What it confirms
- Registered office and email. Where the company is based and contactable.
- Directors and secretary. Who runs the company.
- Shareholders and share capital. Who owns it and the shares issued.
- People with significant control. Anyone who ultimately owns or controls the company.
- SIC codes. The codes describing what the company does.
Deadline, fee and penalties
You must file at least once every 12 months, within 14 days of your review date. There is an annual fee to file online. Unlike late accounts, there is no automatic fine, but failing to file is a criminal offence and can lead to the company being struck off, so it should never be ignored.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a confirmation statement?
It is an annual filing on form CS01 that confirms your company details to Companies House, including directors, shareholders, registered office and people with significant control. It is separate from your accounts.
When is the confirmation statement due?
At least once every 12 months, within 14 days of your review date, which is usually the anniversary of incorporation or the last statement.
Is there a fee for the confirmation statement?
Yes, there is an annual fee to file it, which is lower online than on paper. The fee covers a 12 month payment period.
What happens if I do not file it?
There is no automatic fine, but failing to file is a criminal offence and can lead to your company being struck off the register, so it must not be ignored.
Is the confirmation statement the same as the accounts?
No. The confirmation statement confirms company details to Companies House, while the accounts report your finances. Both are required but are separate filings with different deadlines.