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Use this service to verify your identity for Companies House.
You need to prove who you are to set up, run, own or control a company in the UK.
When you need to verify depends on your role, and when you started that role.
How to use and manage the personal code you receive when you verify your identity for Companies House.
How to request and manage the company authentication code you'll need to file information online at Companies House.
Using our Find and update company information service to follow companies and search company information for free.
What the confirmation statement is and how to send your statement to Companies House.
How to identify and record the people who own or control your company.
How to meet our identity verification standard when verifying someone’s identity for Companies House.
How to tell Companies House you have verified someone's identity.
How to use our service to register as as an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP), also known as a Companies House authorised agent.
Understanding your role as an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP), also known as a Companies House authorised agent.
A condensed list of SIC codes for providing Companies House with a description of your company's nature of business.
Types of model articles of association a limited company can have, including older versions of Table A from previous company legislation.
Model articles of association for companies incorporated on or after 28 April 2013.
How to send your information to Companies House using our online services.
How to sign up for our email reminders service which tells you when your company’s accounts and confirmation statements are due.
How to prepare and file annual accounts with Companies House for your UK registered company.
Understanding your role as director of a limited company and your responsibilities to Companies House.
How to tell Companies House that a company is using personal information such as your name and address without your consent.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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