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Get ID Verified Without the Confusion

Companies House now requires directors, People with Significant Control (PSCs), and certain filers to verify their identity, either directly or through an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP). We guide you through the process and, where eligible, verify your identity on your behalf — wherever in the world you're based.

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What It Is

A New Companies House Requirement, Made Simple

Under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act, Companies House now requires identity verification for company directors, People with Significant Control, and anyone filing on behalf of a company. The goal is to reduce fraud and confirm that the people behind a company are who they say they are.

CoFilings® is an Authorised Corporate Service Provider, which means we can carry out identity verification checks on your behalf and file the confirmation with Companies House directly. We confirm what's required for your role, collect the right documents, and complete the verification without you needing to navigate the process alone.

We support directors and PSCs both inside and outside the UK, including non-residents who need remote identity verification for their UK company.

What's Included

✓ Review of your verification requirement
✓ Guidance on accepted identity documents
✓ Identity verification via Authorised Corporate Service Provider
✓ Verification for directors & PSCs
✓ Submission of verification to Companies House
✓ Confirmation of successful verification
✓ Support for non-UK resident applicants
✓ Reminders ahead of verification deadlines
Why Verify With Us

The Advantages of Guided Verification

A correctly completed verification keeps your company compliant and avoids restrictions on your filings.

Stay Compliant

Meet the new Companies House requirement without missing your verification window.

Avoid Filing Restrictions

Unverified directors and PSCs can face restrictions on filings tied to their company.

ACSP-Verified

We're an Authorised Corporate Service Provider, so your verification is completed correctly the first time.

Non-Resident Friendly

Directors and PSCs outside the UK can complete verification remotely through us.

Clear Document Guidance

We tell you exactly which documents are accepted before you begin the process.

One Point of Contact

We handle the verification and the Companies House submission, so you deal with one team.

The Process

How It Works

A straightforward path to a verified identity on the Companies House register.

01

Eligibility Check

We confirm whether you need to verify as a director, PSC, or filer, and by when.

02

Document Collection

You provide accepted identity documents, and we review them before submission.

03

Verification

We complete your identity verification as an Authorised Corporate Service Provider.

04

Done & Delivered

We submit confirmation to Companies House and provide you with proof of verification.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Who needs to complete ID verification?
Company directors, People with Significant Control, and anyone filing on behalf of a company with Companies House are required to verify their identity under the new rules.
What is an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP)?
An ACSP is a business registered with Companies House that is authorised to verify identities on behalf of individuals, rather than the individual verifying directly through GOV.UK.
Can I verify my identity if I don't live in the UK?
Yes. Non-UK residents can complete identity verification remotely through an Authorised Corporate Service Provider, using accepted identity documents.
What happens if I don't verify my identity?
Directors and PSCs who don't complete verification within the required timeframe can face restrictions on filings and may commit an offence, so it's important to complete the process on time.
What documents do I need?
Accepted documents typically include a passport or other government-issued photo ID, along with proof of address in some cases. We confirm exactly what's needed for your situation before you begin.
Do I need to verify again if I'm a director of multiple companies?
No. Once your identity is verified, it applies to you as an individual across all companies where you hold a director or PSC role.

Ready to Verify Your Identity?

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