Are You Ready for the New Companies House ID Rules?
From Nov 2025, UK directors must verify their ID with Companies House. Our guide explains the new rules, key deadlines, and how Zyla Accountants can help you comply.
Companies House Begins Identity Verification: What Your Business Needs to Know
Big changes are coming to the way companies are registered and maintained in the UK — and it all starts with identity verification.
As of April 8, 2025, Companies House has officially launched its identity verification service as part of a phased rollout.
Companies House sets date for identity verification changes
As part of the Economic Crime and Transparency Act 2023 reforms, identity verification will begin in early 2025 for all company directors and persons with significant control (PSCs).
Companies House introduces new ID rules
Proposed amendments to the Companies Act 2006 introduce stringent identity verification for those setting up, running or controlling companies, in a bid to stamp out money laundering via fake identities.
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