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Registration of a company in the United Kingdom

Registration of a company in the United Kingdom
  • Price:from 900 EUR
  • Term:from 2 days
About jurisdiction

United Kingdom is a prestigious and highly developed jurisdiction of world importance. Despite the fact that the country left the EU, this did not affect its business climate in any way, because favorable economic conditions continue to attract foreign investors and entrepreneurs.

The UK is a kind of technological and financial center of Europe, it is here that the largest concentration of international companies that are engaged in digital development, IT research, innovation in the field of intellectual property and science. All start-ups strive to start their activities in Britain for long-term development, obtaining tax benefits and attracting international investment. The cross-border trading business is also widely developed and popular.

Cost and terms of company registration in the UK
Registration of LTD/LLP
900 EUR
...
  • initial client identification to comply with UK legal requirements
  • company name check for registration
  • legal address for a year
  • managing agent for a year
  • preparation of statutory documents
  • payment of company registration fee
  • registration services
  • package of statutory documents without notarization and apostillation
  • corporate seal (if necessary)
  • consultations on choosing a banking or payment solution
  • consulting support for the company for a year

Please note: From 18 November 2025, under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, every director and person with significant control (PSC) is required to undergo identity verification before submitting documents for company registration. The identity verification procedure is an integral part of the registration process, without which it is impossible to apply for the formation of a company.

Registration of LTD/LLP
1900 EUR
...
  • initial client identification to comply with UK legal requirements
  • company name check for registration
  • legal address for a year
  • managing agent for a year
  • preparation of statutory documents
  • payment of company registration fee
  • registration services
  • provision of a corporate package of company documents under notarization and apostille
  • corporate seal (if necessary)
  • consultations on choosing a banking or payment solution
  • consulting support for the company for a year
  • one courier delivery of original documents

Please note: From 18 November 2025, under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, every director and person with significant control (PSC) is required to undergo identity verification before submitting documents for company registration. The identity verification procedure is an integral part of the registration process, without which it is impossible to apply for the formation of a company.

Company registration period
from 2days
Company LTD/LLP renewal
900 EUR
...
  • checking the company's compliance with all compliance and KYC criteria
  • payment of duty upon continuation of the company
  • legal address services for a year
  • receiving and storing legal correspondence in the UK
  • registration agent services for a year
  • submitting a statistical report to the Companies Registry
  • legal and tax advice
  • representing the company's interests and making contacts with relevant UK government authorities
Financial report preparation
from 650 EUR
Payoneer or Emerald24 account
0 EUR (excluding bank fees)
...

Opening a business account for a company in the Payoneer or Emerald24 payment systems is a comprehensive service from our company. This service does not require additional payment, as we strive to ensure the most comfortable start of your company and emphasize the importance of our cooperation. You pay only bank fees in accordance with the requirements of the payment system, and we take full responsibility for communication with the payment system and collection of documents.

Please note that this offer is valid only if the company's activities comply with the specified payment systems (high and ultra-high risk are not included in the list of permitted activities).

All additional services for opening a company in the UK (England) are discussed and formed individually for the client and his tasks. Ask our lawyers by phone about the possibility of buying a ready-made offshore company in the UK.
Benefits of opening a company in the UK (England)
  • 1The UK is not an offshore, but a prestigious privileged jurisdiction
  • 2Access to international trading markets
  • 3The UK is famous for its payment systems and neobanks
  • 4Innovation hub of technology companies and investors
  • 54 venture capital investment programs available for investors
  • 6You can open a company in the UK without visiting the country
  • 7Jurisdiction has over 140 active tax treaties
  • 8There is no annual fee for legal entities
  • 9Suitable for acquiring local property
UK taxes
Corporate tax - 19%-25%
Personal income tax – 20%,40% and 45%
Patent Box Regime – 10%
VAT - 20% (preferential 5%/0%)
Capital gains tax – 10%/18%/20%/24%
Stamp duty on real estate – 2% -12%
Annual duty – none
Inheritance tax – 40%
Employee social contributions – 8% on income £12,570–£50,270, with over £50,270 - 2%
Employer social contributions – 15% (on salaries over £5,000)

The UK tax system sets different rules for residents and non-residents.

Residents pay income tax on all income, including that earned outside the jurisdiction. Non-resident companies pay tax on profits earned in England.

The rate of corporation tax depends on the company's profit:
  • - if the profit does not exceed £ 50,000 - 19%;
  • - if the profit is within £ 50,000 - £ 250,000 - 25% however, companies will be entitled to a marginal benefit, depending on the amount of profit and type of activity, which will allow them to pay tax within 19-25%;
  • - if the profit is over £ 250,000 - 25%.

In Britain, the Patent Box Regime is a special regime that allows companies to pay only 10% of corporation tax on profits related to the use or licensing of patented technologies, instead of the standard 25%.

