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Companies House FAQs for UK Limited Companies
Clear Companies House guidance for company directors, new limited companies and business owners who want to keep their public company records, annual accounts and confirmation statement obligations organised.
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Companies House FAQs for UK Limited Companies
These answers are for general information. For a deadline, tax calculation or personal filing decision, contact Phoenix Tax Accountancy for advice based on your records and circumstances.
01What is Companies House and what does it do for a limited company?
Companies House is the UK registrar of companies. It holds public information about limited companies, including directors, registered office details, confirmation statements and filed accounts.
02What is a Companies House confirmation statement for a limited company?
A confirmation statement is a Companies House filing used to confirm that the information held about your company is correct, or to update it. It replaced the annual return.
03What is the difference between Companies House accounts and a Corporation Tax return?
A confirmation statement confirms company information, while annual accounts report financial information. Limited companies commonly have both Companies House obligations, alongside separate HMRC Corporation Tax duties.
04Who is responsible for filing Companies House accounts for a limited company?
Company directors remain legally responsible for making sure accounts and company filings are accurate and submitted on time, even where an accountant prepares or files them on the company’s behalf.
05What details should I check before filing a Companies House confirmation statement?
Review the registered office, director and secretary details, shareholder information, people with significant control (PSC), SIC code and company activity before confirming the record.
06Does a dormant company still need to file Companies House accounts?
A dormant limited company can still have filing responsibilities. The correct accounts and confirmation statement requirements depend on the company’s status and should be checked before a deadline is missed.
07What is a Companies House authentication code and how is it used?
It is a company-specific code used to file certain information online. Treat it securely because it helps authorise filings for your company.
08How do I change a director or registered office address at Companies House?
Changes to statutory company information should be reported promptly through the appropriate Companies House process so the public record remains accurate.
09What does a PSC mean for a UK limited company?
A PSC is generally someone who owns or controls a company in a way that meets the statutory conditions, such as holding significant shares or voting rights. Companies need to keep PSC information up to date.
10Can an accountant file Companies House accounts and confirmation statements for me?
Yes. An accountant can help prepare accounts, review records and support filings, but directors should still review information carefully because ultimate legal responsibility remains with them.
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