£48.00 per verification

From 18 November 2025, all company directors and People with Significant Control (PSCs) must verify their identity with Companies House. We offer identity verification through our authorised ACSP partner for £48.00.

Our accounting partners, Walton Accountancy will be in contact to complete these ID checks.

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Identity Verification Service

Discover who needs to verify their identity, why it is required and how our authorised ACSP service helps you complete the process.

Why Do Directors Need to Verify Their Identity?

The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 introduced mandatory identity verification for anyone who runs, owns, or controls a UK company. The purpose is to prevent fraud, reduce the use of false identities on the register, and improve trust in UK company information.

From 18 November 2025, new directors and PSCs must verify their identity before their appointment can be registered with Companies House. Existing directors and PSCs have a 12-month transition period, meaning everyone must be verified by 18 November 2026. However, verification must be completed before the company's next confirmation statement can be filed, so your actual deadline may be sooner.

If a director has not verified their identity, Companies House may reject filings and the company could face compliance issues. Companies House estimates that 6-7 million individuals will need to verify during the transition period.

Who Needs to Verify?

The verification requirement applies to all company directors, People with Significant Control (PSCs), LLP members, and anyone who files documents with Companies House on behalf of a company. This applies regardless of where you live; overseas directors must also verify.

You only need to verify once. Your unique personal code covers all your company roles. If you are a director of multiple companies, one verification is sufficient.

How to Verify Your Identity

There are two routes to verify your identity. The first is directly through GOV.UK One Login, which is free. You can use the GOV.UK app with a biometric passport or UK driving licence, or attend a Post Office for a face-to-face check. This is the quickest option for UK-based individuals with standard documents.

The second route is through an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP). This is particularly useful if you are based outside the UK, do not have a biometric passport or UK driving licence, or prefer to have a professional handle the process. Our ACSP partner offers verification for £48.00.

Once verified, you receive a unique personal code from Companies House. Keep this safe, you will need it for future filings. Companies House will not email the code to you.

What Is an ACSP?

An Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP) is a professional firm registered with Companies House and supervised by a UK anti-money laundering body. ACSPs can verify identities on behalf of individuals and file documents with Companies House on behalf of companies.

From spring 2026, only verified individuals or ACSPs will be able to file documents at Companies House. This means company secretaries, accountants, and other agents who file on behalf of clients will need to be registered as ACSPs.

99p Company Formations works with an authorised ACSP partner to provide identity verification services. We can verify UK and overseas directors.

ID Verification FAQ

Quick answers about Companies House identity verification.

Identity verification is now a requirement for all company directors and persons with significant control (PSCs). It is designed to improve the accuracy of the Companies House register and help prevent fraud.

From 18 November 2025, identity verification became mandatory for new directors and PSCs at the point of appointment or incorporation. Existing directors and PSCs must verify their identity before filing their next confirmation statement.

Yes, you can verify your identity directly with Companies House for free using the GOV.UK One Login service or in person at a Post Office. However, this requires suitable photo ID such as a biometric passport. If you do not have acceptable documentation or have had difficulties with the online process, using an authorised agent is an alternative.

Our accounting partners, Walton Accountancy, are registered as an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP) with Companies House. This means they can verify your identity on your behalf. This is particularly useful if you do not have a biometric passport or have experienced problems using the GOV.UK verification system.

Our identity verification service costs £48.00 per person. After you submit your details, Walton Accountancy will be in contact to complete the verification process. You can add multiple people to one request if several directors or PSCs need to be verified.

Once verified, you will receive a personal code from Companies House. You will need this code when making future filings, such as your confirmation statement or when being appointed as a director of another company.