Digital & Print UK Company Formation & Registration Services

This comprehensive package provides everything you need to establish a legally recognised limited company in the UK, combining instant digital access with high-quality physical documents. It is designed specifically for directors who value the professional credibility that comes with holding hard-copy certificates during face-to-face meetings or bank appointments. Form My Company facilitates this process as a trusted intermediary, ensuring your application meets every statutory requirement before it reaches the registrar.

What the Digital & Print Package Includes

Ready to trade Limited Company

A ready-to-trade limited company is a business entity that has been fully incorporated at Companies House and is legally permitted to commence commercial activities immediately. Under the Companies Act 2006, this means your business is a distinct legal person, capable of entering into contracts, owning property, and being held liable for its own debts. It provides the essential structure required to protect your personal assets through the principle of limited liability.

When you register through Form My Company Registration, you receive a fully formed entity that is “active” on the public register from the moment of approval. This allows you to sign your first client contract, hire employees, or lease office space without delay. You avoid the administrative headache of DIY filings, knowing your company is structured correctly for long-term growth and legal compliance.

Bank Accounts with up to £55 Cash Back

A business bank account is a dedicated financial facility used exclusively for company transactions, separate from the personal finances of the directors or shareholders. While not a strict legal requirement for sole traders, it is a practical necessity for a limited company because the company’s money does not belong to the individuals who run it. We partner with leading UK banks to offer integrated applications during the formation process.

By choosing this feature, you gain a professional platform to manage your business cash flow and clear a path for tax-efficient accounting. The potential £55 cashback offers a tangible financial boost to your startup capital, helping to offset initial formation costs. My Company Registration ensures the referral process is handled during your application, saving you from repetitive data entry at a later stage.

Limited Company Included

The inclusion of a limited company refers to the actual creation of a private company limited by shares, which is the most common corporate structure in the UK. This structure ensures that the liability of the shareholders is restricted to the amount they have invested or agreed to pay for their shares. It creates a formal professional image that is often required to win tenders or work with larger corporate clients.

You receive a fully structured business with a unique Company Registration Number (CRN) issued by the UK government. This means you are ready to build a brand that exists independently of yourself, providing a level of permanence and security that a sole trader status cannot offer. My Company Registration handles the complex drafting of your memorandum and articles to ensure the setup is legally sound.

Fastest Online Filing Submission

Online filing submission is the process of transmitting your incorporation data electronically to Companies House via a secure software link. This method is significantly faster and more accurate than paper-based postal applications, which can take weeks to process and are prone to manual errors. As an authorised agent, we use a direct API to ensure your data is formatted precisely to the registrar’s specifications.

The benefit to you is a dramatic reduction in waiting time, often seeing your company formed on the same business day. This speed is vital if you have a pending contract that requires a registered company number to proceed. My Company Registration prioritises your submission in the digital queue, providing a level of efficiency that manual filing simply cannot match.

Printed Share Certificates

A share certificate is a legal document issued by a company to its shareholders, serving as prima facie evidence of their ownership of a specific number of shares. Under UK law, a company must issue these certificates to shareholders within two months of an allotment or transfer of shares. While digital records exist, a physical certificate remains the traditional and most formal method of proving ownership.

You will receive high-quality, professionally printed certificates that you can hand over to your investors or fellow directors. These physical documents carry a weight of authority that digital files sometimes lack, especially when presenting your company’s stability to external stakeholders or lenders. My Company Registration produces these on premium cardstock to ensure they reflect the professional standards of your new business.

Printed Certificate of Incorporation

The Certificate of Incorporation is the “birth certificate” of your business, issued by the Registrar of Companies to prove that the company legally exists. It displays the company name, its unique registration number, and the date it was incorporated under the Companies Act 2006. This document is a mandatory requirement for opening traditional high-street bank accounts and applying for certain business licenses.

With this package, you receive a physical copy of this certificate delivered to your chosen address, suitable for framing or filing in your corporate records. Having a tangible version on hand means you are always prepared for audits or physical inspections without needing to find a printer. Form My Company ensures the print quality is of a professional grade, suitable for display in your registered office.

Digital Incorporation Certificate

A digital incorporation certificate is an electronic version of your company’s birth certificate, typically delivered in a secure PDF format. It carries the same legal weight as the paper version and contains the official seal of the Registrar of Companies. In the modern business environment, most government departments and service providers prefer digital copies for verification purposes.

You will receive this document via email the moment your company is approved, giving you immediate proof of your business’s legal status. This allows you to begin online applications for software subscriptions, trade accounts, and insurance policies within minutes of incorporation. Form My Company provides this instantly so that your momentum is never stalled by waiting for the post.

Digital Articles of Association

The Articles of Association serve as the constitutional manual for your company, defining the rules that directors and shareholders must follow. They cover essential governance issues such as how meetings are called, how directors are appointed, and how shares can be transferred. Without these, a company cannot function internally or resolve disputes between its members.

