Register a Limited Company
Get a legally registered UK limited company with your certificate of incorporation, memorandum, and articles — ready to trade. We handle every step of the Companies House filing so you can focus on your business, not paperwork.
Quick answer
How long does it take to register a limited company?
Most UK limited companies are incorporated within 3-6 working hours after a complete application is submitted to Companies House. You need a company name, at least one director, at least one shareholder, a registered office address, and one or more SIC codes describing the business activity. Once Companies House accepts the application, the company receives a certificate of incorporation and can start trading. Delays usually happen when a company name needs manual review, director details do not match identity checks, or the application is submitted outside normal processing hours. Preparing the director, shareholder, address, and SIC code details before you start is the fastest way to avoid back-and-forth and get the company registered the same day. Digital filing also avoids postal delays and keeps all incorporation documents available immediately.
Who this is for
- You're starting a new business and want limited liability protection
- You're a freelancer or contractor moving to a formal company structure
- You're an overseas entrepreneur setting up a UK presence
- You're converting from sole trader to limited company
What's included
- Same-day Companies House submission
- Digital certificate of incorporation
- Memorandum & articles of association included
- SIC code selection assistance
- Post-incorporation compliance checklist
What you'll need
- 1Proposed company name (we'll check availability)
- 2Names and addresses of all directors
- 3Names and addresses of all shareholders
- 4A UK registered office address
- 5At least one SIC code describing your business activity
How it works
Complete the form
Answer a few simple questions about your filing requirements.
We file for you
Our team reviews and submits your filing electronically.
Confirmation
Receive your filing confirmation and any official documents.
Why efilings.uk
- Companies House authorised electronic filing agent
- Thousands of companies incorporated since launch
- Every application reviewed by our UK-based compliance team
- Digital delivery — no waiting for post
Official guidance
Check the primary government guidance for this filing before you start.
Common questions
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