaced in the future?

Yes, the beneficiary may replace the nominee director or shareholder at any time. We support the replacement process, prepare new documents, and register the changes in the state registers of the jurisdiction.

Is information about the real owner disclosed?

Information about the beneficiary is kept confidential and does not appear in public registers. However, it may be disclosed to banks, regulators, or tax authorities within the framework of KYC and AML requirements upon request.

Can nominee service be used in the EU?

Yes, nominee service is available in many EU countries: Cyprus, Malta, Estonia, the Czech Republic, and others. However, the requirements for disclosing the beneficiary to regulators in the EU are stricter than in offshore jurisdictions.

Do you provide support after the service is formalized?

Yes, we continue to support the client: we update documents, replace nominee persons if needed, advise on compliance matters, and help with interaction with banks and regulators.