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What is the Confirmation Statement?
The Confirmation Statement replaced the Annual Return (AR01) in June 2016.
By Catherine Heinen, FCCAOn the Confirmation Statement you must confirm company information is correct and up to date. This information includes the registered office address, officers, business description (SIC) and shareholders.
If any information needs to be updated, you must use the relevant Companies House form to make these changes before submitting the Confirmation Statement.
On the first Confirmation Statement, the company will also need to provide details of people with significant control (PSC).
Companies House has announced changes to the Confirmation Statement, which will be introduced on or after 4th March 2024. This includes a requirement to annually confirm the companies intended activities are lawful. Companies will also need to provide an email address for Companies House to use to communicate with the company. This email address will not be available to the public.
How much does it cost to file a Confirmation Statement?
The annual fee for the Confirmation Statement is £13 when filed online and is collected when you file your confirmation statement.
If you need to file a further confirmation in the same payment year are free of charge.
Companies House has announced that its fees will be increasing in 2024, and this may include the confirmation annual fee.
When do I need to file my Confirmation Statement?
Newly incorporated companies will need to file their confirmation statement the day before the anniversary of the date of incorporation. A company incorporated on 1st April 2023 will therefore need to file its confirmation statement by 31st March 2024.
How can we help?
At TaxAssist Accountants, our friendly team can manage all of your company secretarial services for you. Call us today to arrange a free face-to-face or virtual meeting on 0207 093 0669 or use our online contact form.
Date published 1 Jul 2016 | Last updated 2 Feb 2024
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Catherine Heinen, FCCA
Catherine is a Technical Content Writer at TaxAssist Accountants, and a qualified accountant. With experience working at two accountancy practices in the UK top 50 accountancy firms according to Accountancy Age, Catherine has significant experience in accounts, tax returns and advising clients. Catherine ensures businesses, business owners and individuals are kept up to date and informed by providing concise and informative technical material.
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