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Using our Find and update company information service to follow companies and search company information for free.
Use this service to verify your identity for Companies House.
How to request and manage the authentication code you'll need to file information online at Companies House.
Information on the different types of alcohol licences available and guidance on how to apply for them.
You need to prove who you are to set up, run, own or control a company in the UK.
What the confirmation statement is and how to send your statement to Companies House.
A condensed list of SIC codes for providing Companies House with a description of your company's nature of business.
Get a refund if you’ve made an overpayment on your PAYE bill for the current or a previous tax year.
How to identify and record the people who own or control your company.
Types of model articles of association a limited company can have, including older versions of Table A from previous company legislation.
Browse a list of available government grants and see if you're eligible to apply for them.
How to prepare and file annual accounts with Companies House for your UK registered company.
Understanding your role as director of a limited company and your responsibilities to Companies House.
How to send your information to Companies House using our online services.
How to sign up for our email reminders service which tells you when your company’s accounts and confirmation statements are due.
Use this service to apply for a presenter account to file company accounts, and documents that do not have a filing fee, with Companies House using software.
What the company register is, what details you need to give to Companies House, and how the public can access this information.
Check for free and paid-for software recognised by HMRC that you can use to report PAYE information online.
How a company can be removed from the Companies House register.
Find out when and at what rate you need to charge VAT if you supply food and drink for catering or takeaway.
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