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Limited company formation packages

Explore our full range of packages.

Digital

£52.99

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    LTD Company

    Your new limited company registered at Companies House within 24 hours.

    As soon as your new company has been approved by Companies House, you can start trading immediately.

    LTD Company
  • ×

    £50 Companies House Fee Included

    The Companies House filing fee of £50 for company incorporation is included in the package price. Registering your new company with 1st Formations incurs no additional costs.

    £50 Companies
    House Fee Included
  • ×

    Free Business Bank Account

    UK Customers

    We have partnered with 7 leading UK banks to offer our customers the perfect business banking solution. When you place your new company order, simply choose your preferred bank, and they will contact you after your company has been formed.

    Non-Resident Customers

    We have partnered with WorldFirst to offer our international customers a business banking solution. We have included a WorldFirst business account referral in our Non-Residents and eSeller Packages.

    Please note: Account openings for all banking referral partners are subject to approval.

    Free Business
    Bank Account
  • ×

    Digital Company Documents

    Your company documents delivered to you by email as soon as your new company is registered, including:

    • Certificate of Incorporation
    • Memorandum and Articles
    • Share Certificates
    • WebFiling Authentication Code
    Digital Company Documents
  • ×

    Confirmation Statement Service

    A company expert will prepare and submit your annual confirmation statement to Companies House, ensuring it is filed on time and accurately.

    Please note: This service does not include the £34.00 Companies House filing fee. When filing your first confirmation statement, we will take payment of £34.00 using your payment card details securely stored in your account.

    Our Confirmation Statement Service is renewable annually at the cost of £59.99 +VAT.

    Confirmation
    Statement Service
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Privacy

£67.99

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  • ×

    LTD Company

    Your new limited company registered at Companies House within 24 hours.

    As soon as your new company has been approved by Companies House, you can start trading immediately.

    LTD Company
  • ×

    £50 Companies House Fee Included

    The Companies House filing fee of £50 for company incorporation is included in the package price. Registering your new company with 1st Formations incurs no additional costs.

    £50 Companies
    House Fee Included
  • ×

    Free Business Bank Account

    UK Customers

    We have partnered with 7 leading UK banks to offer our customers the perfect business banking solution. When you place your new company order, simply choose your preferred bank, and they will contact you after your company has been formed.

    Non-Resident Customers

    We have partnered with WorldFirst to offer our international customers a business banking solution. We have included a WorldFirst business account referral in our Non-Residents and eSeller Packages.

    Please note: Account openings for all banking referral partners are subject to approval.

    Free Business
    Bank Account
  • ×

    Digital Company Documents

    Your company documents delivered to you by email as soon as your new company is registered, including:

    • Certificate of Incorporation
    • Memorandum and Articles
    • Share Certificates
    • WebFiling Authentication Code
    Digital Company Documents
  • ×

    London Registered Office

    Use our prestigious Covent Garden address as your company’s registered office address and protect the privacy of your home.

    All UK government mail and court documents will be scanned and emailed to you daily, free of charge.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £39.00 +VAT.

    London
    Registered Office
  • ×

    London Service Address

    Our Service Address Service provides an official address for a company director, shareholder, or PSC to appear on the public record.

    All UK government mail and Court documents addressed to the company officer will be scanned and emailed free of charge daily.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £26.00 +VAT.

    London
    Service Address
  • ×

    Confirmation Statement Service

    A company expert will prepare and submit your annual confirmation statement to Companies House, ensuring it is filed on time and accurately.

    Please note: This service does not include the £34.00 Companies House filing fee. When filing your first confirmation statement, we will take payment of £34.00 using your payment card details securely stored in your account.

    Our Confirmation Statement Service is renewable annually at the cost of £59.99 +VAT.

    Confirmation
    Statement Service
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Professional

£79.99

Top Features

  • ×

    LTD Company

    Your new limited company registered at Companies House within 24 hours.

    As soon as your new company has been approved by Companies House, you can start trading immediately.

    LTD Company
  • ×

    £50 Companies House Fee Included

    The Companies House filing fee of £50 for company incorporation is included in the package price. Registering your new company with 1st Formations incurs no additional costs.

    £50 Companies
    House Fee Included
  • ×

    Free Business Bank Account

    UK Customers

    We have partnered with 7 leading UK banks to offer our customers the perfect business banking solution. When you place your new company order, simply choose your preferred bank, and they will contact you after your company has been formed.

    Non-Resident Customers

    We have partnered with WorldFirst to offer our international customers a business banking solution. We have included a WorldFirst business account referral in our Non-Residents and eSeller Packages.

    Please note: Account openings for all banking referral partners are subject to approval.

