Non-UK Resident Company Formation for Greece

If you’re based in Greece and want to establish a UK limited company, this all-inclusive package handles everything from Companies House registration to business bank account setup. Form My Company delivers your incorporation documents internationally to Greece and provides 12 months of professional filing support, so you can trade legally in the UK without managing the administrative burden yourself.

What the Non-UK Residents Package Includes

Ready to Trade Limited Company

A ready-to-trade limited company means your business is incorporated at Companies House with its statutory registers in place, share structure confirmed, and corporate constitution adopted making it legally capable of entering contracts, issuing invoices, and opening business bank accounts from day one. This differs from a dormant company, which cannot trade until activation, and it’s structured under the Companies Act 2006 with standard articles of association unless you specify otherwise.

What you receive is a company that’s fully operational within hours, not weeks. For Greek entrepreneurs, this means you can start accepting UK clients, registering for VAT if your turnover requires it, and building a commercial presence in Britain whilst managing operations from Athens, Thessaloniki, or anywhere else in Greece. The structure is already compliant, so you skip the learning curve entirely.

International Delivery of Documents

Once Companies House approves your incorporation, physical documents must reach you in Greece. International delivery means your certificate of incorporation, share certificates, and statutory registers are couriered directly to your Greek address using a tracked service, typically arriving within 5–7 working days, depending on customs processing.

This matters because you’ll need the original incorporation certificate when opening your business bank account, and some clients or suppliers may request sight of certified company documents before contracting with you. Digital copies are provided immediately, but having the physical set gives you flexibility when dealing with institutions that still require hard copy verification.

Limited Company Included

This confirms that the £100 Companies House registration fee is part of the package you’re not paying it separately. When you incorporate through Form My Company, the agent fee and the statutory filing fee to Companies House are bundled, so there’s no confusion about what you’re being charged for or unexpected invoices after checkout.

Some formation agents advertise low prices, then add the Companies House fee at the payment stage, which frustrates buyers who’ve already committed time to the application. Here, the £100 covers everything required to get your company live on the public register, including the official submission and compliance checks before filing.

Fastest Online Filing Submission

Form My Company submits your incorporation documents to Companies House electronically within minutes of receiving your verified details, using the WebFiling system that authorised agents access. This cuts out the postal delays that paper applications suffer, and it means your company can be approved within three working hours if there are no queries from Companies House.

For Greek residents, this speed is critical if you’re working to a deadline, perhaps you’ve secured a UK contract that requires proof of incorporation, or you need the company active before a VAT registration cutoff. Electronic filing also reduces errors because the system validates your information before submission, lowering the chance of rejection.

Premium 12 Month Company Filing Service

Every UK limited company must file a confirmation statement annually with Companies House and submit accounts to HMRC, even if no trading has occurred. The premium filing service means Form My Company handles these submissions on your behalf for the first year, monitoring deadlines, preparing the filings, and ensuring compliance without you needing to track UK regulatory dates.

This is worth over £200 because hiring an accountant or filing agent separately would cost between £150 and £300 annually depending on complexity. For Greek directors unfamiliar with UK filing requirements, this removes the risk of late filing penalties (£150 minimum from Companies House, plus additional HMRC fines) and keeps your company in good standing whilst you focus on trading.

VAT Registration

If your UK company’s taxable turnover exceeds £90,000 within any 12-month period, you must register for VAT with HMRC. Form My Company completes the VAT registration application on your behalf, submitting the VAT1 form and ensuring your company receives its VAT number, which you’ll need to charge VAT on invoices and reclaim VAT on business purchases.

This service saves Greek directors from navigating HMRC’s online systems, which assume familiarity with UK tax terminology. Once registered, you’ll receive your VAT certificate and can begin issuing VAT-compliant invoices immediately. If you’re not yet VAT-registered but expect to cross the threshold soon, having this included means you won’t need to hire a separate agent later.

Dormant Accounts Filing Service

If your company doesn’t trade during its first year, it’s classified as dormant for corporation tax purposes, but you still must file dormant accounts with Companies House. Form My Company handles this filing at no extra cost, submitting the dormant company accounts and confirmation statement so you avoid penalties.

Alternatively, if your company does trade, you receive a £110 credit towards professional accounting services through Form My Company’s partner accountants. This credit covers part of your year-end accounts preparation or bookkeeping setup, which is especially useful for Greek entrepreneurs who need UK-qualified accountants to ensure HMRC compliance but want to minimise first-year costs.

PAYE Registration

If you plan to pay yourself a salary as a director or employ staff in the UK, you must register for PAYE (Pay As You Earn) with HMRC. This registration gives your company an employer reference number and sets up the system for reporting wages and deducting income tax and National Insurance contributions through Real Time Information (RTI) submissions.

Form My Company completes the PAYE registration process, which involves submitting detailed employer information to HMRC and waiting for your reference numbers. For Greek residents, this is particularly valuable because HMRC’s verification process can request additional documentation from international directors, and having an authorised agent manage it reduces delays and ensures your payroll is compliant from the first payment.

Trading Address, Bolton BL1

Your company needs a physical UK address for official correspondence from HMRC, Companies House, and other regulatory bodies. The Bolton BL1 trading address is a professional location that appears on your company stationery and website, giving your business a credible UK presence without renting physical office space.

This address is different from your registered office (which is publicly listed) and can be used for day-to-day business mail. For Greek directors, it means clients and suppliers see a UK address on invoices and contracts, which builds trust and avoids questions about international operations. Mail sent to this address is forwarded to you in Greece or scanned and emailed, depending on the service level you select.

