It usually takes 1 working day for approval once the confirmation statement is submitted to Companies House. The process is straightforward and can be completed quickly through our platform.
You can search for your company using the Companies House search the register page. On the company details page, you will find the next confirmation date and due date. Alternatively, you can view this information in your Filing HQ account once your company is added.
Your confirmation statement is due annually and must be submitted to Companies House within 14 days after the end of the review period. This period starts from the date of incorporation or from the date of the previous confirmation statement. It is important to ensure timely submission to avoid penalties or potential legal issues with Companies House.
If you fail to submit your confirmation statement to Companies House by the due date, your company may face penalties. Initially, you'll receive a notice informing you that the confirmation statement is overdue. Continued failure to file may result in escalating fines and could eventually lead to your company being struck off the register, meaning it would no longer legally exist. It's crucial to meet the filing deadline to maintain your company's legal status and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Whilst not immediately required, filing a confirmation statement after any changes ensures that Companies House has current and accurate information about your company. You have the option to file it immediately after share issues or transfers through our platform, or you can submit it later from the Confirmation Statements section when it's due. However, you must file at least once per year within the 14-day window after your review period ends.
A confirmation statement includes details such as your registered office address, principal business activities (SIC codes), directors and secretary details, shareholders and their shareholdings, share capital structure, and persons with significant control (PSCs). The statement confirms that all this information is accurate and up-to-date as of the confirmation date.
Yes, you must file a confirmation statement annually even if nothing has changed. The confirmation statement is a legal requirement that confirms your company's information is still accurate, regardless of whether there have been any changes during the year.
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