    Free Business
    Bank Account
  • ×

    Digital & Printed Company Documents

    Your company documents will be delivered to you by email and a hardcopy by post as soon as your new company is registered, including:

    • Certificate of Incorporation
    • Memorandum and Articles
    • Share Certificates
    • WebFiling Authentication Code
    Digital & Printed
    Company Documents
  • ×

    London Registered Office

    Use our prestigious Covent Garden address as your company’s registered office address and protect the privacy of your home.

    All UK government mail and court documents will be scanned and emailed to you daily, free of charge.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £39.00 +VAT.

    London
    Registered Office
  • ×

    London Service Address

    Our Service Address Service provides an official address for a company director, shareholder, or PSC to appear on the public record.

    All UK government mail and Court documents addressed to the company officer will be scanned and emailed free of charge daily.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £26.00 +VAT.

    London
    Service Address
  • ×

    Confirmation Statement Service

    A company expert will prepare and submit your annual confirmation statement to Companies House, ensuring it is filed on time and accurately.

    Please note: This service does not include the £34.00 Companies House filing fee. When filing your first confirmation statement, we will take payment of £34.00 using your payment card details securely stored in your account.

    Our Confirmation Statement Service is renewable annually at the cost of £59.99 +VAT.

    Confirmation
    Statement Service
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Prestige

£99.99
£149.99 33% OFF

Top Features

  • ×

    LTD Company

    Your new limited company registered at Companies House within 24 hours.

    As soon as your new company has been approved by Companies House, you can start trading immediately.

    LTD Company
  • ×

    £50 Companies House Fee Included

    The Companies House filing fee of £50 for company incorporation is included in the package price. Registering your new company with 1st Formations incurs no additional costs.

    £50 Companies
    House Fee Included
  • ×

    Free Business Bank Account

    UK Customers

    We have partnered with 7 leading UK banks to offer our customers the perfect business banking solution. When you place your new company order, simply choose your preferred bank, and they will contact you after your company has been formed.

    Non-Resident Customers

    We have partnered with WorldFirst to offer our international customers a business banking solution. We have included a WorldFirst business account referral in our Non-Residents and eSeller Packages.

    Please note: Account openings for all banking referral partners are subject to approval.

    Free Business
    Bank Account
  • ×

    Digital & Printed Company Documents

    Your company documents will be delivered to you by email and a hardcopy by post as soon as your new company is registered, including:

    • Certificate of Incorporation
    • Memorandum and Articles
    • Share Certificates
    • WebFiling Authentication Code
    Digital & Printed
    Company Documents
  • ×

    London Registered Office

    Use our prestigious Covent Garden address as your company’s registered office address and protect the privacy of your home.

    All UK government mail and court documents will be scanned and emailed to you daily, free of charge.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £39.00 +VAT.

    London
    Registered Office
  • ×

    London Service Address

    Our Service Address Service provides an official address for a company director, shareholder, or PSC to appear on the public record.

    All UK government mail and Court documents addressed to the company officer will be scanned and emailed free of charge daily.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £26.00 +VAT.

    London
    Service Address
  • ×

    London Business Address

    Our London Business Address Service allows you to use our Covent Garden address for your day-to-day business correspondence, establishing a business presence in Central London.

    All mail addressed to your company will be forwarded to you by scan and email on the same day we receive it for £0.50 per item.

    This service is renewable annually at the cost of £96.00 +VAT.

    London
    Business Address
  • ×

    Confirmation Statement Service

    A company expert will prepare and submit your annual confirmation statement to Companies House, ensuring it is filed on time and accurately.

    Please note: This service does not include the £34.00 Companies House filing fee. When filing your first confirmation statement, we will take payment of £34.00 using your payment card details securely stored in your account.

    Our Confirmation Statement Service is renewable annually at the cost of £59.99 +VAT.

    Confirmation
    Statement Service
  • ×

    VAT Registration

    Allow our highly trained staff to handle the formalities of your VAT registration.

    We will apply for your VAT registration online.

    Once your VAT registration has been approved, HMRC will send your VAT Registration Number by post to the business address provided on the application. You will then be able to access your VAT Registration Certificate online on the Government Gateway.

    VAT Registration
  • ×

    PAYE Registration

    If you would like to pay yourself as a company director or have employees or other directors who will be taking a salary from your company, you must register for PAYE with HMRC.

    Our highly trained staff will take care of the registration on your behalf.

    The PAYE registration process usually takes around 3 weeks, and your PAYE information will be sent to you by post directly from HMRC.

    PAYE Registration
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Special Offer

All Inclusive

£149.99
£219.99 33% OFF

Top Features

  • ×

    LTD Company

    Your new limited company registered at Companies House within 24 hours.

    As soon as your new company has been approved by Companies House, you can start trading immediately.

    LTD Company
  • ×

    £50 Companies House Fee Included

    The Companies House filing fee of £50 for company incorporation is included in the package price. Registering your new company with 1st Formations incurs no additional costs.

