If your limited company or LLP is registered in the UK, you're required to submit a Confirmation Statement to Companies House at least once every 12 months — even if the company is dormant. Introduced in 2016 to replace the annual return, it's a critical compliance requirement. Here's what you need to know:
What is the Confirmation Statement for?
Each year, you must confirm that Companies House holds accurate information about your business. This can be done using a paper form (CS01) or online. As of 5 March 2024, the form also requires you to confirm the legality of your future business activities.
File your Confirmation Statement
Download the CS01 form
Submit online
What information is required?
You'll need to review or confirm various details, including:
Registered office address
Directors and company secretaries
Where statutory registers are held
Shareholder details
Statement of capital
Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes
People with significant control (PSCs)
From March 2024, a registered email address must be included. This is for Companies House only and won't appear in public records.
Statement of Capital
This confirms the number of issued shares and their aggregate nominal value.
Understand issued shares
What can be changed in a Confirmation Statement?
You can update your SIC codes, shareholder details, statement of capital, trading status of shares, and PSC register exemption. Other updates, such as changes to directors or the registered office, must be made using separate forms.
Deadlines & Responsibility
Submit your statement no later than 14 days after the end of your review period. Directors and designated LLP members are responsible for accurate and timely filing, even if delegated to a company secretary.
Consequences of Late Filing
Missing the deadline is a criminal offence. Your business may be struck off or you may face disqualification or prosecution. Act fast if you've missed your deadline.
📞 Need help? Talk to Profectus Accounting today
Share this post: