Register a company in the UK

Register your Ltd from £100£19

Why pay Companies House £100? It’s just £19 with ANNA – the best price on the market.

Business account from £0/mo – just pay as you go
All your admin sorted – Confirmation Statement, VAT & PAYE registration, Secretarial Service and more (with the Business Launch plan upwards)

Live within 1 working day24/7 UK support

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Trusted by 100,000+ business owners ACSP – Registered with Companies House

Everything ready for you to start trading tomorrow

Ltd – ready in hours

We file directly with Companies House as an authorised ACSP. Most Ltds are live within 1 working day.

£100 → £19

Best business account

A starter account with no monthly fees. You only pay for what you use.

£0 / month

Admin, handled

Confirmation Statement, VAT & PAYE registration, Company Secretary Service. Add it on with Business Launch.

Worth £200+

24/7 UK-based support

Real humans. 45-second average response. Not a chatbot, not an offshore queue.

Always on

The honest comparison

Product comparison		Other business banks	Formation services	DIY
Starting price	From £19	From £24.99	£102–£130	£100
Business account	From £0/mo	From £0/mo	Bank referral only	Open separately
Registration speed	Under 1 working day	1 working day	1 working day	1 working day
Identity verification (ACSP)				DIY via GOV.UK
Confirmation Statement	Included in Business Launch	Paid add-on (£76 + VAT)	Higher tiers only	£50 via CH
VAT & PAYE registration	Included in Business Launch		Paid extras	DIY via HMRC
Company changes management	Included in Business Launch		Higher tiers only	DIY
Virtual office (London)	Included in Business Support	Paid add-on	Paid add-on
Year-end taxes & payroll	Included in Total Support	Payroll in Max plan	Refer to accountant	DIY
Support	24/7 expert support	In-app chat	Office hours, phone/email	GOV.UK helpline
Lowest entry price	£19 one-off	£24.99 one-off	£100+ one-off	£100 + your time

Three steps. That’s it.

Check your name

Type in your company name – we check Companies House instantly and flag anything that won’t work for them.

£100 → £19

Fill in the basics

Directors, shareholders, SIC codes. We prefill what we can and guide you through the rest.

£0 / month

Get back to work

The certificate lands in your inbox within hours. Your business account opens with it. And you’re trading!

Worth £200+

Your business. Your plan.

From a simple registration to full first-year support – with a starter business account included on every plan.

Just Register

Business Launch

£100Companies House fee

Company registration. Your first year of business admin handled.

Everything in Just Register
Confirmation Statement, VAT & PAYE
Officer & shares management

Business Support

£199a year +VAT

Full secretarial service, London business address, mail scanning.

Everything in Business Launch
Virtual office (London)

Total Support

£750£399a year +VAT

All-in-one support for growing businesses.

Everything in Business Support
Year-end taxes, Corporation Tax & Payroll
Free international payments

Your Ltd company sorted. From £19.

Type in your company name. We handle Companies House, open your business account, and let you pick the level of admin support you need.

Do I need a business bank account?

Limited companies need business accounts

If you operate as a Limited Company, you’re legally obliged to have a separate business account for your business finances.

Why register a company?

When you start a new business there are a few options you can take. The most common are operating as a sole trader or a Limited Company.

To operate as a Limited Company, you need to register with Companies House. That usually costs £100, but we’ll do it for you for free when you select our Business Support or Total Support plan.

We can register your company in 5 minutes and you should receive your certificate of incorporation within hours.

What company types are there and which one should I choose?

There are a number of different company types available in the UK.

01.Private Limited Company (Ltd) by shares: A company owned by private shareholders with limited liability, meaning their personal assets are protected if the company faces financial difficulties.
02.Company Limited by Guarantee: Typically used by non-profit organisations, members’ liability is limited to a predetermined amount they agree to contribute in the event of the company being wound up.
03.Public Limited Company (PLC): A company whose shares are publicly traded on the stock exchange, allowing the general public to become shareholders.
04.Community Interest Company (CIC): A company established to benefit the community or pursue social and environmental objectives, with profits reinvested for public good rather than distributed to shareholders.
05.Limited Liability Partnership (LLP): A hybrid between a partnership and a limited company, offering limited liability protection to its partners.

The most common of these company types is a Private Limited Company (Ltd) by shares. There are over 2 million such companies in the UK.

Can I set up a business with multiple directors?

Yes, you can establish a business with up to four directors (or shareholders) through ANNA’s business formation service. You can also open an ANNA business account for the company, that all of the directors will have access to.

How many directors does a limited company need?

A limited company typically needs at least one director, but can have more if you want. There’s no limit to how many directors a single company can have, but at ANNA we have a limit of registering up to four directors. If you need to register more, drop us a message at formations@anna.money

What documents do I need to register my company?

Registered office address

You’ll need a registered UK office address, where official communications, like letters from Companies House, can be sent. You can also choose a virtual office address provided by ANNA’s partners. They can forward your post.

Business details

We’ll need some basic details, including a brief description of what your company does, and some government-friendly SIC codes. You can change these later if needed.

Director and shareholder information

You’ll need to provide your name, nationality, date of birth, occupation, address and proof of identity.

I’ve completed the registration process, now what?

After you finish the application we submit it on your behalf to Companies House. It takes 1–3 days for most of the companies to confirm their registration and we’ll send you your documents as soon as that happens.

