Companies House
identity verification.
Remote identity verification for directors and individual persons with significant control, overseen by our ACSP-registered legal consultant.
Support for your
Companies House role.
Tell us your role and circumstances so we can confirm the appropriate next steps.
Directors
Support for new and existing directors who need to verify their identity for Companies House.
Discuss your requirementsIndividual PSCs
Help with verification as a person with significant control, including where you also hold a director role.
Ask about PSC verificationOverseas clients
Remote enquiries from outside the UK, subject to our review of your circumstances and available identity documents.
Check suitabilityYour deadline depends on your role and circumstances. Check the official timing guidance ↗
A clear process,
from checks to code.
We explain the required checks and what happens after successful verification.
Initial review
We review your circumstances, confirm suitability and explain which documents and information are required.
Remote checks
You complete the agreed document and identity checks, including a video call with our team.
Your personal code
Following successful verification and submission, Companies House emails your personal code to the address provided for you.
Use it for your roles
You use the code in the relevant director or PSC process to connect your verified identity to each role.
Identity verification and company filings are separate steps. Tell us if you also need filing support so the scope can be confirmed.
Before we begin
Start with
the essential details.
For your first enquiry, tell us your role, where you live and what identity documents you hold. We will confirm the appropriate checks and how to provide the required documents.
Document requirements depend on the verification method and your circumstances. We explain the requirements for your case before starting.
Read our privacy policyInclude in your enquiry
- 01
Your role and company
Director, individual PSC or another role. Include the company name and number, if already incorporated.
- 02
Your available ID
The document type, issuing country and whether it is current. We will confirm what can be accepted.
- 03
Your location and deadline
Country of residence and any relevant appointment, confirmation statement or PSC deadline.
Your authorised provider
KH Lam LLB, LLM
Legal Consultant · Ginkgo Advisory
KH is a practising solicitor of England and Wales, based in London and regulated by the SRA. He is registered with Companies House as an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP) and personally oversees Ginkgo Advisory’s identity verification work.
Client feedback
Excerpts from reviews of Ginkgo Advisory on Trustpilot.
“They helped bring structure and clarity to what could otherwise have been a confusing situation.”Valen M.Read the full review
“They were really helpful through every step…”Rob B.Read the full review
Useful information
Your questions,
answered.
The essentials about getting verified and using your Companies House personal code.
Before verification
What is an ACSP?
An Authorised Corporate Service Provider is registered with Companies House to carry out identity verification and submit the required verification information. It is also called a Companies House authorised agent.
When do I need to verify?
The deadline depends on your role, when you started it and the relevant company filing dates. PSCs have a specific period for providing their code. Check the timing for each role you hold.
Which identity documents will I need?
We confirm the documents for your verification method and circumstances. Tell us what photo ID you hold, its issuing country and whether it is current. Additional documents or checks may be required.
Can I use the service from outside the UK?
We welcome overseas enquiries. Acceptance depends on our review of your circumstances and whether the required checks can be completed using the documents available to you. Contact us to confirm suitability before proceeding.
Can I verify directly with Companies House?
Yes. Companies House offers a free direct route through GOV.UK One Login. Our published fee is for our assisted ACSP verification service.
How much does it cost, and how long does it take?
Our service starts from £138 per verification. We confirm the fee and expected timing after reviewing your circumstances and documents. Completion depends on the required checks being satisfied; a video call alone does not guarantee successful verification.
Your personal code
How will I receive my personal code?
Companies House sends the 11-character personal code to the email address provided during the ACSP verification process. It belongs to you as an individual.
Do I need another verification for each role?
Normally, you verify once and use the same code across your roles and companies. If you are both a director and a PSC, you still need to provide the code separately for each role. Do not repeat verification unless Companies House tells you to.
Does receiving my code complete my company filings?
No. The code must be used in the relevant Companies House process for each role. Verification does not itself submit a confirmation statement, director appointment or PSC verification filing.
What if my code has not arrived or does not work?
If we verified you, contact us so we can check the submitted email address and personal details. A code can fail to link if those details do not match the Companies House record.
Start your enquiry
Let’s confirm
your next steps.
Tell us your Companies House role, country of residence and available identity documents. We will explain suitability, fees and how to proceed.
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