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) in The UK has a tax on profits from the sale of assets such as real estate (other than a primary residence), shares or businesses. A tax-free allowance of £3,000 is granted each year. The tax rate depends on the level of income: for basic taxpayers (income up to £50,270 per year) - 10% or 18%, for those who earn more - 20% or 24%.

The country also has a stamp duty on the purchase of real estate, the percentage of which depends on the amount of the object and the type of buyer. If real estate for an amount of up to £300,000 is purchased for the first time or real estate for up to £125,000 is purchased, stamp duty does not apply.

Dividends for UK residents are taxed separately from wages. The first £500 per year is not taxed, then the rates are: 8.75% - basic, 33.75% - increased, 39.35% - additional. For directors of small companies, this is a popular strategy - minimum salary plus dividends. But it is important to structure payments correctly to avoid overpayments and tax risks.

To trade with the European Union, English companies need to obtain an EORI number. If the company's annual turnover exceeds 90,000 GBP, a VAT number is also required.

More about taxes in the UK.
Company Forms
Registration of a business in the UK is possible in the following forms: sole proprietorship, branch, partnership, joint stock company, limited liability company (public or private). In order to optimize taxation, partnerships are used - LP or LLP, and for full-fledged commercial activities - LTD.
Legal Requirements
Company form:
LTD LLP
  • Capital – there is no minimum amount.
  • Director - only an individual person, of any residency, acts. Must have 1 director.Before registering a company, every director and PSC must undergo identity verification through Companies House and obtain a personal code (the requirement is effective from 18 November 2025).
  • Shareholder - can be both an individual and a company of any residency. The position is compatible with the director. Must have 1 shareholder.
  • Secretary - the legislator does not require.
  • Register of beneficiaries - the public Register of Controlled Persons is functioning, information is publicly available.
  • Available information - about the name of the company, legal address, size of the authorized capital, director, shareholder and beneficiary.
  • Substance requirements – physical presence (office, resident director) is required to open an account with the UK bank.
  • Legal address - necessarily in the territory of the UK
  • Capital – there is no minimum amount.
  • Director – the general partner manages the company.
  • Partners - both an individual and a corporate person can act. Residence is not taken into account. Must have 2 partners.
  • Secretary - the legislator does not require.
  • Register of beneficiaries - the public Register of Controlled Persons is functioning, information is publicly available.
  • Available information - about the name of the company, legal address, the size of the authorized capital, partners.
  • Legal address - mandatory in the UK.
Reporting

All UK companies, regardless of their business and legal form, are subject to the obligation to prepare an annual financial and statistical report.

A static report (Annual Return) is a kind of annual update of data on a company (address, agent, managers), which is submitted during the renewal of the company.
Financial Statement (Annual Accounts) - submitted by all active companies and displays the annual financial position of the company.

Zero report (Dormant Accounts) - submitted by companies that do not carry out any activity to confirm their inactive status.

In addition to the above reports, active companies are also required to file a tax return (Tax Return).

An audit is not required for small companies. If the company meets any of the 2 criteria below, the audit report is mandatory:

  • turnover above 15 000 000 GBP/year;
  • the value of assets over 7 500 000 GBP;
  • more than 50 employees.

A company that has registered as a VAT payer must submit quarterly VAT returns.

Setting up a company in the UK: stages
1
Consultations and assessment of the client's business
2
Company name selection
3
Determination of the legal form
4
Preparation and collection of necessary documentation
5
Preparation of a corporate package of documents for the company
6
Formation of the authorized capital, if necessary
7
Registration procedures
8
Notarization and apostille of documents (upon request)
9
Delivery of original documents
Required documents
To register a company in the UK, you will need the following documents:
  • 3 desired company names
  • description of directions of work of the future company
  • national and foreign passports of the shareholder, director of the company
  • confirmation of the address of registration of the shareholder (for example, a utility bill receipt)
  • confirmation of the director's registration address (eg utility bill)
This list is indicative and when registering an English company in the UK (including London), other documents may be requested.
If you have any additional questions, you can always contact us for a free consultation on how to register a company in order to open a business in the UK.
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    Is the UK offshore?
    The UK is not an offshore, this concept is applicable to the controlled overseas territories of Britain. British, Scottish and Welsh partnerships are often referred to as offshore due to the lack of local taxation. But, the UK itself has never had the status of an offshore zone.
    How much does it cost to open a company in the UK?
    The creation of a new company in the UK, accompanied by Azola lawyers, takes from 2 days. The cost is formed individually for the client and his requests, and also depends on the form of the company. For advice on the details of this jurisdiction and the registration procedure, leave a request on our website.
    For what activities is it profitable to create a company in Britain?
    England is a popular jurisdiction for the creation of trading companies, IT businesses, online trading, and technological start-ups.
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