    £50 Companies
    House Fee Included
  • ×

    Free Business Bank Account

    UK Customers

    We have partnered with 7 leading UK banks to offer our customers the perfect business banking solution. When you place your new company order, simply choose your preferred bank, and they will contact you after your company has been formed.

    Non-Resident Customers

    We have partnered with WorldFirst to offer our international customers a business banking solution. We have included a WorldFirst business account referral in our Non-Residents and eSeller Packages.

    Please note: Account openings for all banking referral partners are subject to approval.

    Free Business
    Bank Account
  • ×

    Digital & Printed Company Documents

    Your company documents will be delivered to you by email and a hardcopy by post as soon as your new company is registered, including:

    • Certificate of Incorporation
    • Memorandum and Articles
    • Share Certificates
    • WebFiling Authentication Code
    Digital & Printed
    Company Documents
  • ×

    London Registered Office

    Use our prestigious Covent Garden address as your company’s registered office address and protect the privacy of your home.

    All UK government mail and court documents will be scanned and emailed to you daily, free of charge.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £39.00 +VAT.

    London
    Registered Office
  • ×

    London Service Address

    Our Service Address Service provides an official address for a company director, shareholder, or PSC to appear on the public record.

    All UK government mail and Court documents addressed to the company officer will be scanned and emailed free of charge daily.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £26.00 +VAT.

    London
    Service Address
  • ×

    London Business Address

    Our London Business Address Service allows you to use our Covent Garden address for your day-to-day business correspondence, establishing a business presence in Central London.

    All mail addressed to your company will be forwarded to you by scan and email on the same day we receive it for £0.50 per item.

    This service is renewable annually at the cost of £96.00 +VAT.

    London
    Business Address
  • ×

    Confirmation Statement Service

    A company expert will prepare and submit your annual confirmation statement to Companies House, ensuring it is filed on time and accurately.

    Please note: This service does not include the £34.00 Companies House filing fee. When filing your first confirmation statement, we will take payment of £34.00 using your payment card details securely stored in your account.

    Our Confirmation Statement Service is renewable annually at the cost of £59.99 +VAT.

    Confirmation
    Statement Service
  • ×

    VAT Registration

    Allow our highly trained staff to handle the formalities of your VAT registration.

    We will apply for your VAT registration online.

    Once your VAT registration has been approved, HMRC will send your VAT Registration Number by post to the business address provided on the application. You will then be able to access your VAT Registration Certificate online on the Government Gateway.

    VAT Registration
  • ×

    PAYE Registration

    If you would like to pay yourself as a company director or have employees or other directors who will be taking a salary from your company, you must register for PAYE with HMRC.

    Our highly trained staff will take care of the registration on your behalf.

    The PAYE registration process usually takes around 3 weeks, and your PAYE information will be sent to you by post directly from HMRC.

    PAYE Registration
  • ×

    Full Company Secretary Service

    Our Full Company Secretary Service is our premium service. It provides up to 15 changes to your company per year to ensure your company stays compliant and offers many other benefits.

    What's included?

    • Up to 15 changes to your company per year
    • Preparation and filing of your annual Confirmation Statement, including the Companies House filing fee of £34.00
    • Preparation, maintenance and storage of your five company registers
    • Exclusive solicitor-written guidance notes covering key topics and processes you need to be aware of when running a company
    • If your company is dormant, we will prepare and file your dormant company accounts
    • A dedicated account manager on hand to answer your questions and process your instructions.

    Renewal Cost

    Our Full Company Secretary Service is renewable annually for £149.99 +VAT.

    Full Company
    Secretary Service
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Compare all Packages

Limited company formation packages

Explore our full range of packages.

Top Features

  • ×

    LTD Company

    Your new limited company registered at Companies House within 24 hours.

    As soon as your new company has been approved by Companies House, you can start trading immediately.

    LTD Company
  • ×

    £50 Companies House Fee Included

    The Companies House filing fee of £50 for company incorporation is included in the package price. Registering your new company with 1st Formations incurs no additional costs.

    £50 Companies
    House Fee Included
  • ×

    Free Business Bank Account

    UK Customers

    We have partnered with 7 leading UK banks to offer our customers the perfect business banking solution. When you place your new company order, simply choose your preferred bank, and they will contact you after your company has been formed.

    Non-Resident Customers

    We have partnered with WorldFirst to offer our international customers a business banking solution. We have included a WorldFirst business account referral in our Non-Residents and eSeller Packages.

    Please note: Account openings for all banking referral partners are subject to approval.

    Free Business
    Bank Account
  • ×

    Digital Company Documents

    Your company documents delivered to you by email as soon as your new company is registered, including:

    • Certificate of Incorporation
    • Memorandum and Articles
    • Share Certificates
    • WebFiling Authentication Code
    Digital Company Documents
  • ×

    Confirmation Statement Service

    A company expert will prepare and submit your annual confirmation statement to Companies House, ensuring it is filed on time and accurately.

