Directors need not be residents of North Carolina or shareholders of the corporation, unless the articles of incorporation or bylaws so require. North Carolina Business Corporation Act § 55-12-01.Disposition of assets not requiring shareholder approval and mortgage of assets. (b). A document submitted on behalf of a domestic or foreign corporation must be executed: (1). If the corporation has nonresident shareholders during the tax year, fill in the appropriate circle. Directors need not be residents of the State of North Carolina or shareholders of the Corporation. (2) The board of directors may fill the vacancy; or.