Company Address Guide
We have created a simple guide to assist our new customers in understanding the difference between the various addresses used in company formation. We also explain our company address services, that are available to our customers to maintain the privacy of their home address and enhance their corporate image.
Please call our friendly 24/7 Customer Service Team if you need advice.
The company addresses
Registered Office Address
Service
Address
Business
Address
What is the purpose of this address?
It is a company's official address for receiving government mail
It is a company officer's1 official address for receiving government mail
It is the address where all general business mail will be received
Do I need this address to set up a limited company or LLP?
Yes
Yes
No
Is this address displayed on public record at Companies House?
Yes
Yes
No
What type of mail is sent to this address?
Official mail addressed to the company from UK government bodies and Court documents
Official mail addressed to a company officer from UK government bodies and Court documents
General business mail (from banks. suppliers, customers, etc.)
Do I have to display this address on my website and stationery?
Yes
Yes
It is not a legal requirement, however, in practice YES2
Does this address need to be in the same jurisdiction3 in which the company is registered?
Yes
No
No
- Company Officer: This can be a director, company secretary or a shareholder who is also a person with significant control (PSC).
- Business Address Service: There is no legal requirement to display a business address on a company's website or stationery; however, it is an essential business practice to let people know your business location.
- Jurisdiction: for the purpose of company registration, the UK is split into 3 jurisdictions (England & Wales, Scotland, N. Ireland). Your registered office must be located in the same jurisdiction in which the company is registered.
Our company address services
Registered Office Address Service
Service Address
Service
Business Address
Service
Why would I want to purchase this address service?
- It is a legal requirement
- To keep your home address private
- To enhance your corporate image
- It is a legal requirement
- To keep your home address private
- To enhance your business image
- To keep your home address private
How is mail forwarded to me?
Scan and email
Scan and email
Post or scan and email
Does the forwarding of mail incur an additional charge?
No
No
Yes1
How many services do I need to purchase?
One per company
One per officer
(per company)
(per company)
One per company
What company formation packages is the address service included?
Can I buy this service without purchasing a formation package?
Yes
Yes
Yes
How much does this address service cost?
£39.00 per year
£26.00 per year
£89.00 per year
How much does it cost to renew this service annually?
£39.00 per year
£26.00 per year
£89.00 per year
- Business Address Service: The forwarding of mail by scan and email is charged at £0.50 per letter. Mail forwarded by post is charged at the Royal Mail postal charge plus 15% handling fee.