    Please note: This service does not include the £34.00 Companies House filing fee. When filing your first confirmation statement, we will take payment of £34.00 using your payment card details securely stored in your account.

    Our Confirmation Statement Service is renewable annually at the cost of £59.99 +VAT.

    Confirmation
    Statement Service
Buy Now Read More

Top Features

  • ×

    LTD Company

    Your new limited company registered at Companies House within 24 hours.

    As soon as your new company has been approved by Companies House, you can start trading immediately.

    LTD Company
  • ×

    £50 Companies House Fee Included

    The Companies House filing fee of £50 for company incorporation is included in the package price. Registering your new company with 1st Formations incurs no additional costs.

    £50 Companies
    House Fee Included
  • ×

    Free Business Bank Account

    UK Customers

    We have partnered with 7 leading UK banks to offer our customers the perfect business banking solution. When you place your new company order, simply choose your preferred bank, and they will contact you after your company has been formed.

    Non-Resident Customers

    We have partnered with WorldFirst to offer our international customers a business banking solution. We have included a WorldFirst business account referral in our Non-Residents and eSeller Packages.

    Please note: Account openings for all banking referral partners are subject to approval.

    Free Business
    Bank Account
  • ×

    Digital Company Documents

    Your company documents delivered to you by email as soon as your new company is registered, including:

    • Certificate of Incorporation
    • Memorandum and Articles
    • Share Certificates
    • WebFiling Authentication Code
    Digital Company Documents
  • ×

    London Registered Office

    Use our prestigious Covent Garden address as your company’s registered office address and protect the privacy of your home.

    All UK government mail and court documents will be scanned and emailed to you daily, free of charge.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £39.00 +VAT.

    London
    Registered Office
  • ×

    London Service Address

    Our Service Address Service provides an official address for a company director, shareholder, or PSC to appear on the public record.

    All UK government mail and Court documents addressed to the company officer will be scanned and emailed free of charge daily.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £26.00 +VAT.

    London
    Service Address
  • ×

    Confirmation Statement Service

    A company expert will prepare and submit your annual confirmation statement to Companies House, ensuring it is filed on time and accurately.

    Please note: This service does not include the £34.00 Companies House filing fee. When filing your first confirmation statement, we will take payment of £34.00 using your payment card details securely stored in your account.

    Our Confirmation Statement Service is renewable annually at the cost of £59.99 +VAT.

    Confirmation
    Statement Service
Buy Now Read More

Top Features

  • ×

    LTD Company

    Your new limited company registered at Companies House within 24 hours.

    As soon as your new company has been approved by Companies House, you can start trading immediately.

    LTD Company
  • ×

    £50 Companies House Fee Included

    The Companies House filing fee of £50 for company incorporation is included in the package price. Registering your new company with 1st Formations incurs no additional costs.

    £50 Companies
    House Fee Included
  • ×

    Free Business Bank Account

    UK Customers

    We have partnered with 7 leading UK banks to offer our customers the perfect business banking solution. When you place your new company order, simply choose your preferred bank, and they will contact you after your company has been formed.

    Non-Resident Customers

    We have partnered with WorldFirst to offer our international customers a business banking solution. We have included a WorldFirst business account referral in our Non-Residents and eSeller Packages.

    Please note: Account openings for all banking referral partners are subject to approval.

    Free Business
    Bank Account
  • ×

    Digital & Printed Company Documents

    Your company documents will be delivered to you by email and a hardcopy by post as soon as your new company is registered, including:

    • Certificate of Incorporation
    • Memorandum and Articles
    • Share Certificates
    • WebFiling Authentication Code
    Digital & Printed
    Company Documents
  • ×

    London Registered Office

    Use our prestigious Covent Garden address as your company’s registered office address and protect the privacy of your home.

    All UK government mail and court documents will be scanned and emailed to you daily, free of charge.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £39.00 +VAT.

    London
    Registered Office
  • ×

    London Service Address

    Our Service Address Service provides an official address for a company director, shareholder, or PSC to appear on the public record.

    All UK government mail and Court documents addressed to the company officer will be scanned and emailed free of charge daily.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £26.00 +VAT.

    London
    Service Address
  • ×

    Confirmation Statement Service

    A company expert will prepare and submit your annual confirmation statement to Companies House, ensuring it is filed on time and accurately.

    Please note: This service does not include the £34.00 Companies House filing fee. When filing your first confirmation statement, we will take payment of £34.00 using your payment card details securely stored in your account.

    Our Confirmation Statement Service is renewable annually at the cost of £59.99 +VAT.