We provide a digital set of articles that are fully compliant with the “Model Articles” prescribed by the Companies Act, tailored for a standard private limited company. This ensures your business has a clear, legal framework from day one, protecting all parties involved in the management of the firm. Form My Company stores these in your online portal for easy access whenever you need to reference your corporate rules.

Digital Share Certificates

Digital share certificates are electronic records that confirm the number of shares held by each member of your company. In an increasingly paperless world, these are the primary ways many modern companies manage their cap tables and prove ownership to digital-first banks and fintech platforms. They are easily shared via email with accountants, lawyers, or potential investors during due diligence.

You receive these certificates as secure digital files immediately following the successful formation of your company. This solves the problem of keeping track of physical paperwork during the busy startup phase, as you will always have a copy stored safely in the cloud. Form My Company ensures these are formatted correctly with all required statutory information, including the company’s registered office and share class details.

Digital Company Register

The company register is a collection of statutory books that every UK company is legally required to maintain at its registered office or an inspection place. It includes the register of members, the register of directors, and the register of people with significant control (PSC). Failure to keep these records up to date is a criminal offence for which the company and its officers can be fined.

Our digital company register provides an easy-to-use electronic system for maintaining these vital records without the need for bulky physical ledgers. This simplifies your compliance obligations, making it easy to update your records whenever you appoint a new director or issue new shares. Form My Company provides this digital toolkit to ensure you remain on the right side of Companies House regulations from your first day of trading.

Free Accountancy Consultation

An accountancy consultation is a professional meeting with a qualified accountant to discuss your company’s tax obligations, VAT registration, and bookkeeping requirements. For a new director, navigating Corporation Tax, PAYE, and the nuances of the UK tax system can be daunting and potentially expensive if errors are made. This consultation serves as an educational bridge into the world of corporate finance.

You will be matched with a professional who can provide tailored advice on the most tax-efficient ways to pay yourself as a director. This session helps you avoid common pitfalls, such as missing filing deadlines or failing to register for the correct taxes. Form My Company includes this to ensure you feel supported not just during formation, but as you begin the journey of managing a profitable business.

HMRC UTR Number

The Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR) is a ten-digit code issued by HM Revenue and Customs to identify your company for tax purposes. Once your company is registered at Companies House, HMRC is automatically notified, and they will eventually generate this number to facilitate your Corporation Tax filings. It is a critical piece of information required for your annual tax returns and for communicating with the tax office.

While the UTR is generated by HMRC, Form My Company ensures that your incorporation data is transmitted correctly to trigger this process without friction. You will need this number to register for VAT or to set up a payroll scheme for your employees. Having this process handled correctly ensures that your business is recognised by the tax authorities, preventing future administrative delays when your first tax bill falls due.

Web authentication code

The web authentication code is a six-character alphanumeric string that acts as a secure password for your company on the Companies House online filing system. It is required to make any changes to your company record, such as changing your registered address, appointing directors, or filing annual confirmation statements. Without this code, you are effectively locked out of managing your own company online.

We provide this code to you as soon as it is issued by the registrar. This puts you in full control of your company’s public record, allowing you to make updates instantly from any computer. It is a vital security feature that prevents unauthorised individuals from tampering with your business details, ensuring your corporate identity remains protected.

Online Company Manager to Maintain your Companies

An online company manager is a secure digital dashboard that allows you to view and edit your company details in one centralised location. Instead of navigating the sometimes complex government portals, this interface provides a user-friendly way to track filing deadlines and store company documents. It serves as your permanent digital filing cabinet for all things related to your corporate entity.

You gain lifetime access to this manager, which simplifies the ongoing task of Company Secretarial work. Whether you need to download a lost certificate or check when your next confirmation statement is due, the information is available at a glance. We provide this tool to remove the stress of manual compliance, allowing you to focus your energy on growing your business instead of chasing paperwork.

PVC Code (Personal Verification Code)

The Personal Verification Code (PVC) is an additional security layer used to verify the identity of directors and officers during the formation process. In an era of increasing corporate fraud and identity theft, this code ensures that the individuals listed as directors are who they say they are. It is part of the robust anti-money laundering (AML) checks that all authorised agents must conduct.

You will receive a PVC that confirms your Identity Verification Service has been successfully completed. This gives you peace of mind that your company has been formed following the highest standards of legal and ethical compliance. Form My Company implements this to protect both the integrity of the UK company register and your own personal reputation as a business leader.

Free .co.uk Domain Name

A .co.uk domain name is your business’s unique address on the internet, signalling to customers that you are a UK-based organisation. In the digital economy, securing your matching domain name as soon as you register your company name is essential to prevent “cybersquatting.” It is the foundation of your professional email addresses and your future website.

We provide this domain name at no extra cost, allowing you to reserve your brand’s digital real estate immediately. This prevents competitors from buying the URL associated with your new company name before you have the chance to launch. We include this to ensure that your physical and digital brand identities are perfectly aligned from the very beginning.