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Our Non-Residents Package

15% OFF  - now only £106.49

Exclusive Offer for Mutual Dropshipping

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Non-Residents Package with UK business banking

£124.99

Ideal for non-UK residents

This package has been created in association with Mutual Dropshipping, and is ideal for non-residents who wish to set up a UK limited company, including:

  • online company registration in just 3 to 6 working hours
  • WorldFirst UK business banking referral
  • prestigious London registered office and business address
  • free worldwide delivery of company documents
  • 12-month cancellation protection
  • free online company manager
  • business telephone number for 12 months

How much will I save by choosing this package?

If you were to buy the items included in this package individually, it would cost a total of £532.99. Therefore, at a discounted price of £106.49, you will enjoy a huge saving of £426.50 +VAT.

Non-UK Resident Banking Options

Through our extensive experience in working with non-UK residents, we understand the problems many have obtaining UK business banking facilities. Please find below our best options:

WorldFirst UK Business Account Referral

The simplest and quickest business banking solution for non-UK residents, and so we have included a referral to WorldFirst within our non-UK residents' package.

It provides international business banking with worldwide coverage, allowing you to open 10+ local currency accounts for free and spend in over 40+ currencies.

From Amazon and AliExpress, to PayPal and Shopify, you can get paid easily, no matter where in the world your customers are.

After your company is formed using our website, we will send you a link to create your business account, and you will very quickly receive your UK bank sort code and account number.

Prestigious London address services

Also included in the package price is the use of our Covent Garden address for one year. We will provide you with 3 address services; Registered Office, Service Address, and Business Address.

Apostilled Document Service

Many non-UK residents choose to open a bank account in their own country as opposed to in the UK; however, a bank in another country will normally require you to legalise or ‘apostille’ your UK company documents. Our Apostilled Documents Service can be added to any of our company formation packages on our Checkout page.

Package Features:

Private Company
Limited by Shares
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Private Company Limited by Shares

Your new company will usually be formed within 3 to 6 working hours; however, this timescale is subject to Companies House workload and it may take longer. If it is of great importance that your company is incorporated as soon as possible or on the same day, we always recommend you add the Guaranteed Same Day Service to your order.

Once your new company has been approved by Companies House, you can start trading immediately.

WorldFirst UK
Business Banking Referral
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WorldFirst UK Business Account Referral

We have partnered with WorldFirst, the easy alternative to a business bank account abroad, to provide our non-UK resident customers with an international business banking referral.

Apply for an account in minutes, and get access to local account numbers and sort codes for 10+ currencies, including USD, GBP and EUR.

Pay your domestic and international suppliers, partners and staff in 40+ currencies, and connect with Xero to reduce accounting administration and reconciliation.

Get paid easily from over 100 marketplaces, including Amazon, AliExpress, as well as from the likes of PayPal and Shopify, no matter where your customers are.

What happens next?

As soon as your company is approved by Companies House, we will send you an Order Fulfilment email, which will include a link to sign up for a new WorldFirst Business Account. If your application is successful, you will receive your UK bank sort code and account number shortly afterwards.

Companies House
£12.00 Filing Fee Included
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Companies House £12.00 Filing Fee Included

Companies House charge a £12.00 filing fee for company incorporation. This is included in the package price, so what you see is what you pay - there are no hidden costs.

12-month Cancellation Protection
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12-month Cancellation Protection

Save money and time by purchasing our cancellation protection.

If you change your mind and decide you no longer need your company, within the first 12 months of forming it, we will close the company for you.

This product includes the Companies House fee, completion and filing of the DS01 form (the application to strike off a company), Board Resolution to approve the dissolution, and continued use of our Registered Office and Service Address until your company is closed down.

Please note: You must claim your cancellation protection within 12 months of the date of incorporation of your company. This product expires after 12 months and cannot be renewed.

Free Online
Company Manager
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Online Company Manager

Our Online Company Manager system allows you to take full control of your company details from one central login:

  • Receive e-mail reminders of key filing dates to avoid missing deadlines and incurring penalties.
  • Make changes to company officer details, addresses, change accounting dates and file confirmation statements online.
  • Form new companies without having to re-enter all the same information each time.
  • Import existing companies, and control all of your business in one place.
  • View and download your company documents easily.
  • View and download your official government and business mail.
  • Purchase additional products and services from the Shop.
  • Manage your payment cards.
  • Renew your annual subscription services.
Free .com or .co.uk Domain Name
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Free .com or .co.uk Domain Name

We have partnered with one of the UK’s leading domain name providers to offer you a free .co.uk domain name for 1 year, and help establish the online presence of your new business.

How it works: As soon as your company is approved by Companies House, we will send you an order fulfilled email, which will include your exclusive voucher and a link to the Names.co.uk website. You should proceed to order your .com or .co.uk domain name and apply the voucher code at checkout. This code will expire in 30 days so take advantage of the offer and get your .com or .co.uk domain name now.

