Companies House identity verification is now a legal requirement for relevant company roles. Check requirements

How it works

Four clear stages, from start to personal code

You always know where you are in the process, what we need from you, and what happens next.

01

Select your verification type

Tell us whether you are verifying as a company director, a person with significant control, an LLP member or an authorised filer. If you hold more than one role, we confirm the right route for you.

Takes about 2 minutes

02

Complete your details

Provide your personal information and the companies you are connected to through a short guided form. International applicants can enter overseas addresses and documents - the form is built for it.

Takes about 10 minutes

03

Verify your identity and documents

Photograph or scan your passport or national identity document and complete a short facial check from your phone or computer. Documents are handled through a secure, encrypted workflow.

Completed remotely, from any country

04

Receive confirmation and personal-code guidance

Once verification is complete you receive confirmation, together with clear guidance on your Companies House personal code and how to connect it to each of your company roles.

What you will need

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Identity document

A current passport or national identity document from any country.

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Phone or computer

A device with a camera for the document and facial checks.

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Company details

The names or numbers of the UK companies you are connected to.

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Around 15 minutes

Most applicants complete their part of the process in one sitting.

Ready to begin?

Start your guided verification now, or review the full document requirements first.

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