Do Overseas Directors Need Companies House Identity Verification?

Introduction

Many UK companies have directors who live outside the UK. Under the new Companies House rules, overseas directors will also be required to verify their identity.

This applies to individuals who manage or control UK companies regardless of where they live.

Identity Verification for Non-UK Directors

The new rules apply to:

• Overseas company directors

• Non-UK Persons with Significant Control

• Individuals submitting filings for UK companies

This means that location does not remove the requirement to verify identity.

How Overseas Directors Can Verify Their Identity

Overseas directors can verify their identity in two ways:

1️⃣ Directly through the Companies House digital verification system

2️⃣ Through an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP)

Many overseas directors prefer using an ACSP because the process can be completed quickly and fully online.

How Gabin Accounting Services Supports Overseas Directors

At Gabin Accounting Services Ltd, we assist international clients with:

✔ Director identity verification

✔ Digital verification for overseas directors

✔ Companies House compliance support

Our services are fully digital, making the process simple for directors located anywhere in the world.