A Seychelles-resident director is a requirement for CSL entities and a recommended governance element for IBCs and VASP-registered companies seeking banking access and regulatory credibility.
While Seychelles IBCs do not legally require a resident director, many banking partners and regulatory counterparties expect at least one local director as evidence of genuine connection to the jurisdiction. Seychelles CSLs and VASP entities have more structured requirements for qualified resident management.
Marensa Advisory provides or coordinates Seychelles resident director services through established local service providers — ensuring governance compliance, annual director meetings, and regulatory filing management.
Discuss Resident Director ServiceA qualified resident director provides genuine governance value — not just a name on a form. Understanding what is and is not covered by a nominee service is essential.
Nominee director services vary significantly in quality. A resident director who cannot engage with the FSA, sign documents promptly, or provide governance evidence adds risk rather than value.
Marensa Advisory coordinates Seychelles resident director services through vetted, responsive local providers — ensuring your governance documentation is complete and banking-ready.
Start the ConversationA resident director is resident in Seychelles — satisfying any local presence requirement. A nominee director acts on behalf of the beneficial owner. The terms can overlap but are legally distinct. For CSLs, the director must be genuinely resident, not just nominally appointed.
Seychelles law permits corporate directors for IBCs. However, for CSLs and VASP entities, a natural person resident in Seychelles is required by the FSA.
Resident director services typically cost USD 1,500–3,500 per year, depending on the level of engagement and the complexity of governance documentation required.
If a resident director resigns, a replacement must be appointed promptly to maintain compliance. For CSLs, a gap in local director coverage can create FSA compliance issues. We manage director transitions proactively.