UK Company Registration (Ltd)
Incorporate a Private Limited Company in the United Kingdom
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can an Indian resident be a director and shareholder of a UK company?
Yes, Indian residents can be both directors and shareholders of a UK Private Limited Company with no UK residency requirement, subject to RBI Overseas Direct Investment framework compliance.
What is the minimum share capital required to incorporate a UK Ltd?
There is no statutory minimum share capital requirement for a UK Private Limited Company under the Companies Act 2006.
How long does UK company registration take?
Online filing through Companies House typically results in the Certificate of Incorporation within 24 to 48 hours. Paper filings take considerably longer, often 8-10 days.
Do I need a UK registered office address?
Yes, every UK company must maintain a registered office address in the UK where official correspondence is delivered — commonly provided by a formation agent for non-resident founders.
What is a Person with Significant Control (PSC), and do I need to declare one?
Yes. UK law requires every company to identify and register any Person with Significant Control — typically anyone holding more than 25% of shares or voting rights — with Companies House at incorporation, and to keep this updated.
Do I need to file annual accounts even if the company is dormant?
Yes, every UK Ltd company must file a Confirmation Statement annually and accounts with Companies House even with no trading activity — late-filing penalties apply regardless of dormancy.
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