Registered Address, Bolton BL1

The registered office is the official address on public record at Companies House, and it’s where all legal notices and statutory documents are sent. Using Bolton BL1 as your registered address keeps your Greek home address private, which is important because the Companies House register is searchable by anyone, including competitors and unsolicited marketers.

UK company law requires the registered office to be in the same jurisdiction as the company, so an England and Wales company must have an English or Welsh registered address. Form My Company provides this as part of the package, and the address remains active as long as you maintain the service. If you ever change your registered address, you must notify Companies House within 14 days, but with this service, that’s handled for you.

Directors Address, Bolton BL1

Director details, including your residential address, are published on the public Companies House register unless you apply for a Section 1088 protection order. Using the Bolton BL1 address as your directors’ service address means official correspondence goes to a UK location rather than your Greek home, though your residential address is still filed with Companies House (it’s just not shown on the public record automatically).

This service address receives statutory notices, court documents, and compliance letters, which are then forwarded to you. For Greek directors, this creates a buffer between your personal residence and public business records, reducing the risk of identity theft or unwanted contact whilst ensuring you receive all legally required notifications.

Printed Share Certificates

Share certificates are physical documents proving ownership of shares in your company. UK law doesn’t require printed certificates; digital records are legally valid, but many shareholders, especially if you’re bringing on investors or co-directors, expect a formal certificate as proof of their stake.

Form My Company prints and posts professional share certificates with your company name, registration number, shareholder details, and share class information. These are signed and sealed, giving them the formal appearance that banks and legal advisors recognise. For Greek entrepreneurs, having printed certificates is useful when demonstrating ownership to Greek accountants or legal advisors who may not accept digital-only proof.

Printed Certificate of Incorporation

The certificate of incorporation is issued by Companies House once your company is approved, confirming its legal existence and registration number. The printed version is a high-quality certified copy that you’ll need when opening business bank accounts, applying for commercial credit, or providing proof of incorporation to clients.

While you’ll receive a digital certificate immediately, the printed certificate carries more weight in formal situations, particularly with UK banks, who often require sight of the original or a certified copy before approving business accounts. Form My Company posts this to your Greek address along with your other formation documents.

Digital Incorporation Certificate

Immediately after Companies House approves your company, you receive the digital certificate of incorporation via email, usually within hours of submission. This PDF is an official document you can use for online account setups, supplier registrations, or any situation where you need to prove your company exists before the printed certificate arrives.

For Greek directors, this instant access means you can start trading, open digital banking apps, or register with HMRC for your UTR number without waiting for international post. The digital certificate is legally equivalent to the printed version for most purposes, and it’s watermarked to prevent tampering.

Digital Articles of Association

The articles of association are your company’s internal rule book, governing how directors are appointed, how shares are transferred, and how decisions are made. Form My Company provides these digitally as a PDF, so you can reference them whenever you need to check director powers, shareholder voting rights, or dividend distribution rules.

These articles are based on Model Articles under the Companies Act 2006 unless you request custom provisions. Having them digitally means you can share them with accountants, lawyers, or investors immediately, and you don’t risk losing the only copy. For Greek entrepreneurs, it’s worth reviewing these with a UK-qualified advisor if your business structure is complex.

Digital Share Certificates

Digital share certificates are PDF versions of your ownership documents, issued at the same time as the printed versions but delivered instantly via email. They contain the same legal information: shareholder name, number of shares, share class, and certificate number—and are valid for most administrative purposes.

You’ll use these when setting up business bank accounts that allow digital document upload, or when your Greek accountant needs proof of company ownership for local tax filings. They’re also useful if you issue new shares later and need to provide existing shareholders with updated certificates quickly.

Digital Company Register

UK limited companies must maintain statutory registers recording directors, shareholders, people with significant control (PSC), and certain company decisions. Form My Company provides a digital version of these registers in a format that’s compliant with Companies Act 2006 requirements, which you can update and store electronically.

This digital register is accessible through your online account, so you can view or download it whenever HMRC, your bank, or a professional advisor requests it. For Greek directors, this removes the administrative burden of maintaining physical ledgers and ensures your records are always available, even when you’re not in the UK.

Free Accountancy Consultation

A 30-minute consultation with a UK-qualified accountant is included, covering your company’s tax obligations, VAT thresholds, allowable expenses, and corporation tax deadlines. This isn’t a sales call, it’s a genuine advisory session designed to help you understand what HMRC expects from your UK company.

For Greek entrepreneurs, this consultation is invaluable because UK tax rules differ significantly from Greek regulations, particularly around dividend taxation, National Insurance, and capital gains. You can ask specific questions about your business model and get answers from someone who understands both company law and HMRC requirements.

HMRC UTR Number

The Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR) is a 10-digit number HMRC issues to your company for corporation tax purposes. Form My Company registers your company for corporation tax and obtains your UTR, which you’ll need when filing your first Company Tax Return (CT600) and paying any corporation tax due.

This number typically takes 7–10 working days to arrive after incorporation, and HMRC posts it to your registered address. Without it, you cannot file tax returns or communicate with HMRC about your company’s tax affairs. Form My Company ensures the registration is completed correctly, avoiding delays that can lead to penalty notices.

Web Authentication Code

The web authentication code (also called an authentication code) is a security credential that Companies House issues to authorised agents, allowing them to file documents electronically on your company’s behalf. Form My Company uses this code to submit your confirmation statements, accounts, and other statutory filings without requiring you to access Companies House WebFiling yourself.

For Greek directors, this removes the technical complexity of navigating UK government systems and ensures filings are submitted correctly and on time. The code is securely stored, and you’re notified before any filing is made on your behalf, so you always know what’s being submitted.