Please note: The price of a co.uk domain will be £0.00 (Ex VAT) when registered with names.co.uk for 1 year using the voucher code supplied. Discounts apply for the first billing period only and do not apply to renewals. Offer must be redeemed within 30 days and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. This offer may be withdrawn at any time at the discretion of Namesco Limited. Standard terms & conditions apply. Limited to 1 per customer.

Email Copy of Certificate of Incorporation,
Share Certificates, Memorandum & Articles
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Email Copy of your Company Documents

As soon as your company is registered at Companies House we will deliver a full set of company documents to you by email, including:

  • Certificate of Incorporation
  • Memorandum & Articles of Association
  • Share Certificates
  • Web Filing Authentication Code (required to use Companies House web filing system)
Email Copy of
Company Register with First Entries
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Email Copy of
Company Register with First Entries

A digital version of your company’s statutory registers, including completed initial entries from the date of your company registration. The documents included in the company register are:

  • Share Certificate(s)
  • Register of Directors
  • Register of Members and Share Ledger
  • Register of Applications and Allotments
  • Register of Transfers
  • Register of Mortgages and Charges
  • Register of Debentures
  • Register of Sealings or Executions
Printed Certificate of Incorporation,
Share Certificates, Memorandum & Articles
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Printed Copy of your Company Documents

As soon as your company is registered at Companies House we will deliver a full set of company documents to you by International Business Tracked Delivery Service, including:

  • Certificate of Incorporation
  • Memorandum & Articles of Association
  • Share Certificates
London Registered Office Address
(with same-day digital mail service)*
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Registered Office Service
Covent Garden, London WC2

The Registered Office will appear on public record as the official address of your company. With this service, our prestigious Covent Garden address will appear on public record rather than your home address. We will then scan and email all statutory company mail to you, from a number of official government bodies, free of charge.

Mail from the following government bodies are covered by this service: Companies House, HMRC, Government Gateway, Department for Work & Pensions (DWP), The Pensions Regulator (TPR), Office for National Statistics, Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and Court documents.

This service is renewable on a 12 monthly basis at the cost of £39.00 +VAT. Notice will always be given in advance of your renewal date and you will be able to cancel the service.

Please note: The forwarding of official government mail by scan and email is free. Mail will be forwarded on a daily basis.

1 x London Service Address
(with same-day digital mail service)*
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1 x Service Address
Covent Garden, London WC2

All company directors, shareholders who are persons with significant control (PSC), and company secretaries, must provide a service address where statutory mail from government bodies such as Companies House and HMRC can be sent to them personally. This address will appear on public record, so most people prefer not to use their home address for this purpose.

With this facility, our London Service Address will show on the public record rather than your home address. This service includes the scanning and emailing of all official government mail addressed to a company officer, from a number of government bodies, free of charge.

Mail from the following government agencies are covered by this service: Companies House, HMRC, Government Gateway, Department for Work & Pensions (DWP), The Pensions Regulator (TPR), Office for National Statistics, Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and Court documents.

This item provides a service address for 1 person and is renewable on a 12 month basis at a cost of £26.00 +VAT. Notice will always be given in advance of your renewal date and you will be able to cancel the service.

Please note: Forwarding of service address mail by scan and email is free of charge. Mail will be forwarded on a daily basis.

London Business Address Service
(includes International Forwarding)*
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London Business Address Service

1st Formations' London business address service allows you to use our prestigious Covent Garden address for your day-to-day business correspondence.

A business address in the heart of London’s West End is an excellent way to enhance the corporate image of your company and establish a business presence in an important area.

All mail addressed to your company will be forwarded to you at an address of your choice by first class post, on a daily basis.

This service is renewable on a 12 monthly basis at the cost of £96.00 +VAT. Notice will always be given in advance of your renewal date and you will be able to cancel the service.

Mail Delivery
All mail forwarding to you will be charged at Royal Mail postal rates plus 15%.

Alternatively, you can request a digital mail delivery service, where all mail is scanned and emailed to you at a cost of £0.50 per letter. All items of value will continue to be posted to you.

VAT Registration (use at anytime)
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VAT Registration (use at anytime)

Allow our highly trained staff to handle the formalities of your VAT registration.

If your turnover is expected to exceed £85,000 in the next 12 months, it is a legal requirement to register for VAT, unless the supplies are exempt.

If your turnover is not expected to exceed the £85,000 threshold, there are a number of reasons why many companies choose to register for VAT voluntarily. Here are some examples:

  • The ability to claim back VAT on goods and services purchased by the company.
  • Raise the corporate image of the company by appearing to be bigger than you actually are.
  • Enable deals with suppliers and customers who are not willing to deal with companies that are not VAT registered.

The VAT registration process explained

As soon as your company is incorporated, we will send you a questionnaire by email, asking for some additional information necessary to complete your VAT registration application with HMRC.

We will then apply for your VAT registration online. This process can take up to 30 days.

Once your VAT registration has been approved, we will send your VAT Registration Number to you by email. Your VAT Registration Certificate will be sent to you by post by HMRC.