    Confirmation
    Statement Service
Buy Now Read More

Top Features

  • ×

    LTD Company

    Your new limited company registered at Companies House within 24 hours.

    As soon as your new company has been approved by Companies House, you can start trading immediately.

    LTD Company
  • ×

    £50 Companies House Fee Included

    The Companies House filing fee of £50 for company incorporation is included in the package price. Registering your new company with 1st Formations incurs no additional costs.

    £50 Companies
    House Fee Included
  • ×

    Free Business Bank Account

    UK Customers

    We have partnered with 7 leading UK banks to offer our customers the perfect business banking solution. When you place your new company order, simply choose your preferred bank, and they will contact you after your company has been formed.

    Non-Resident Customers

    We have partnered with WorldFirst to offer our international customers a business banking solution. We have included a WorldFirst business account referral in our Non-Residents and eSeller Packages.

    Please note: Account openings for all banking referral partners are subject to approval.

    Free Business
    Bank Account
  • ×

    Digital & Printed Company Documents

    Your company documents will be delivered to you by email and a hardcopy by post as soon as your new company is registered, including:

    • Certificate of Incorporation
    • Memorandum and Articles
    • Share Certificates
    • WebFiling Authentication Code
    Digital & Printed
    Company Documents
  • ×

    London Registered Office

    Use our prestigious Covent Garden address as your company’s registered office address and protect the privacy of your home.

    All UK government mail and court documents will be scanned and emailed to you daily, free of charge.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £39.00 +VAT.

    London
    Registered Office
  • ×

    London Service Address

    Our Service Address Service provides an official address for a company director, shareholder, or PSC to appear on the public record.

    All UK government mail and Court documents addressed to the company officer will be scanned and emailed free of charge daily.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £26.00 +VAT.

    London
    Service Address
  • ×

    London Business Address

    Our London Business Address Service allows you to use our Covent Garden address for your day-to-day business correspondence, establishing a business presence in Central London.

    All mail addressed to your company will be forwarded to you by scan and email on the same day we receive it for £0.50 per item.

    This service is renewable annually at the cost of £96.00 +VAT.

    London
    Business Address
  • ×

    Confirmation Statement Service

    A company expert will prepare and submit your annual confirmation statement to Companies House, ensuring it is filed on time and accurately.

    Please note: This service does not include the £34.00 Companies House filing fee. When filing your first confirmation statement, we will take payment of £34.00 using your payment card details securely stored in your account.

    Our Confirmation Statement Service is renewable annually at the cost of £59.99 +VAT.

    Confirmation
    Statement Service
  • ×

    VAT Registration

    Allow our highly trained staff to handle the formalities of your VAT registration.

    We will apply for your VAT registration online.

    Once your VAT registration has been approved, HMRC will send your VAT Registration Number by post to the business address provided on the application. You will then be able to access your VAT Registration Certificate online on the Government Gateway.

    VAT Registration
  • ×

    PAYE Registration

    If you would like to pay yourself as a company director or have employees or other directors who will be taking a salary from your company, you must register for PAYE with HMRC.

    Our highly trained staff will take care of the registration on your behalf.

    The PAYE registration process usually takes around 3 weeks, and your PAYE information will be sent to you by post directly from HMRC.

    PAYE Registration
Buy Now Read More

Top Features

  • ×

    LTD Company

    Your new limited company registered at Companies House within 24 hours.

    As soon as your new company has been approved by Companies House, you can start trading immediately.

    LTD Company
  • ×

    £50 Companies House Fee Included

    The Companies House filing fee of £50 for company incorporation is included in the package price. Registering your new company with 1st Formations incurs no additional costs.

    £50 Companies
    House Fee Included
  • ×

    Free Business Bank Account

    UK Customers

    We have partnered with 7 leading UK banks to offer our customers the perfect business banking solution. When you place your new company order, simply choose your preferred bank, and they will contact you after your company has been formed.

    Non-Resident Customers

    We have partnered with WorldFirst to offer our international customers a business banking solution. We have included a WorldFirst business account referral in our Non-Residents and eSeller Packages.

    Please note: Account openings for all banking referral partners are subject to approval.

    Free Business
    Bank Account
  • ×

    Digital & Printed Company Documents

    Your company documents will be delivered to you by email and a hardcopy by post as soon as your new company is registered, including:

    • Certificate of Incorporation
    • Memorandum and Articles
    • Share Certificates
    • WebFiling Authentication Code
    Digital & Printed
    Company Documents
  • ×

    London Registered Office

    Use our prestigious Covent Garden address as your company’s registered office address and protect the privacy of your home.

    All UK government mail and court documents will be scanned and emailed to you daily, free of charge.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £39.00 +VAT.

    London
    Registered Office
  • ×

    London Service Address

    Our Service Address Service provides an official address for a company director, shareholder, or PSC to appear on the public record.

