Company Formation in the United Kingdom

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Incorporate a UK private limited company (LTD) with Companies House — one of the world's fastest and most trusted registries. No minimum share capital, no UK-residency requirement for directors, and registration often completed within 24 hours.

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A trusted route into the UK market

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Why Choose Legarithm

At Legarithm, we blend legal expertise with a sharp eye for detail to help your business grow — from incorporation and licensing to banking, tax and ongoing compliance, handled by one accountable team.

Your UK company formation partner

The United Kingdom remains a top jurisdiction for international business: a respected legal system, fast digital incorporation, and straightforward ongoing compliance. We incorporate your LTD, provide a registered office address, and keep your filings (confirmation statement, accounts) on track.

24-hour setup

Most incorporations complete within one working day.

No minimum capital

Start with a single £1 share.

No residency requirement

Directors and shareholders can be non-UK residents.

Respected registry

Companies House — globally recognised and bank-friendly.

Benefits of a UK company

Why founders worldwide choose the UK.

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    Global credibility

    A UK LTD is recognised by banks, marketplaces and partners worldwide.

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    Fast digital incorporation

    Online filing with Companies House, often within 24 hours.

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    Low entry cost

    State fee from £50; no paid-up capital requirement.

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    Clear taxation

    Corporation tax 19% (small profits) to 25% (main rate).

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    Banking & fintech access

    Strong ecosystem of UK business accounts and EMIs.

Who uses UK companies

Typical profiles we incorporate for.

E-commerce & SaaS founders

Selling into the UK/EU and global markets.

Consultants & agencies

Invoicing international clients from a credible base.

Holding structures

UK companies as part of international groups.

Non-resident entrepreneurs

Full remote setup with apostilled documents.

Startups seeking investment

A familiar vehicle for UK/US investors.

We will register your UK company remotely and handle the formalities

Formation, registered office, PSC register, confirmation statements and annual accounts — one provider, fixed fees.

Requirements & documents

A UK LTD needs at least one director (any nationality), a registered office in the UK, details of persons with significant control (PSC), and identity documents for KYC. We supply the registered office and guide you through every filing.

  • Valid passport copy (all shareholders and directors)
  • Recent passport-size photograph
  • Proof of residential address (utility bill or bank statement, typically not older than 3 months)
  • UK residence visa copy (if already a UK resident)
  • No-objection certificate (NOC) from current UK employer, where applicable
Need help confirming eligibility?
Our compliance team can review your application and guide you through the process.

How to Choose The Right Jurisdiction

We have analyzed the advantages and disadvantages of each jurisdiction so that you can make a confident decision and save time.

  • Cyprus 15% tax · IP Box
  • Estonia 0% until dividends
  • UAE 9% · 0% personal
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  • Poland EU · relocation
  • Bulgaria 10% · low cost
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UK company: step-by-step

From name check to a live company in about a day.

  • Step 01/05

    Name check and structure

    We verify name availability at Companies House and agree share structure and SIC codes.

  • Step 02/05

    KYC and documents

    Passport/ID and proof of address for directors, shareholders and PSCs.

  • Step 03/05

    Companies House filing

    We file the incorporation electronically — approval usually within 24 hours.

  • Step 04/05

    Registered office & registers

    Registered office address, statutory registers and PSC register set up.

  • Step 05/05

    Bank account and taxes

    Introduction to UK business accounts/EMIs; corporation tax and VAT registration where needed.

UK company formation: costs

Transparent fixed fees. Government fee from £50 included in all packages.

Formation
On request
  • Companies House incorporation
  • Digital company documents
  • PSC register setup
Formation + Address
On request
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  • Registered office for 12 months
  • Mail forwarding
Turnkey
On request
  • Everything above
  • Confirmation statement filing
  • Bank/EMI account introduction

Additional services

From 24 Hours

That’s how long it will take for your business to start generating profits when you start right now with the Legarithm team.
*Subject to Companies House processing and completeness of KYC documents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions?

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How fast can I register a UK company?

Electronic incorporations with Companies House are usually approved within 24 hours of filing.

Do I need to live in the UK?

No. Directors and shareholders can be non-residents; you do need a UK registered office address, which we provide.

What is the minimum share capital?

There is no minimum — most companies are formed with a single £1 share.

What taxes will my company pay?

Corporation tax is 19% for small profits and 25% at the main rate; VAT registration applies above the turnover threshold.

What ongoing filings are required?

An annual confirmation statement and annual accounts; we can handle both.

We Are Always Available

Our team ensures your business setup is smooth, efficient, and compliant with local laws. Contact us today to discuss your project.

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