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Companies House ID Verification Online: Complete Guide
By Deevan Naveed · October 2026 · 8 min read
Companies House ID verification is completed entirely online. Whether you are in the UK or anywhere else in the world, you can verify your identity and receive your personal code without visiting an office or posting documents. This guide covers the full online process.
Why the process is online
Companies House designed the identity verification process to be digital from the start. With six to seven million people needing to verify, an in-person process would be impractical. The online approach allows anyone, anywhere, to complete verification at a time that suits them.
What you need to verify online
- A device with internet access - computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone
- A camera on your device for the liveness check
- A valid photo identity document (passport, national ID card or driving licence)
- Your personal details: full name, date of birth, residential address
- The company number for each company where you hold a role
The online process through Companies House ID Verification
- Create an account - sign up on our website with your email address
- Select your verification type - choose whether you are verifying as a director, PSC, LLP member or authorised filer
- Enter your details - provide your personal information and company connections
- Upload your identity document - take a clear photo or upload a scan
- Complete the liveness check - a quick real-time photo to confirm you are the person on the document
- Receive your personal code - once verified, your 11-character code is issued
How long does online verification take?
The application takes around 15 minutes to complete. Most verifications through Companies House ID Verification are confirmed within the same working day. If additional checks are required, you are kept informed of progress.
Is the online process secure?
Yes. Your identity documents are transmitted using encryption and stored in secure, access-controlled systems. Documents are retained only as long as necessary to complete your verification. Read our privacy policy for full details on data handling.
Online verification for overseas applicants
The online process works the same for international applicants. You do not need a UK address, a UK phone number or a UK bank account. Companies House ID Verification accepts identity documents from around the world and the entire process is completed remotely.
Get started online
Complete your Companies House ID verification online through Companies House ID Verification for a fixed £19 per person. Start now or check the document requirements first.