    All UK government mail and Court documents addressed to the company officer will be scanned and emailed free of charge daily.

    This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £26.00 +VAT.

    London
    Service Address
  • ×

    London Business Address

    Our London Business Address Service allows you to use our Covent Garden address for your day-to-day business correspondence, establishing a business presence in Central London.

    All mail addressed to your company will be forwarded to you by scan and email on the same day we receive it for £0.50 per item.

    This service is renewable annually at the cost of £96.00 +VAT.

    London
    Business Address
  • ×

    Confirmation Statement Service

    A company expert will prepare and submit your annual confirmation statement to Companies House, ensuring it is filed on time and accurately.

    Please note: This service does not include the £34.00 Companies House filing fee. When filing your first confirmation statement, we will take payment of £34.00 using your payment card details securely stored in your account.

    Our Confirmation Statement Service is renewable annually at the cost of £59.99 +VAT.

    Confirmation
    Statement Service
  • ×

    VAT Registration

    Allow our highly trained staff to handle the formalities of your VAT registration.

    We will apply for your VAT registration online.

    Once your VAT registration has been approved, HMRC will send your VAT Registration Number by post to the business address provided on the application. You will then be able to access your VAT Registration Certificate online on the Government Gateway.

    VAT Registration
  • ×

    PAYE Registration

    If you would like to pay yourself as a company director or have employees or other directors who will be taking a salary from your company, you must register for PAYE with HMRC.

    Our highly trained staff will take care of the registration on your behalf.

    The PAYE registration process usually takes around 3 weeks, and your PAYE information will be sent to you by post directly from HMRC.

    PAYE Registration
  • ×

    Full Company Secretary Service

    Our Full Company Secretary Service is our premium service. It provides up to 15 changes to your company per year to ensure your company stays compliant and offers many other benefits.

    What's included?

    • Up to 15 changes to your company per year
    • Preparation and filing of your annual Confirmation Statement, including the Companies House filing fee of £34.00
    • Preparation, maintenance and storage of your five company registers
    • Exclusive solicitor-written guidance notes covering key topics and processes you need to be aware of when running a company
    • If your company is dormant, we will prepare and file your dormant company accounts
    • A dedicated account manager on hand to answer your questions and process your instructions.

    Renewal Cost

    Our Full Company Secretary Service is renewable annually for £149.99 +VAT.

    Full Company
    Secretary Service
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Form a limited company with our Non-Residents Package

Our Non-Residents Package is perfect for customers who are based overseas and wish to form a UK limited company.

Our package includes online company registration, WorldFirst UK business banking, a full London presence with registered office and business address services, including same-day digital mail service and international mail forwarding.

We are able to form companies for customers who are resident in most countries in the world. A full list of eligible countries can be found here.

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Form a limited company with our Non-Residents Package

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Eligible Countries

We can form companies for customers in most countries in the world; however, there are several that are not eligible.
Check if your country is eligible below:

  • Albania
  • Algeria
  • Andorra
  • Antigua and Barbuda
  • Argentina
  • Armenia
  • Australia
  • Austria
  • Azerbaijan
  • The Bahamas
  • Bahrain
  • Barbados
  • Belarus
  • Belgium
  • Belize
  • Bhutan
  • Bolivia
  • Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Botswana
  • Brazil
  • Brunei
  • Burundi
  • Cabo Verde
  • Cambodia
  • Canada
  • Chile
  • China
  • Colombia
  • Comoros
  • Costa Rica
  • Cyprus
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • Djibouti
  • Dominica
  • Dominican Republic
  • East Timor (Timor-Leste)
  • Ecuador
  • Egypt
  • El Salvador
  • Equatorial Guinea
  • Estonia
  • Eswatini
  • Ethiopia
  • Fiji
  • Finland
  • France
  • Gabon
  • The Gambia
  • Georgia
  • Germany
  • Ghana
  • Greece
  • Grenada
  • Guatemala
  • Guinea
  • Guinea-Bissau
  • Guyana
  • Honduras
  • Hungary
  • Iceland
  • India
  • Indonesia
  • Ireland
  • Israel
  • Italy
  • Jamaica
  • Japan
  • Jordan
  • Kazakhstan
  • Kiribati
  • Korea, South
  • Kosovo
  • Kuwait
  • Kyrgyzstan
  • Laos
  • Latvia
  • Lesotho
  • Liberia
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Madagascar
  • Malawi
  • Malaysia
  • Maldives
  • Malta
  • Marshall Islands
  • Mauritania
  • Mauritius
  • Mexico
  • Micronesia, Federated States of
  • Moldova
  • Mongolia
  • Montenegro
  • Morocco
  • Nauru
  • Nepal
  • Netherlands
  • New Zealand
  • Nicaragua
  • Niger
  • North Macedonia
  • Norway
  • Oman
  • Pakistan
  • Palau
  • Papua New Guinea
  • Paraguay
  • Peru
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Qatar
  • Romania
  • Russia
  • Rwanda
  • Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Saint Lucia
  • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Samoa
  • San Marino
  • Sao Tome and Principe
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Senegal
  • Serbia
  • Seychelles
  • Sierra Leone
  • Singapore
  • Slovakia
  • Slovenia
  • Solomon Islands
  • Spain
  • Sri Lanka
  • Suriname
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • Taiwan
  • Tajikistan
  • Thailand
  • Togo
  • Tonga
  • Trinidad and Tobago
  • Tunisia
  • Turkey
  • Turkmenistan
  • Tuvalu
  • Uganda
  • Ukraine
  • United Arab Emirates
  • United Kingdom
  • United States
  • Uruguay
  • Uzbekistan
  • Vanuatu
  • Vatican City
  • Vietnam
  • Zambia
  • Zimbabwe

