The Nominee Shareholder Agreement is a crucial document used in Saudi Arabia when structuring corporate ownership arrangements where one party (the nominee) formally holds shares on behalf of another party (the beneficial owner). This arrangement is particularly relevant in contexts involving foreign investment restrictions, corporate structuring requirements, or strategic business arrangements. The agreement must carefully balance compliance with Saudi Arabian regulations, including the Companies Law, Foreign Investment Law, and Capital Market regulations, while effectively documenting the rights and obligations of both parties. A well-drafted Nominee Shareholder Agreement is essential for protecting the interests of all parties involved while ensuring transparency with regulatory authorities where required.

1. Parties: Identification of the nominee shareholder and the beneficial owner, including full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Context of the nominee arrangement, including the company details and purpose of the arrangement

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Shares', 'Company', 'Nominee Services', 'Beneficial Owner'

4. Appointment of Nominee: Terms of appointment and scope of nominee's role

5. Declaration of Trust: Clear statement that shares are held in trust for the beneficial owner

6. Rights and Obligations of the Nominee: Detailed description of nominee's duties, including voting, dividends handling, and record-keeping

7. Rights and Obligations of the Beneficial Owner: Beneficial owner's control rights, funding obligations, and instructions process

8. Fees and Expenses: Payment terms for nominee services and reimbursement of expenses

9. Voting and Corporate Actions: Procedures for voting and handling corporate actions

10. Dividends and Distributions: Process for receiving and transferring dividends to beneficial owner

11. Representations and Warranties: Key statements and guarantees from both parties

12. Confidentiality: Confidentiality obligations and permitted disclosures

13. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and termination provisions

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Saudi Arabian law and relevant courts