From 18th November 2025, identity verification became a legal requirement for all company directors and people with significant control (PSCs).
This begins a 12-month transition period, giving companies time to ensure all directors and PSCs have verified their identity by their individual due dates.
Read the guidance on when to verify your identity for Companies House.
This change is designed to provide greater assurance about who is setting up, running, owning and controlling companies in the UK, helping to support a safer and fairer business environment.
Learn more about how identity verification will strengthen the system.
Verify your identity for Companies House
How to verify your identity
There are two ways to complete verification:
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Directly with Companies House using GOV.UK One Login
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Through an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP)
Companies House has worked closely with GOV.UK One Login to create a simple and accessible online verification route for directors and PSCs across the UK.
Read the full guidance on verifying your identity with Companies House.
