Companies House

Striking Off and Withdrawal

How to apply to close a UK company by striking off, and how to withdraw that application if circumstances change, using forms DS01 and DS02.

Forms covered

FormDescription
DS01Striking Off Application by a Company (version 9.0, 02/26)
DS02Withdrawal of Striking Off Application by a Company (version 5.0, 03/26)

Deadlines and fees

  • Copies of a DS01 must go to all notifiable parties within 7 days of applying.
  • Anyone who becomes a notifiable party later must receive copies within 7 days.
  • If the company stops being eligible before the application is dealt with, it must be withdrawn using DS02.
  • DS01 costs £13 online or £18 on paper.

Key points

  • DS01 is made under section 1003 of the Companies Act 2006 and can’t be used for LLPs.
  • DS01 is signed by the sole director, both directors if there are two, or the majority if more.
  • DS02 can be signed by any director.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Can a striking off application be withdrawn?

Yes, using DS02, if the company stops being eligible before the application is finally dealt with.

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