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Company formation in 4 simple steps

Our easy company registration process gets your business up and running in no time.

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Company Name

Begin by searching for your company name to see if it is available for registration.

Select a company package.
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Select Package

Select the package that is right for you. We have a range of different options.

Checkout and pay for your order.
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Proceed to checkout. You will also have the option to add additional services.

Complete details to setup your company.
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Created for beginners, this short video will provide you with everything you need to know
about the company formation process - in the simplest of terms. Watch it and register your company today.

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    As the UK's leading company formations agents, we recognised
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The information you need to form a company

Here is what you need to register a company limited by shares - the most popular type of UK company

Company Name

A company name that is not already in use at Companies House. You can check the availability for your preferred company name by using our company name checker.

Registered Office

A registered office address that is a physical address in the UK. Don't worry, most of our packages include a London registered office service, for example, the Professional Package.

Company Officers

The details of all company officers (directors and secretaries) and shareholders, including full name, residential address, occupation, date of birth and nationality.

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Meet the people
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We helped them set up their company with ease, allowing them to do the things they love without the stress.

Mart Abramov, Founder of Tax Scouts Limited.

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“Simple process broken down into easy-to-understand steps. Everything was in one place and easy to use.”

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“I wanted to make sure that it was the right step that I was taking and 1st Formations gave me that peace of mind.”

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Why register your company with 1st Formations?

We are obsessive about our customers.

We are obsessive
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The No.1 thing that has made us successful has been our fanatical focus on the customer.

We are competively priced.

We have been able to
greatly reduce our prices

As we have grown we've been able to pass on our economies of scale to the customer.

Our staff are the most knowledgable.

We have the most knowledgeable
Customer Service Team

Our company formation training programme is much-admired within our industry.

Business startup guides

Have you got any questions about the company formation process or business
in general? No problem. We’ve written a number of guides to help you start, run and grow your business.

A guide to UK company formation.

A guide to UK company formation

Everything you need to know about setting up a UK limited company. Find out what company formation means, how to pick the perfect name, and what you must do to register a company with Companies House.

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10 duties of a company director

After company incorporation you will immediately take on a number of responsibilities. This is a comprehensive look at everything you need to do in your new role as company director.

How to change from sole trader to limited company.

How to change from sole trader to limited company

The UK limited company structure provides multiple benefits when compared to sole traders, with the biggest being the financial protection it offers its members. Here’s how to make the switch.

The most tax-efficient way to take money from a limited company.

The most tax-efficient way to take money from a limited company

Operating as a limited company provides flexibility when it comes to your personal income. This is what you need to know in regards to paying yourself.

7 tips for managing money when starting up a business.

7 tips for managing money when starting up a business

Taking care of a startup can be a culture shock - going from steady, monthly pay to the unknown. We’ve compiled some handy tips to help you manage your money after registering a company.

How to create a website for a new business.

How to create a website for a new business

Congratulations on setting up a company! Now it’s time to get your new business noticed. Here’s what you need to do to build a website that will demand attention.

Frequently asked questions...

What type of company structure is most commonly chosen by UK businesses?

Private limited companies account for over 95% of all companies registered in the UK. An overwhelming majority of these are private companies limited by shares, making this structure the most commonly used company type.

Why should I form a limited company?

The main benefit of forming a limited company is the protection provided by limited liability. This means if your business runs into financial trouble, your personal assets will not be at risk. Other benefits include enhanced credibility and tax efficiency. Overall, choosing a limited company structure can offer greater security and growth opportunities for your business.

What is meant by a company limited by shares?

A company limited by shares is the most common type of limited company in the UK. 'Limited by shares' simply means the liability of the owners is limited to the nominal value of the shares issued by the company. Shareholders are only liable for the company's debts up to the amount they have invested, which helps protect their personal finances during company operation.

How long does it take to register a company?

