Forms covered
| Form | Description |
|---|---|
| IN01 | Application to Register a Company (version 13.0, 08/26), under section 9 of the Companies Act 2006, for private or public companies. LLPs use LL IN01 |
Deadlines and fees
- First accounts are due 21 months after a private company is registered.
- The first confirmation statement is due within 14 days after the end of the first 12 months.
- Incorporation costs £100 online or £124 on paper (see Standard Deadlines for all fees).
Key points
- The proposed name must be available, with approval attached for sensitive words.
- A private company needs at least one individual director. A public company needs at least two directors, one an individual, and a secretary.
- A secretary is optional for a private company.
- Individual directors must verify their identity under section 1110A of the Companies Act 2006.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Does a private company need a company secretary?
No. It’s optional for a private company, but a public company must have one.
When is the first confirmation statement due?
Within 14 days after the end of the first 12 months from incorporation.