Frequently Asked Questions

Start with the detailed guide: How to register a company in the UK step by step. For a quick view of how we handle it, see company formation services.

Yes. Read the guide for overseas founders: Can a foreigner open a UK company? You can also jump to formation FAQs.

In many cases, once details and checks are complete, formation completes within 48-72 hours depending on processing. If you have a deadline, tell us your timeline.

Usually director/PSC details and (where required) ID documents for verification. For the service view, see company formation.

You need a UK registered office address. Read UK registered office address requirements or see registered office services.

It’s your company’s official public address at Companies House for statutory mail. See registered office & virtual address.

Yes - provided it’s a compliant service. Learn more: virtual address options.

We receive mail and forward it to your nominated address or handle it securely. See mail handling details.

Often, yes for day-to-day use - depending on your setup. Start with registered office requirements.

It’s an annual Companies House filing to confirm or update key company details. Read the guide: What is a confirmation statement UK?

It can increase compliance risk and create strike-off exposure. See compliance & filings or ask us for the fastest fix.

We can prepare documents and file the change quickly. See director & company changes.

Yes - many changes have statutory deadlines. See reporting timelines.

It typically involves approvals, registers and transfer documentation. See shares management.

Yes - through transfers or new share issues, subject to your company documents. See ownership change options.

A formal director/shareholder decision authorising an action. See documentation & resolutions.

No - we can prepare signature-ready documents for you. See document drafting.

We can order and coordinate delivery, and arrange legalisation if needed. See certificates & documents.

Banks and counterparties may request evidence of existence and compliance. See common uses.

An apostille legalises UK documents for use abroad under the Hague Convention. See apostille services.

Usually no - we can coordinate remotely depending on documents and destination. See how it works.

We’ll advise the right route and handle filings and steps. See company closure.

In some cases, yes. We assess eligibility and the best restoration route. See restoration support.

Many companies benefit from one, especially once trading. See accounting & tax support.

It can trigger penalties and compliance issues. See late filing help.

It depends on turnover and model. See VAT support.

Yes - PAYE setup and ongoing payroll support. See payroll services.

Through compliant structuring and planning that fits your situation. See tax advisory.

Typically corporation tax, and possibly VAT and PAYE/NIC. It depends on your business. See what applies to you.

Sometimes - depending on UK activity and reporting rules. See overseas entities support.

It may apply if you’re a director, PSC, or filer. Read What is Companies House identity verification? or see identity verification support.

A director appointed in a formal capacity under an agreed arrangement and legal constraints. See nominee services.

Yes. We can support trust services and coordinate specialist advice where needed. See trust services.