Basic Package
Cost-effective company formation
Ideal if you are looking to make your new company dormant or reserve a company name for future use.
What's included:
Ready to Trade Limited Company
Your new limited company will be fully approved and ready to trade, usually within 3 - 6 working hours (subject to Companies House workload).
Digital (PDF) Company Documents
A full set of company documents sent to you by email, including: Certificate of Incorporation, Memorandum & Articles of Association, Share Certificates, etc.
Digital Company Register with First Entries
A digital version of your company's statutory registers, with the first entries completed at the date of incorporation.
Free Business Bank Account (optional)
A choice of up to 8 business bank accounts with easy online applications, including Barclays, NatWest, Mettle, Tide, Monzo, Cashplus, and ANNA.
Free .com or .co.uk Domain Name
A free .com or .co.uk website domain name for 1 year, to help establish the online presence of your new business.
Free Telephone Support for the Life of your Company
We are available to answer any questions by telephone, email or live webchat, before, during and after the company incorporation process.
Free Client Portal to Manage your Companies
Maintain and make changes to your companies using our free Online Client Portal, saving money on professional fees.
Order your company by telephone
If you are not comfortable forming your company by yourself online - call our friendly team and we will complete your order by telephone.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to supply proof of ID?
All company formation agents have a legal obligation to check proof of ID and address, including ourselves.
Don't worry - the likelihood is you will not have to do anything, as 90% of our customers successfully pass our digital ID checks.
If you don't pass our digital ID check, do not worry - almost all of our customers are able to provide their proof of ID and address via our Credas App. For more information, see here.
When can I start trading through my new company?
You can begin trading when your application is approved by Companies House. This usually takes no more than 3 to 6 working hours, depending on Companies House current workload.
Should you require to register a company urgently, we offer a Guaranteed Same Day Service which can be added to your order. If you choose to start trading immediately, you must register your company with HMRC for Corporation Tax within 3 months.
Do I get paper incorporation documents with this package?
No, you get PDF digital documents only, but these can be downloaded and printed off at any time. Alternatively, you can choose the Compliance Package, or you can order paper documents from your customer area on our website at any time after incorporation.
Do any of your packages include company address services?
Yes, the Privacy, Compliance and All Inclusive Packages include Covent Garden registered office and service addresses.
Can I use this package to register a non-profit company limited by guarantee?
No, you can only use it to register a company limited by shares, even if you simply want to reserve a company name. If you plan to set up a non-profit organisation, you should select our Limited by Guarantee Package - this will enable you to reserve a company name and register a ready-to-trade company limited by guarantee.
If you do not wish to start trading immediately upon incorporation, you will simply require contacting HMRC through your local corporation tax office to state that your new company is currently dormant.
Are there any additional costs?
No. Your company formation will cost £12.99. You will only pay more if you choose to purchase additional products or services.
Please note:
- This package provides a company with Ordinary shares. If you wish to form a company with more than one class of share, please call our customer service team at 020 7871 9990, and we will be happy to assist you.
- Business Bank accounts are only available to companies with UK resident directors and shareholders. Companies with overseas directors and shareholders are not eligible for this offer. Overseas customers will get the option to add a Wise (formerly TransferWise) bank account, suitable for non-UK residents, during the order process.
