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Form your company with 1st Formations and set up your
business bank account in minutes with no paperwork or stress.
Begin by searching for your company name to see if it is available for registration.
Select the package that is right for you. We have a range of different options.
Proceed to checkout. You will also have the option to add additional services.
Quickly fill in your company details and let us take care of the rest.
Created for beginners, this short video will provide you with everything you need to know
about the company formation process - in the simplest of terms. Watch it and register your company today.
Select a business bank account during the company formation process and tick off another task on your ‘to do’ list.
We offer 6 business banking options to our UK customers, each with simple online account opening.
We also offer UK business banking to our non-UK resident customers through our partnership with WorldFirst.
Select a bank today and get your business account up and running in a matter of minutes.
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We have teamed up with some of the top business brands
in the world to give our customers a range of special offers and discounts.
As the UK's leading company formations agents, we recognised
our responsibility to address our impact on the environment.
We calculated and offset our carbon footprint by investing in
environmental projects certified to the most recognised standards.
We are proud of this achievement and committed to maintaining
our carbon neutral status for many years to come.
Take a look at what our customers say after registering a company with us.
“Helpful advice and instruction from the getgo, every question was answered in a timely fashion.” (24 March 2024)
North Eastern Developments Ltd
“I have dealt with 1st Formations for a number of years (17) and the service and advice has been excellent. ” (16 March 2024)
Goodfellows Sign Support Ltd
“Fantastic and would highly recommend. The website is great and easy to navigate. All the information you need is provided. Once approved there is a customer portal with everything you need to start as well as referrals to partners which is very useful.” (6 March 2024)
Fine Babe City Ltd
“1st Formations was a game-changer in my journey to set up a limited company. Their comprehensive YouTube channel streamlined the process, saving me countless hours of research. ” (26 February 2024)
IIRIS 360 Ltd
“The personal, professional and friendly support from the team was flawless.” (26 February 2024)
Innua Ltd
“This online method for creating companies is super easy and cool for the startups, thank you for the great service, life made easy.” (22 February 2024)
Cow Paradise Games Ltd
“I have been using 1st Formations' services for over 7 years now, and I've never encountered any issues. Their service is impeccable, and it's truly a pleasure to work with such a professional and responsive company. ” (19 February 2024)
Ikosim Ltd
“Such a helpful, knowledgeable, and fast responding company. I’m always impressed whenever my questions/queries are answered and the knowledge is valuable. Much appreciated.” (18 February 2024)
Sattler Retail Ltd
“Cost effective and expedient means to establish a limited company, including appropriate, helpful offers to create web domain and bank account. Could not ask for more. Congratulations, a winner!” (11 February 2024)
Harnfield Limited
“Overall, my experience with 1st Formation was excellent. They made the company formation process so simple and smooth, and their constant communication gave me complete peace of mind. ” (12 January 2024)
Prodcazaco Ltd
A company name that is not already in use at Companies House. You can check the availability for your preferred company name by using our company name checker.
A registered office address that is a physical address in the UK. Don't worry, most of our packages include a London registered office service, for example, the Professional Package.
The details of all company officers (directors and secretaries) and shareholders, including full name, residential address, occupation, date of birth and nationality.
Our Non-Residents Package is perfect for customers who are based overseas and wish to form a UK limited company.
Our package includes online company registration, WorldFirst UK business banking, a full London presence with registered office and business address services, including same-day digital mail service and international mail forwarding.
We are able to form companies for customers from most countries in the world. A full list of eligible countries can be found here.
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We helped them set up their company with ease, allowing them to do the things they love without the stress.
The No.1 thing that has made us successful has been our fanatical focus on the customer.
As we have grown we've been able to pass on our economies of scale to the customer.
Our company formation training programme is much-admired within our industry.
Have you got any questions about the company formation process or business
in general? No problem. We’ve written a number of guides to help you start, run and grow your business.
Everything you need to know about setting up a UK limited company. Find out what company formation means, how to pick the perfect name, and what you must do to register a company with Companies House.
After company incorporation you will immediately take on a number of responsibilities. This is a comprehensive look at everything you need to do in your new role as company director.
The UK limited company structure provides multiple benefits when compared to sole traders, with the biggest being the financial protection it offers its members. Here’s how to make the switch.
Operating as a limited company provides flexibility when it comes to your personal income. This is what you need to know in regards to paying yourself.
Taking care of a startup can be a culture shock - going from steady, monthly pay to the unknown. We’ve compiled some handy tips to help you manage your money after registering a company.
Congratulations on setting up a company! Now it’s time to get your new business noticed. Here’s what you need to do to build a website that will demand attention.
The main benefit of forming a limited company is the protection provided by limited liability. This means if your business runs into financial trouble, your personal assets will not be at risk. Other benefits include enhanced credibility and tax efficiency.
A company limited by shares is the most popular type of limited company. 'Limited by shares' simply means the liability of the owners is limited to the nominal value of the shares issued by the company.
It usually takes up to 24 hours to form a company with 1st Formations; however, this is dependent on Companies House workload on the day, and it can take longer.
Yes. One person can form a limited company in the UK. You will need at least one director, who can also be the company’s shareholder (owner).
A limited company must issue at least one share. If there is more than one shareholder, it requires to issue at least one share per shareholder. It is often recommended to issue more than the minimum number of shares to avoid the need to issue more in the future.
No. You can form a company as a non UK resident from most locations in the world. However, you will require to have a UK registered office address, which 1st Formations provides in most our company formation packages. Have a look at our Non-Residents Package.
We accept all major credit and debit cards including Mastercard, Visa, Maestro, and American Express.
There is no legal obligation for a limited company to open a business bank account; however, in practice it is almost impossible to operate without one. A limited company is a separate legal entity from its owners, therefore you should keep your personal and business finances separate.
You can start trading through your new limited company immediately after it is registered at Companies House.
The annual filing requirements for a limited company are the confirmation statement, annual accounts and Corporation Tax Return.
Yes, 1st Formations provide full telephone and email support for all customers during the lifetime of their companies. We also provide an Online Company Manager and a full range of company services including London company address services to help you maintain and develop your company.
Learn how to cultivate a business idea, create a business plan, explore funding strategies, and start your business, with our comprehensive guide.
We’ll also show you how to set up a company website, sell online, cope with the stress of running your business – and much more.
1st Formations provide many services to help you set up, maintain and develop your
business after company incorporation. Here is a selection of our most popular services.
1st Formations are authorised Companies House formation agents, and we are also a member of ACRA (the Association of Company Registration Agents) ensuring our company documentation is of the highest quality, always up-to-date and compliant with current regulations and legislation.
We are available and ready to support you every step of the way; from tentative initial enquires, to helping you choose a package, to guiding you through the company formation process.
If you need any assistance or you would like to form your company by telephone with one of our experts, give us a call at 020 3897 2233.
It’s a simple matter of following our simple 4 step company formation process: Go to our homepage and find out if your company name is available; choose a package; select any company services you may require, checkout and pay; and complete our 'online company registration form'. This should take you no more than 15 minutes and your new company should be ready to trade within 24 hours.
As soon as your new company is incorporated, we will send you a digital copy of your company documents. Printed documents will take between 24 to 48 hours to reach you by post, and if your package included any address services, these will be set up for you within 3 to 5 working hours.
Let’s just say our journey together has just started! 1st Formations provides free customer support for the lifetime of your company. So please call or email us if you need help.
We also provide a free Online Company Manager facility for all customers, where they can maintain and update their company records and details, without having to login and navigate Companies House website, and a full range of company services.