Your next step is to open a business account. It’s mandatory for limited companies in the UK to have their own separate bank account.

What is a virtual office?

The virtual office service offers you a professional business address to use for your business activities and receive mail, all without disclosing your personal address. This address will be publicly displayed on Companies House and can be accessed by anyone. Although a virtual office is not a physical location where you can work from, you can register your business with a virtual office address and utilise it for all your business correspondence. The biggest advantage is that it helps keep your personal address private, preventing it from being listed on the public register. Additionally, using a virtual office address instead of your personal one can enhance the credibility of your contracts, website, and more.

We partner with Hoxton Mix to provide our virtual office services. Hoxton Mix is conveniently located in Shoreditch, London, and their virtual office service is particularly suitable for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and startups seeking a prestigious business address in the City of London. Enjoy the benefits of a sought-after address without the need to rent physical office space, and boost your professional image among potential clients.

What if someone sends mail to my virtual office address?

Hoxton Mix provide same day mail handling and forwarding service. They’ll also scan your official government documents and send them to you via email, giving you digital copies of all important business information. You can get your mail wherever you are – whether that’s at home in the UK or abroad on business – and your business address will remain the same regardless.

Official written communications will be scanned from the following organisations:

01.Companies House
02.HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC)
03.Government Gateway
04.Inland Revenue
05.Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
06.Court documents (including Tribunals Services)
07.Department of Work & Pensions (DWP)
08.Intellectual Property Office (IPO)
09.Office for National Statistics

Any mail received that doesn’t come from an official governmental body, or that cannot be scanned (like credit cards, parcels etc) can be forwarded on for an additional cost upon request. Any mail you don’t want forwarded on will be destroyed after 21 days.

Are company formation costs tax deductible?

The costs associated with the company incorporation are considered as one-off capital expenses or CapEx, which is the same as the cost of acquiring, upgrading, and maintaining the company’s physical assets like property, equipment, buildings, technology, or even plant and machinery.

The capital expenses, unlike revenue expenses, are not tax deductible. For an expense to be deductible, it must be directly related to the trade. Examples of revenue expenses are salaries, rent, electricity and water bills, gas, advertising, phone bill, raw materials expenses etc. Company formation costs do not meet this criteria, because they happen before the company starts trading.

However, all the costs related to keeping the company’s share register, the printing of annual accounts, the holding of shareholders’ annual meetings etc. are treated as trading expenses and are tax deductible.

In addition, if you paid for the company incorporation cost with your personal money, the company can reimburse you.

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ANNA business account

If you’ve registered your business with ANNA Company Registration, the fastest and easiest option is to open an ANNA business account. All you need to do is verify your ID and provide proof of address and your business account will be ready to go!

An ANNA business account is perfect for newly formed companies. You get a debit Mastercard, your own unique payment collection link and the ability to pay cash into your account, as well as local and international payments, an in-app invoice generator and receipt scanner, multiple expense cards for employees and up to 40% cashback on select categories.

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ANNA +Taxes

ANNA can make business taxes a breeze. ANNA +Taxes ensure that you never miss a deadline, and we specialise in helping you minimize your tax burden so you don’t pay more than you have to.

ANNA +Taxes calculates your income, expenses, Corporation Tax and VAT, reminds you of your deadlines and can even file your taxes for you. And if you’ve got a question, you can ask our tax experts.

+Taxes is perfect for newly-formed companies as it allows you to start on the right foot. You can focus on growing your business and leave the paperwork and tax admin to us.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to register a company?

With ANNA, you can register your Ltd for just £19 with our Just Register plan – that’s the lowest registration price on the market. Companies House charges £100 directly. We offer two plans depending on how much support you need: Just Register (£19) covers your incorporation and a starter business account, and Business Launch (£100) covers the same plus your first year of admin handled for you.

Does ANNA register companies with Companies House?

Yes, ANNA registers companies directly with Companies House.

Do I need a business bank account for my business?

If you operate as a Limited Company, you are legally obliged to have a separate business account for your business. You cannot use a personal bank account.

What documents do I need to register a Limited Company?

To register a limited company you will need:

Registered office address – don’t worry if you don’t have one, we can provide you with a virtual address.
Business activity – you need to tell Companies House about your company’s business activity by choosing a SIC code (Standard Industrial Classification), which describes and classifies business activities, e.g. manufacturing or agriculture.
Director’s details:
- Full name
- Date of birth (you must be at least 16 years old)
- Occupation
- Nationality
- Residential address (this isn’t kept on the public register)
- Service address (residential or other address)
Shareholders’ details:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Residential address (this isn’t kept on the public register)
- Service address (residential or other address)
- Nationality
- Nature of control (e.g. the person holds more than 50% to 75% of shares)
- Three security details (these act as an online signature)
- First three letters of mother’s maiden name
- First three letters of father’s forename
- First three letters of town of birth
Person with Significant Control (PSC) details:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Residential address (this isn’t kept on the public register)
- Service address (residential or other address)
- Nationality
- Nature of control (e.g. the person holds more than 50% to 75% of shares)

How long does it take?

It normally takes 1 business day, but in some cases it can take up to 48 hours. Companies House doesn’t operate over the weekends, so Friday applications might take longer.