Companies House ID Verification

From 18th November 2025, new identity verification requirements will come into force under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023. You must complete ID verification if you are:

• A director,
• The equivalent of a director – i.e. members, general partners and managing officers
• A director of an overseas company registered in the UK
• A person with significant control (PSC)
• An Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP) or
• Someone who files for a company – i.e. a company secretary

Important Timeframes:

• All existing office holders will have a 12-month transition period to complete verification process
• All new appointments from 18th November onwards will need to complete ID verification immediately

This mandatory, one-time process aims to improve register accuracy. Failure to comply within the 12-month transition period may result in fines or prosecution.

Penalty for Not Complying – Will You Still be a Director?

Failure to complete your identity verification within the required timeframe will result in you being unable to continue acting in a registered capacity for your company.

This means you will not be permitted to act as a:

• Director
• Person with Significant Control (PSC) or
• In any other registered company role

Until your identity has been successfully verified, your ability to fulfil statutory company duties and filings will be restricted. It is essential you complete your verification promptly to avoid disruptions in your business!

How Can we Help?

As an Authorised Corporate Service Provider, Martin Kaye Solicitors is authorised to complete identity verification on your behalf. Our team will:

• Guide you through the process
• Ensure all requirements are met correctly
• Submit verification in line with Companies House regulations
• Provide reassurance that your business remains fully complaint
• Store your ID for 7 years as required by Companies House

We offer a straightforward, fixed fee service for the ID Verification process.

If you would like to discuss the ID Verification process, please contact our team on 01952 272222 or IDverification@martinkaye.co.uk