Private Limited Company (Ltd)
Most popular. Limited liability, separate legal entity, easy shareholder onboarding, and investor-friendly.
Company Registration in the UK
Incorporate a UK company the right way—Companies House filing, registered office, UTR, Corporation Tax, VAT & PAYE setup.
Why register in the United Kingdom?
The UK is a transparent, globally trusted jurisdiction with streamlined company law, strong contract enforcement, and access to European & international markets. It’s ideal for SaaS, e-commerce, consulting, and global trade.
Strong Legal Framework
Clear corporate rules with reliable dispute resolution.
International Credibility
Trusted by banks, suppliers, and global customers.
Banking & Fintech Access
UK current accounts & fintech solutions to scale operations.
Efficient Tax Administration
Straightforward CT, VAT, PAYE registration and filings.
Business structures we set up
Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
Flexible for professional services with pass-through style taxation and limited liability for partners.
Public Limited Company (PLC)
For larger capital raising; higher compliance thresholds. Best when planning to list or solicit investments.
Partnerships / Sole Trader
Simple to start but no limited liability. We usually recommend Ltd/LLP for protection and scale.
Branch / UK Establishment
Register an overseas company’s UK presence. Useful for testing markets without a separate subsidiary.
How we register your UK company
Name & Structure
Confirm company name, SIC code, shareholding & director/PSC details.
Registered Office
Provide a UK registered office & service address; we can arrange registered office service.
Companies House Filing
Prepare Memorandum & Articles and file incorporation (Ltd/LLP/PLC) with Companies House.
HMRC Registrations
UTR issuance & Corporation Tax, optional VAT, and PAYE employer scheme setup.
Registers & Governance
Persons of Significant Control (PSC), statutory registers, first board minutes.
Bank / Fintech Intro
Guidance for UK current account or fintech alternatives; KYC support.
Ongoing Compliance
Confirmation Statement, annual accounts, CT600, payroll & VAT returns.
Optional Add-ons
Virtual office, trademark, agreements, policy packs & bookkeeping.
Documents you’ll need
- Passport / national ID for all directors & shareholders
- Address proof (bank statement/utility bill)
- Proposed company name & SIC code
- Share capital & ownership split
- Registered office & service address (we can provide)
- Articles of Association / LLP Agreement (we help prepare)
FAQs
Can non-residents form a UK company?
Yes. You can be a director/shareholder without living in the UK. You’ll need a UK registered office and to meet KYC checks.
How long does UK incorporation take?
Same-day to a few days after filing at Companies House, depending on workload and checks.
Do I need a UK bank account?
It’s recommended for trading. We can guide you on current accounts and fintech options based on your KYC profile.
What post-incorporation tasks are mandatory?
Register for Corporation Tax (usually within 3 months), consider VAT when needed, set up PAYE if employing staff, and file annual accounts & Confirmation Statement.
Start your UK company with confidence
We’ll map your state-of-play, timelines, fees, and compliance—all in one plan.
- Companies House filing + UTR & CT registration
- VAT & PAYE setup guidance
- Banking/fintech introduction & KYC readiness