Have You Received an Email Like This Recently?
If you’ve received an email requesting identity verification from Companies House, you must complete the verification process. You have two options:
1. Verify Your Identity Yourself (Free)
You can complete the process online at no cost. Click here to read our step-by-step guide to help you through it.
2. Let Us Handle It for You
As an authorised agent approved by Companies House, we can take care of the ID verification on your behalf.
👉 Click here if you’d like us to do it for you, Our service fee is $75.
About Companies House ID Verification
Why You Need to Verify
The new identity verification process introduced by Companies House is designed to prevent the misuse of UK companies for illegal activities such as fraud and money laundering.
Once your ID is verified, you’ll receive a unique Companies House personal code. This code is linked to you personally, not to any specific company. You’ll need this code in the future when:
- Filing a confirmation statement
- Becoming a Person with Significant Control (PSC)
- Being appointed as a company director
Who Needs to Verify?
The following individuals must complete identity verification:
- Company Directors
- Members and General Partners
- Managing Officers
- Persons with Significant Control (PSCs)
- Authorised Corporate Service Providers (e.g. accountants)
- Individuals who file on behalf of a company (e.g. secretaries)
When You Must Verify
As of June 2025, the requirement to verify is being phased in depending on your role:
- Authorised Corporate Service Providers (ACSPs):
From March 18, 2025, verification is required to register as an authorised agent. Verified agents can begin verifying clients from April 8, 2025. - Directors and PSCs:
From April 8, 2025, you may begin verifying your identity voluntarily. This will become mandatory in due course. - Individuals who file at Companies House:
While not yet required, identity verification will soon become a legal obligation.
Ways to Verify
You can verify your identity through one of the following three methods:
- Online via GOV.UK One Login App (Free)
Fast and convenient—best completed using a smartphone. - In Person at the Post Office
Available at select branches. Learn more here. - Through an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP)
As an approved ACSP, we can handle the process for you.
👉 Click here to let us verify your identity ($75)
Step-by-Step Guide to Online Verification
We recommend using your smartphone for a smoother experience.
Step 1: Visit the GOV.UK One Login verification page by clicking here.
If you’re currently on a computer, scan the QR code below with your phone to open the same page via Bitly.
Step 2: Scroll down the page to review the list of required documents. Once you’ve reached the bottom, click “Verify your identity.”
Step 3: Click Go to GOV.UK One Login
Step 4: Click Create your GOV.UK One Login
Step 5: You MUST enter the email address associated with your Companies House account. Then Continue.
Step 6: Input the 6 digit security code sent to your email and Continue.
Step 7: Create your password and Continue. After this, you’ll need to set up 2 factor authentication via your mobile number or authenticator app.
Step 8: Once you’ve created your GOV.UK One Login, you’re ready to start ID verification. Click Open GOV.UK ID Check.
Step 9: Select whether your identity has been verified yet, if not, select No and then Continue.
Step 10: Again, click Continue.
Step 11: Answer whether you live in the “UK, Channel Islands or Isle of Man” or “Another country”, then click Continue.
Step 12: Select whether or not you have the types of photo ID and Continue.
Step 13: Select whether you are on a Computer or Tablet or Smartphone. We recommend doing this on a Smartphone which we’ve selected here. Click Continue.
Step 14: Select which smartphone you’re using and Continue.
Step 15: Select whether or not you have a valid passport, we’ve selected “Yes”, then Continue.
Step 16: Select whether or not your passport has this symbol on the cover, we’ve selected “Yes”, then Continue.
Step 17: To use your passport and the ID Check app to verify your identity, click Continue.
Step 18: IMPORTANT: Keep this specific page open or bookmarked as you need to come back to it, then click Download GOV.UK ID Check app.
Step 19: Once downloaded, return to this page and click Link GOV.UK ID Check.
Step 20: Once linked, on the app, you’ll see this page, click Continue to scan your passport’s photo page.
Step 21: Once scanned, click Continue.
Step 22: Next, follow the prompts and click Continue to scan the biometric chip on your passport’s cover page.
Step 23: Lastly, click Start to scan your face with your selfie camera.
Step 24: Click Go to GOV.UK to exit the app.
Step 25: A confirmation message should appear, click Continue
Step 26: Enter your postcode and click Find address
Step 27: On this page, click Continue to the service
Step 28: Allow Gov.UK to check your details by clicking Continue
Step 29: The final page should state “Identity verification complete.” Ensure you safely store your Companies House personal code as you will need this in the future. You’re done!
Final Thoughts
If you prefer the DIY approach, we hope this guide helps you complete your Companies House identity verification smoothly.
As a reminder, we’re an authorised agent, if you’d like us to manage the process on your behalf, click here to get started.
While identity verification is not yet a legal requirement, we strongly recommend completing it early to avoid delays or complications later.
If you’re already a client, you can share your Companies House personal code with your accountant.
Not a client yet? Click here to check our plans and benefit from expert support.