It usually takes up to 24 hours to form a company with 1st Formations; however, this is dependent on Companies House workload on the day, and it can take longer. To expedite your company registration, ensure you have all necessary information ready for submission.

Can I register a company on my own?

Yes. One person can form a limited company in the UK. One individual can serve as both the director and the shareholder (owner) of the company.

What information do I need to set up a company?

  1. A unique company name that is not currently registered at Companies House. You can check if your company name is available using our company name checker.
  2. A physical address in the UK to use as your registered office address. Most 1st Formations packages include a registered office address service, for example, our Privacy Package.
  3. The details of all directors and shareholders, including full names, residential addresses, occupations, dates of birth and nationalities.

Having this information prepared in advance will streamline the company formation process.

Do I need to appoint a director when forming my company?

By law, all private companies registered in the UK are required to appoint at least one director. The director must be a natural person (a human) who is at least 16 years old. There is no need for the director to be based in the UK.

How many shares do I need to issue?

A limited company must issue at least one share. If there is more than one shareholder, it is required to issue at least one share per shareholder. It is often recommended to issue more than the minimum number of shares to avoid the need to issue more in the future.

Do I have to be in the UK to form a company?

No. You can form a company as a non UK resident from most locations in the world. However, you will require to have a UK registered office address, which 1st Formations provides in most our company formation packages. Have a look at our Non-Residents Package for more details on how to register your company from abroad.

What methods of payment do 1st Formations accept?

We accept all major credit and debit cards including Mastercard, Visa, Maestro, and American Express. We ensure secure transactions, giving you peace of mind when setting up your company.

Do I need a business bank account?

There is no legal obligation for a limited company to open a business bank account; however, in practice it is almost impossible to operate without one. A limited company is a separate legal entity from its owners; therefore you should keep your personal and business finances separate.

When can I start trading with my new company?

You can start trading through your new limited company immediately after it is registered at Companies House.

What are the annual filings?

The annual filing requirements for a limited company in the UK include submitting a confirmation statement, annual accounts and Corporation Tax Return. Staying compliant with these filing requirements is essential for avoiding penalties and maintaining your company's good standing.

Will the director’s address be publicly available?

All UK company directors must report their home address to Companies House. The home address does not appear on the public record.  The only reason a director’s home address would appear publicly is if the director chooses to use it as their service address.

1st Formations offers a Service Address Service which allows directors to use our prestigious Covent Garden address as their service address, helping to protect their privacy.

What official documents will I receive after forming my company?

Once your company has been incorporated, you will receive a digital copy of your Certificate of Incorporation confirming your company has been registered. You will also receive a digital copy of your Memorandum and Articles of Association, and share certificates for your shareholders. If your package includes hard-copy company documents, these will be dispatched to you within 1 working day.

Depending on the package you buy, you may receive  a copy of your company’s registers and minutes for your first board meeting.

Do 1st Formations provide support after I form my company?

Yes, 1st Formations provide full telephone, email and online chat support for all customers during the lifetime of their companies. We also provide an Online Company Manager and a full range of  company services including London company address services to help maintain and develop your company.

The Ultimate Guide to Starting Your Business

Our eBook is available FREE with every company formation package.
1st Formations Ultimate Guide to Starting Your Business

Learn how to cultivate a business idea, create a business plan, explore funding strategies, and start your business, with our comprehensive guide.

We’ll also show you how to set up a company website, sell online, cope with the stress of running your business – and much more.

Our popular services

1st Formations provide many services to help you set up, maintain and develop your
business after company incorporation. Here is a selection of our most popular services.

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Confirmation Statement
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Full Company
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Our Online
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What you can expect from us...

1st Formations are authorised Companies House formation agents, and we are also a member of ACRA (the Association of Company Registration Agents) ensuring our company documentation is of the highest quality, always up-to-date and compliant with current regulations and legislation.

We are available and ready to support you every step of the way; from tentative initial enquires, to helping you choose a package, to guiding you through the company formation process.

If you need any assistance or you would like to form your company by telephone with one of our experts, give us a call at 020 3897 2233.

Once you are ready to start

It’s a simple matter of following our simple 4 step company formation process: Go to our homepage and find out if your company name is available; choose a package; select any company services you may require, checkout and pay; and complete our 'online company registration form'. This should take you no more than 15 minutes and your new company should be ready to trade within 24 hours.

As soon as your new company is incorporated, we will send you a digital copy of your company documents. Printed documents will take between 24 to 48 hours to reach you by post, and if your package included any address services, these will be set up for you within 3 to 5 working hours.

After company formation

Let’s just say our journey together has just started! 1st Formations provides free customer support for the lifetime of your company. So please call or email us if you need help.

We also provide a free Online Company Manager facility for all customers, where they can maintain and update their company records and details, without having to login and navigate Companies House website, and a full range of company services.