Annual Confirmation Statement

The confirmation statement, previously known as the annual return, is a filing that confirms your company’s information is up-to-date. This includes details like the registered office address, the nature of business activities, details of directors, and shareholder information.

The confirmation statement is a critical document that ensures the public record reflects the current state of your company. It offers a snapshot of your company’s structure and operations, which is essential for transparency.

Accurate and timely submission of the confirmation statement helps maintain your company’s reputation and legal standing. It also serves as a foundation for other filings, ensuring consistency across all submissions.

Confirmation Statement Due Date:

This must be filed at least once a year and no later than 14 days after the anniversary of the company’s incorporation or the date of the last confirmation statement

Confirmation Statement Fees and How to File:

If you choose to file the confirmation statement on your own. You can do this directly on Companies House website and pay the companies House government fee of £34.

Alternatively, you could choose use an agent filing service like Seed Formations for £54.99+vat (includes the £34 government fee) If you are a customer looking to file a confirmation statement with us you can do this by logging into your account or get in touch

Consequences for not Filing a Confirmation

If you do not file a confirmation statement your company could be struck off the register by Companies House.

Learn more about the confirmation statement here