Non-UK Resident Company Formation for Lithuania 

If you are based in Lithuania and want to own a properly registered UK limited company, this package gives you everything needed to trade, open a bank account, and stay compliant without setting foot in the United Kingdom. Form My Company handles the entire Companies House filing on your behalf as an authorised agent, so your application is submitted correctly the first time.

What the Non-UK Residents Package Includes

Ready to Trade Limited Company

A ready-to-trade limited company is a fully incorporated private limited company registered under the Companies Act 2006, with its own unique Companies Registration Number (CRN), issued by Companies House. Unlike a shelf company, this is incorporated fresh in your name, with your chosen company name, directors, and share structure, legally authorised to enter contracts, open accounts, and conduct business from the moment it is approved.

What you receive is a complete, active legal entity. As the director, you have full authority to act on behalf of the company immediately after incorporation. For a Lithuanian entrepreneur wanting to access UK markets, take on UK clients, or invoice in sterling, this is the foundation on which everything else rests.

Business Bank Account

A business bank account is a dedicated commercial account registered in the company’s name, separate from any personal finances. Under UK banking regulations, operating a limited company’s finances through a personal account creates compliance and liability risks; a dedicated business account protects the legal distinction between you and the company.

You receive account setup as part of this package, meaning you do not need to navigate the UK banking system alone from Lithuania. With an active UK business account, you can receive client payments, pay suppliers, and manage VAT obligations, all functions that are impossible without it.

International Delivery of Documents

International document delivery means your physical incorporation documents certificates, printed share certificates, and articles are dispatched directly to your address in Lithuania via tracked international courier. These are not scans; they are original printed documents that many banks, authorities, and partners require for verification purposes.

For Lithuanian residents, receiving original UK corporate documents abroad removes a significant logistical barrier. You do not need a UK address to collect them, and you do not need to travel.

Limited Company Included

The limited company formation itself, including the filing of the Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association, and the IN01 form with Companies House, is included within this package cost. There is no separate filing fee charged on top.

You are not paying for incorporation separately and then for services on top. The Companies House fee of £100 is included. This clarity matters when budgeting from Lithuania, where hidden costs in UK formation services are a common complaint.

Fastest Online Filing Submission

Companies House accepts digital incorporation filings through authorised software, and filings submitted via authorised agents with verified credentials are processed significantly faster than paper applications. Form My Company uses direct digital submission channels to maximise processing speed.

For Lithuanian applicants, this means your company is typically active within hours rather than days. The faster your company is registered, the sooner you can open your bank account, register for VAT, and begin trading.

Premium 12 Month Company Filing Service 

Every UK limited company is legally required to file a Confirmation Statement (formerly Annual Return) with Companies House and prepare annual statutory accounts. Missing these deadlines results in financial penalties and, ultimately, compulsory strike-off under the Companies Act 2006.

With this 12-month filing service included, your first year of compliance obligations is covered. For a Lithuanian director managing a UK company remotely, having a professional handle statutory filings removes the risk of missing deadlines you may not be aware of.

VAT Registration

VAT registration is the process of enrolling your company with HMRC as a VAT-registered business, entitling it to charge VAT on applicable sales and reclaim VAT on qualifying business purchases. Registration is compulsory once taxable turnover exceeds the current threshold, and voluntary registration is available below that.

Being VAT-registered makes your UK company appear established and credible to larger clients who expect to receive VAT invoices. It also allows you to reclaim input VAT on UK business costs, a real financial advantage for a Lithuanian-based director sourcing goods or services in the UK.

Dormant Accounts Filing Service

If your company is not yet trading, meaning it has had no significant transactions, it is classified as dormant under HMRC and Companies House definitions. Dormant companies still have statutory filing obligations, including dormant accounts, which must be submitted annually.

This package either handles those dormant accounts filings for you, or if your company is actively trading, converts to a £110 accounting credit you can apply against your accountancy costs. Either way, your first year’s accounting position is supported.

PAYE Registration

PAYE (Pay As You Earn) is HMRC’s system for collecting Income Tax and National Insurance Contributions from employee salaries. If you intend to pay yourself a salary as a director or hire employees in the UK, you must register a PAYE scheme with HMRC before making any salary payments.

This registration is handled as part of your package. For Lithuanian directors planning to pay themselves a director’s salary, a common and tax-efficient strategy is to have PAYE in place from day one, keeping you compliant with HMRC requirements from the outset.

