Yes, we need to verify identity in two ways:
For company formation and address services:
To meet our regulatory requirements we must verify the identity of each member (e.g director/shareholder) appointed during the company formation or using our address services.
To do this we will conduct an electronic check with Credit Safe. A link will be sent to each director/shareholder who will need to have one of the following to complete the check:
- Copy of current valid passport
- Current valid UK or EEA photo card driving licence
- Residence Permit issued by the Home Office to EEA Nationals
From 18 November 2025:
All directors and persons with significant control (PSCs) must have a Companies House personal code to file a confirmation statement. This is an 11-character code you receive after verifying your identity with Companies House through GOV.UK One Login.
If you haven’t obtained your personal code yet, you have two options:
- Verify your identity yourself at GOV.UK One Login (free)
- We can obtain your personal code for you for £29.99 per person
Without a valid personal code, Companies House will not accept your confirmation statement filing.
