What is a UK Private Limited Company?

A Private Limited Company (LTD) is the most popular corporate structure for businesses in the United Kingdom. It is a distinct legal entity from its owners (known as shareholders), which means the business is responsible for its own debts. This key feature, known as "limited liability," protects your personal assets.

Forming an LTD company with Companies House—the UK's official registrar of companies—transforms your business from a personal endeavour (like a sole trader) into a formal, professional entity. This structure is essential for growth, securing investment, and building a lasting brand. Our service demystifies this process, ensuring your company is registered correctly and in full compliance with UK Company Law.

What's Included in Our LTD Formation Service?

• Companies House Name Check: We perform an instant check to ensure your chosen company name is available and compliant with UK naming rules.
• Digital Filing with Companies House: We prepare and digitally submit all required incorporation documents, ensuring a fast and accurate formation, often within 24 hours.
• Official Certificate of Incorporation: Once approved, you will receive your digital Certificate of Incorporation, which is official proof of your company's existence.
• Memorandum & Articles of Association: We provide you with the essential constitutional documents that outline the company's purpose and how it will be run.
• Issuing of Share Certificates: We generate official share certificates for all founding shareholders, detailing their ownership stake in the company.
• Prestigious Registered Office Address: Use our professional UK address as your company's official Registered Office, protecting your home address from the public record.
• Director's Service Address: Keep your residential address private by using our address for all your company's directors.

Our Simple 3-Step Formation Process

1. Provide Your Details: Complete our simple online form with the required information for the company director(s), shareholder(s), and your chosen company name.
2. We Submit to Companies House: Our experts review your application for accuracy and submit it electronically to Companies House for approval.
3. Your Company is Formed: You receive an official email confirmation, and all your digital company documents—including your Certificate of Incorporation—are sent directly to you. Your company is now ready to trade!

Key Benefits of a UK Limited Company

• Limited Liability: The primary advantage. You are only liable for the company's debts up to the value of your shares, protecting your personal finances.
• Professional Image: An 'LTD' at the end of your name enhances your brand's credibility with customers, suppliers, and financial institutions.
• Tax Efficiency: Companies pay UK Corporation Tax on their profits, which can be more tax-efficient than the income tax rates paid by sole traders.
• Separate Legal Identity: The company can own assets, enter into contracts, and continue to exist regardless of changes in ownership or directorship.
• Easier to Raise Capital: It is much simpler to raise investment and issue shares to new investors when you operate as a limited company.

Why Use Our Formation Service?

Navigating the requirements of Companies House can be tricky. A simple mistake on an application can lead to rejection and delays. As an authorized formation agent, we ensure your application is submitted correctly the first time.

We provide speed, accuracy, and invaluable services like a Registered Office Address to keep your personal details private. Let us handle the complexities of incorporation so you can focus your energy on launching and growing your business in the UK market.