Confirmation Statement
(prev. the Annual Return)
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Confirmation Statement (Preparation & Filing)
Previously known as the Annual Return

It is a legal requirement to submit a Confirmation Statement to Companies House at least once each year, keeping them informed and up-to-date with your latest company details. The Confirmation Statement is basically a snapshot of general information about your company on the date of filing the Statement. It includes details of the company’s principal business activity, directors (and company secretary if applicable), the registered office, share capital, shareholdings and people with significant control. An experienced member of our staff will prepare and submit your Confirmation Statement to Companies House before the due date, ensuring this will be done on time and with total accuracy.

The Confirmation Statement should not be confused with the annual accounts, which are financial documents, usually prepared by an accountant.

Please note: This service is renewable every 12 months and does not include the Companies House filing fee of £13.00. At the time of filing your first confirmation statement, we will take payment of £13.00 using your payment card details securely stored in your account.

Notice will always be given in advance of your renewal date and you will be able to cancel the service.

Business Telephone Number
Free for 12 Months
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Business Telephone Number - Free for 12 Months

We will provide you with your own unique 020 London or regional telephone number - free for 12 months (excl. call charges).

You can use this number as your new business number on your company stationery, website, advertising, etc., and we will forward all calls to your mobile or landline handset for you to answer.

Call forwarding will be charged at BT Standard Rates.

This service is free (excl. call charges) for the first 12 months, and then will automatically renew every year at a cost of £59.99 plus VAT.

Ultimate Guide
to Starting Your Business
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Ultimate Guide to Starting Your Business – eBook

Our exclusive guide to starting your business by our CEO and Founder, Graeme Donnelly, will provide you with the comprehensive guidance you need to give your company the best start possible.

Our book shows you how to cultivate a business idea and turn it into a structured business plan. It explains the funding strategies available, and explores various matters such as, whether you should hire staff to help run it, and the do’s and don’ts of researching company premises.

Learn how to set up a company website, develop a recognisable brand, advertise and market your business, and sell your products online.

Also covered are the skills you will require to become a successful business leader, and how to cope with the stress of running your own business, as well as a number of other insightful business tips.

How do I receive my eBook?

Simply add our free eBook to your basket on the checkout page during the order process. Once your company has been formed, your free eBook will be sent to you via email, in PDF format.

Author: Graeme Donnelly, CEO and Founder of 1st Formations. 70 pages.

Free International
Business Tracked Delivery**
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Free International Business
Tracked Delivery Service

International Business Tracked Delivery (or if not available in your country - International Business Signed Delivery) of your printed company documents, to anywhere in the world - free of charge.

* All registered office and service address mail (official government mail) will be scanned and emailed to you free of charge. Business address mail will be forwarded to you at Royal Mail International postal rates plus 15% handling charge.

** Your printed company documents will be sent to you free of charge by International Business Tracked Delivery Service.

Prefer to order by telephone?

If you are not confident forming your company online - call our friendly team and we will complete your order by telephone.

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to live in the UK to register a limited company?

No, you can register a UK limited company from anywhere in the world. The only requirements are that you have one director and one shareholder (the same person can assume both positions) and your company has a registered office address in the UK (included in the Non-Residents Package).

Do I have to use this package to form my company?

No. You can incorporate a limited company using any of our packages; however, this one is specifically designed for non-UK residents and represents the best value for money.

Can I use my home address instead of those provided?

Yes. You can choose to use another address if you would prefer. Please remember, your Registered Office address must be a UK address. The package cost will remain the same should you choose not to use any of the inclusive address services.

Will my company mail be forwarded internationally?

All mail will be forwarded to you, regardless of where in the world you are located. All mail is covered by one of the three address services included in this package: registered office and service address mail will be scanned and emailed to you, free of charge.

General business mail will be forwarded at the cost of the Royal Mail postage plus a 15% handling fee.

What is the Free Online Company Manager facility?

This is a facility which allows you to make changes to your company easily. Just file your updates using our website and we will take care of the rest, making sure everything is kept up to date at Companies House.

What is the confirmation statement?

The confirmation statement is a document that must be filed annually, providing Companies House with up to date information about your company. This package includes the preparation and filing of your first confirmation statement.

Will you file my annual accounts?

This package does not cover the filing of company accounts; however, we have included a free introduction and consultation with an accountant as an optional extra item on the checkout page of this package.

Please note, you should agree all fees directly with the accountancy firm.

Are there any extra costs?

Registered office and service address mail (official government mail) will be scanned and emailed to you free of charge. General business correspondence will be forwarded to you at the cost of the Royal Mail postal charge plus a 15% handling fee.

After the first year, address services can be renewed at the standard cost you see today.

Do I need to supply proof of ID?

All company formation agents, including ourselves, have a legal requirement to check Proof of ID and Address documents. You can read more about our ID requirements here.

How much will it cost me after the first year?

This package includes three address services which can be renewed at a total cost of £161.00, and the filing of your confirmation statement which can also be renewed at a cost of £44.99.

« 1st Formations had the most useful and competitive packages and their ordering process seemed so much easier than incorporating directly with Companies House. »

Thom Dhar

1ST FORMATIONS CUSTOMER

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