Identity Verification forCompanies House
Directors, PSCs, and company officers must verify their identity and obtain a Personal Code — it's now a legal requirement under UK law. As a Companies House authorised ACSP, we handle the entire process on your behalf, from any country.
We verify your identity as a Companies House authorised ACSP
Most non-UK residents and international founders cannot use GOV.UK One Login. As an authorised ACSP, we verify your identity using your documents — no UK phone number, no in-person visit, no GOV.UK account required.
Authorised to verify on your behalf
An Authorised Corporate Service Provider is registered with Companies House and a UK AML supervisory body. We review your identity documents, carry out the verification process, and apply for your Personal Code — entirely on your behalf.
Start your Personal Code applicationYour Personal Code — what it is
Once verified, Companies House issues you a unique Personal Code linked to you as an individual. You use it every time you act as a director or PSC — at incorporation, director appointment, PSC registration, and in annual Confirmation Statement filings.
Three Steps to Your Personal Code
From payment to verified identity — we handle the process as a Companies House authorised ACSP, so you don't need GOV.UK One Login.
Pay & Submit Info
Submit KYC Documents
Receive Your Personal Code
Why use an ACSP
GOV.UK One Login vs VerifyDirector
GOV.UK One Login works for UK nationals with a chip-enabled passport and a UK address. For everyone else — overseas directors, non-UK nationals, and international PSCs — it consistently fails.
| Requirement | GOV.UK One Login | VerifyDirector (ACSP) |
|---|---|---|
| Biometric passport with NFC chip | Required | Not required |
| Chip must be readable by phone app | Yes — often fails | No — manual review |
| Non-UK passport accepted | Frequently rejected | All nationalities |
| UK address required | Usually yes | Not required |
| UK Post Office visit | For non-biometric docs | Never — fully remote |
| Applies from outside the UK | Not supported | Works from any country |
| Review type | Automated (high failure rate) | Human review |
| Processing time | Instant if it works | 1–3 working days |
Accepts any nationality · No UK address needed · Fully remote
Why Verify Through an ACSP
Using an ACSP means you can verify from anywhere in the world — without GOV.UK One Login, a UK phone number, or a Post Office visit.
Verify from Any Country
No UK address, UK phone number, or Post Office visit required. We verify you remotely using your passport and address document — wherever you are in the world.
No GOV.UK One Login Required
GOV.UK One Login does not work well for non-UK residents. As an authorised ACSP, we verify your identity and submit the Personal Code application on your behalf.
Directors and PSCs Both Covered
Directors and PSCs each have a separate legal obligation to verify. We handle both — reviewing your documents and ensuring your Personal Code is correctly linked to your role.
Verify Before You Incorporate
If you are forming a new company, directors must verify first. We get you your Personal Code before incorporation so there are no delays on filing day.
Confirmation Statement Ready
Every director must include their Personal Code in the company's next Confirmation Statement. Verify now so you are not scrambling before the annual deadline.
Avoid Fines and Legal Risk
Failing to verify on time is a criminal offence. You risk fines, prosecution, and being prevented from acting as a director or registering new companies with Companies House.
Simple, transparent pricingChoose the delivery speed that fits
Both plans include full ACSP identity verification and Personal Code application. Choose based on your timeline — whether you have days or need it urgently.
Standard
Personal Code delivered within 3 working days. Suitable for directors and PSCs with upcoming incorporation or Confirmation Statement deadlines.
- ACSP identity verification
- Document review (passport + address proof)
- Personal Code application submission
- Delivered to your email in 3 working days
- Guidance on how to use your Personal Code
Express
Personal Code delivered within 1 working day. For directors and PSCs with urgent incorporation or filing timelines.
- Everything in Standard
- Priority processing and review queue
- Personal Code delivered within 1 working day
- Direct support contact throughout
- Suitable for same-week incorporation deadlines
If your verification is rejected by Companies House, we will resubmit at no additional cost.
Frequently asked questions
Key answers about identity verification, the Personal Code, and how an ACSP can help.