DecentrAtty
Resident Director in the UK
Professional local director support for foreign founders and international companies.
This service is also commonly referred to as a nominee director arrangement in the UK.
UK Resident Director Support
Corporate Documentation Support
For International Business Owners
Tell us about your company and we'll recommend the suitable director arrangement.
Quick facts
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
When it applies
A resident director arrangement may be suitable when international founders, overseas operators, or companies require professional corporate representation in the UK.
Best for
International founders, overseas business owners, and fintech or regulated businesses operating in the UK.
Service type
Annual resident director support with corporate appointment documentation and director agreement.
Compliance check
All appointments are subject to KYC, AML, and eligibility review.
Additional support
Registered office address, company formation, AML/compliance, corporate administration, and banking introductions available.
When Might You Need a UK Resident Director?
A resident director arrangement may be suitable for international founders, overseas business owners or companies requiring professional corporate representation in the UK. This can include situations where a UK-resident director is desirable for banking, operational, or corporate governance purposes.
Who Is This Service For?
Best fit
International Founders
Foreign entrepreneurs operating or setting up a UK company.
Overseas Business Owners
Owners managing their UK business from another country.
Fintech & International Companies
Businesses requiring professional corporate support.
Existing UK Companies
Companies that need an additional or replacement director.
What's Included
Core package
- UK resident director support
- Corporate appointment documentation
- Director appointment agreement
- Compliance and onboarding review
- Annual director service
- Ongoing corporate support
All appointments are subject to compliance and eligibility review.
Complete UK Corporate Support
Optional add-ons
- Registered Office Address
- Company Formation Support
- AML / Compliance Support
- Corporate Administration
- Provider / Banking Introductions
How It Works
Step 1 — Tell Us About Your Company
Short consultation and business review.
Step 2 — Compliance Check
We review the company, ownership and business activity.
Step 3 — Director Appointment
We prepare the required corporate documents and director appointment.
Step 4 — Ongoing Support
Continued corporate support during the service period.
Pricing
UK Resident Director Service — from €X / month
Pricing depends on the company's activity, structure and required level of support.
FAQ
What is a resident director in the UK?+
A resident director is a person appointed as a director of a UK company to provide local corporate representation. Day-to-day control remains with the actual business owner under a legally binding appointment agreement. This service is also commonly referred to as a nominee director arrangement.
Can a foreigner own a UK company?+
Yes. There are no restrictions on foreign ownership of a UK company. Non-UK residents can own 100% of a UK limited company and appoint directors of any nationality.
Does the resident director control the company?+
No. The resident director acts only in a statutory capacity. Operational control and decision-making authority remain with the beneficial owners under a signed appointment agreement.
What documents are required?+
We require KYC documentation for directors and beneficial owners (passport, proof of address), company incorporation documents, and a description of business activities.
How long does the appointment take?+
Following the compliance review and document preparation, the appointment is typically completed within a few business days.
Can you also provide a registered office address?+
Yes. We offer a registered office address in the UK, as well as company formation support and corporate administration services.
Do you support fintech and regulated businesses?+
Yes. We have significant experience supporting fintech, MSB, crypto, and other regulated businesses with their UK corporate structure and compliance requirements.
Ready to get started?
Tell us about your company and we will get back to you within 24 hours.