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Using our Find and update company information service to follow companies and search company information for free.
What the confirmation statement is and how to send your statement to Companies House.
How to request and manage the authentication code you'll need to file information online at Companies House.
Types of model articles of association a limited company can have, including older versions of Table A from previous company legislation.
How to send your information to Companies House using our online services.
How to identify and record the people who own or control your company.
Rules and requirements on filing annual accounts at Companies House for companies registered in the UK.
What the public register is, what details you need to give us, and how the public can access this information.
Understanding your role as director of a limited company and your responsibilities to Companies House.
Use this service to apply for a presenter account to file company accounts and documents with Companies House using software.
Information for directors, secretaries or company advisers about how to dissolve a company or restore a company to the register.
How to sign up for our email reminders service which tells you when your company’s accounts and confirmation statements are due.
How to register a new charge at Companies House, or tell us about any you've paid off.
Explains your responsibilities, including choosing a name, having a registered address, appointing designated members and registering with Companies House.
How to ask Companies House to extend your filing deadline if an unplanned event stops you filing your accounts.
How to charge and account for VAT on the movement of goods between Northern Ireland and EU member states (VAT Notice 725).
A list of company formation agents and company secretarial agents you can use to incorporate your company.
Explains your responsibilities, including choosing a name, having a registered address, appointing partners and registering with Companies House.
How a late filing penalty will be imposed if your company or LLP's accounts are not filed on time, and how to appeal against a penalty.
Sets out the main requirements for incorporating a company in the UK.
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