Trading Address, Bolton BL1

A trading address is the address your company uses for day-to-day business correspondence, the address that appears on your invoices, website, and client communications. Under UK business norms, a credible UK trading address builds trust with domestic clients.

As a Lithuanian resident, you have no UK premises. This Bolton BL1 address gives your company a legitimate, professional UK presence for trading purposes, without requiring you to lease office space.

Registered Address, Bolton BL1

The registered address is the official address held at Companies House. It is a legal requirement under the Companies Act 2006 that every UK limited company maintains a registered address in England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland at all times. All formal legal and government correspondence, including HMRC notices, is sent here.

For non-UK residents, this is not optional  it is a legal necessity. The Bolton BL1 registered address ensures your company meets its statutory obligations and that all critical correspondence reaches you without delay.

Directors Address, Bolton BL1

Directors’ addresses are publicly listed at Companies House. Every director has the right to use a service address instead of their residential address, keeping personal home details off the public register. This is an important privacy protection available under Companies House regulations.

Using the Bolton BL1 director’s address means your personal address in Lithuania does not appear on the public register. This is a standard privacy measure that Form My Company makes available to every non-UK director.

Printed Share Certificates

A share certificate is a formal document issued under the Companies Act 2006 that evidences ownership of shares in a limited company. It shows the shareholder’s name, the number of shares held, and the share class. Many banks and financial institutions require original printed share certificates as proof of ownership before processing company accounts.

You receive physically printed share certificates dispatched to your Lithuanian address. These are the original documents, not photocopies, exactly what banks and legal partners need to confirm your shareholding.

Printed Certificate of Incorporation

The Certificate of Incorporation is the official document issued by Companies House confirming that a company legally exists. It carries the company’s registration number, its registered name, the date of incorporation, and the Registrar’s signature. Without it, a company is not legally formed.

You receive the original printed certificate. For Lithuanian entrepreneurs, this document is often required by banks, foreign tax authorities, or business partners as proof that the UK company is real and validly incorporated.

Digital Incorporation Certificate

In addition to the physical certificate, you receive a certified digital version of your Certificate of Incorporation. This is the PDF version issued directly from Companies House, bearing the Registrar’s digital signature.

The digital certificate allows you to supply proof of incorporation instantly by email or upload without waiting for postal delivery. When a client or bank requests it at short notice, you have it ready.

Digital Articles of Association

The Articles of Association are the company’s constitutional document, governing how it is run, directors’ powers, shareholder rights, and decision-making procedures. They are filed with Companies House at incorporation and form part of the public record.

Your digital Articles are provided as a PDF that you can share immediately with banks, solicitors, or partners who require them. This document is requested frequently during account opening and due diligence checks.

Digital Share Certificates

Your digital share certificates are secure PDF versions of the original printed certificates. They carry the same legal information and are useful for situations where rapid proof of shareholding is required, particularly for online banking applications and remote KYC (Know Your Customer) processes.

For a Lithuanian-based director dealing with remote processes, having digital certificates on hand speeds up every compliance check a bank or partner requires.

Digital Company Register

The statutory company register is a record required under the Companies Act 2006, containing details of directors, shareholders, people with significant control, and other statutory entries. Every company must maintain one, and it must be available for inspection.

You receive a pre-prepared digital company register that is correctly structured and up to date from day one. Maintaining it is your legal responsibility; having it set up correctly at the start removes a common compliance gap for new directors.

Free Accountancy Consultation

A free accountancy consultation is a structured introductory session with a qualified UK accountant who can advise on your company’s tax position, HMRC obligations, and financial planning. It is not a sales call; it is a working session.

For a Lithuanian director new to the UK tax system, this consultation is genuinely valuable. Understanding whether to register for VAT voluntarily, how to handle director’s loans, or what records HMRC expects can prevent costly mistakes in your first trading year.

HMRC UTR Number

A Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR) is a ten-digit number issued by HMRC to identify your company for Corporation Tax purposes. You must have a UTR before filing a Company Tax Return, and HMRC expects companies to register for Corporation Tax within three months of starting to trade.

Without a UTR, your company cannot fulfil its Corporation Tax obligations. This is handled as part of your incorporation process, ensuring HMRC has your company on record from the start.

Web Authentication Code

The Companies House web authentication code is a six-character alphanumeric code issued to your company, required to file documents online via the Companies House WebFiling service. Without it, you cannot submit Confirmation Statements, update officer details, or file accounts digitally.

As a remote director in Lithuania, you will manage virtually everything online. Having the authentication code from day one means you or your agent can act on your company’s record immediately, without delays waiting for codes to arrive.