United Kingdom

Company registration in the United Kingdom is a clearly regulated route to trading from a developed European jurisdiction, with access to international financial centres, a mature legal system and full legal transparency.

Available forms include the private limited company (Ltd), the public limited company (PLC), partnerships and branches of foreign firms, with online registration through Companies House.

• Dividend, profit and capital gains tax — from 8.75%
• Registration timeline — from 2 weeks

Global Financial Centre

Direct access to the London Stock Exchange and the international financial markets, creating rare opportunities for capital raising and global development.

Prestigious Jurisdiction

British companies command high trust from international banks and counterparties, easing account opening and contract execution worldwide.

Investor Protection

A developed common-law system provides reliable protection of property rights and effective resolution of commercial disputes through the British courts.

Flexible Taxation

Differentiated corporate rates, with small-business and innovative-company reliefs available.

Access to Talent

London and other British cities draw qualified specialists from around the world, giving access to first-class talent.

Prestige-Led Founders

Owners for whom the standing of a British company carries weight with counterparties and clients.

Capital-Markets Companies

Businesses that need a listing route to the London Stock Exchange rather than private funding alone.

International Groups

Operators who require a jurisdiction their banks and partners already trust worldwide.

Early-Stage Startups

Founders who want straightforward online incorporation on nominal capital, with no local partner required.

Private Limited Company (Ltd)

The most popular business structure in the United Kingdom for small and medium-sized businesses. Owners' liability is limited to the size of their investment in the company.

• 100% foreign ownership — No restrictions on nationality for directors or shareholders.
• Minimum share capital — Private companies may start with a nominal capital of GBP 1.
• Tax advantages — Corporate tax of 19% for profits up to GBP 50,000, rising to 25% for profits above GBP 250,000.
• International recognition — British companies are ideally suited for international business.

Public Limited Company (PLC)

An enterprise for large businesses with the opportunity to attract capital through public share placement. Requires a minimum of two directors and starting share capital from GBP 50,000.

• Access to stock markets — Ability to list on the London Stock Exchange.
• Prestigious status — Enhanced trust from investors and partners.
• