Context
Companies House has published further guidance on its new identity verification requirements. From 18th November 2025, directors and people with significant control (PSCs) will be legally required to verify their identity. Companies House will be phasing this in over 12 months and is contacting companies with guidance on what to do and when.
Key points to note and next actions
Identity verification will help make sure that the people setting up, running and controlling companies are who they say they are. There are two ways to verify your identity:
- directly with Companies House through GOV.UK One Login; and
- through an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP).
The blog contains guidance on using the ‘Verify your identity for Companies House’ service, sets out suggestions for help with the process, and contains tips to prepare for identity verification.