Question 1

What is Form My Company ?

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Form My Company, also called company registration, is the process of legally incorporating a business in the UK through Companies House, the official registrar of companies for England and Wales. When a business is formed, it becomes a legal entity that is separate from its shareholders, giving it its own rights and responsibilities.

Question 2

Do I have to live in the UK to form a company?

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No. You do not need to live in the UK to register a company. UK law allows foreign individuals and businesses to set up companies, provided the following requirements are met:You must appoint at least one director, who can be an individual or a company.Your company must have a registered office address in the UK.To ensure compliance and smooth setup, it is advisable to work with a solicitor, accountant, or a Companies House authorised agent such as Your Company. Professional support helps you meet all legal obligations and manage your Form My Company effectively as a non-UK resident.

Question 3

What do I need to register a limited company?

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To register a company with us, you only need to complete a 5-minute online application form. Please note that your limited company must also have:
A registered office address
At least one company director
At least one shareholder holding a minimum of one share
If you prefer to keep your business or personal director’s address private, you can use our professional address services for added confidentiality.

Question 4

Are there any hidden costs?

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There are no hidden costs for any of our packages. We advertise a fair, transparent cost for our services, so no unexpected fees are added at the end of the checkout process. We include the Companies House charge of £100.00 with all our formation packages. This fee is charged on all new formations and is included in the price you see.

Question 5

How many shares does a company need?

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A limited company requires at least one share per shareholder, with a minimum of one shareholder. There is no limit to the number of shares held by a shareholder.

Question 6

What happens after your company is registered?

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Once your application is completed online, we will set up your company within 3-6 working hours, depending on Companies House's workload on the day. You will receive a notification telling you that your company registration application has been approved. Digital copies of your company documents in PDF format will be sent to your email address, and you can begin trading immediately.

Question 7

How long will it take to register a company in the UK?

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Our Form Your Company time is relatively quick. We aim to register your new company within three to six hours after you have successfully completed the application form and identity checks. This time frame is subject to Companies House workloads, which can vary depending on factors outside of our control.

Question 8

What is the most popular company type used by business in the UK?

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The most popular company type businesses use in the UK is the private company limited by shares (LTD). It is a legal structure that offers limited liability to its shareholders, meaning that they are only liable for the amount of money they have invested in the company. This makes it a popular choice for businesses of all sizes, as it protects the personal assets of the shareholders in the event that the company goes bankrupt.

Question 9

What information is required when registering a new company?

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When incorporating a new company, there is some key information required in order to complete the application. It's relatively straightforward; personal details are required, such as full name, contact information, and address details for the company itself. A new limited Form Your Company application also requires a registered office address for the company, a director, and a shareholder holding at least one share. If you wish to keep your details private, you can use our professional address services, which are included with some packages. This is a good way to keep your business or personal director’s address private.

Question 10

Do I need to supply any documents for a UK limited company?

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When you register a company with Form Your Company, we aim to keep the process as simple as possible. No documentation is required for the company application form, and in most instances, it can be completed in approximately 5-10 minutes. Once the Form Your Company application form is submitted, an invitation from Credas (UK Government Approved Third Party Partner) will be sent, which will ask you to upload or take a photo of your identity documents online through a secure portal.

Question 11

How do I select and register a company name?

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For a client who is registering a new limited company, you will first need to ensure that the name you want is available. You can use our company name search facility on our website to check this prior to proceeding. For a private limited company, the name will also need to end with “Limited” or “Ltd”, or, if you are registering a company in Wales, then the company will need to end with (“Cyfyngedig” or “Cyf”).

Question 12

Do I need to sign any paperwork?

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No paperwork or signatures are needed. At Form Your Company Ltd, our company registration service is entirely online. Just follow our streamlined 4-step process, and in most cases, your new company will be formed within 24 hours, depending on Companies House processing times.

Question 13

What type of company should I choose?

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If your goal is to run a business for profit, a private limited company (LTD) is usually the best option. It’s the most common company type in the UK and suits a wide range of business activities. We offer a variety of company packages to suit startups, entrepreneurs, and small business owners.
If you're setting up a non-profit, charity, association, or community group, a private company limited by guarantee may be more appropriate. Check out our dedicated Limited by Guarantee package for more details.
Professionals such as lawyers, architects, or consultants may benefit from forming a limited liability partnership (LLP). LLPs provide the flexibility of a traditional partnership while offering the protection of limited liability.

Question 14

What Form Your Company documents are provided with my new company?

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Once we incorporate your company at Companies House and your company has been approved, your company registration process will be completed. Part of the completion process will include electronic copies of your company incorporation certificate with your unique company number, share certificates (Ltd Companies), and memorandum and articles of association sent to you instantly via email. If you also select a package or product that contains printed documents, these will be sent to you quickly within a day or two.

Question 15

Am I required to appoint a company director as part of the process?

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All UK Ltd companies are legally required to appoint at least one director who is over the age of 16. A company director has many legal responsibilities and reporting duties; they are legally responsible for the running of the company. Duties include but are not limited to, filing of accounts, filing documents at Companies House, and keeping the company in good standing. A director can actually be another company; however, at least one of the directors must be a person as opposed to a “legal entity”.

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