Who needs to verify
Verification is a legal requirement for four groups of people connected to UK companies - wherever they live in the world.
Every director of a UK company must verify their identity with Companies House. This applies to newly appointed directors before their appointment is registered, and to existing directors within the transition timetable. It applies equally to UK-resident and overseas directors.
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Individuals who own more than 25% of a company’s shares or voting rights, can appoint or remove the majority of the board, or otherwise exercise significant influence, are registered as PSCs - and must verify their identity, wherever they are based.
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Members of limited liability partnerships are treated in the same way as company directors under the verification regime. Designated and non-designated members alike must complete identity verification.
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Anyone who delivers documents to Companies House on behalf of a company - including company secretaries, accountants and formation agents filing in a personal capacity - must be identity-verified before they can file.
✓ Verification required by law
Complete your verification with a guided process for £19.
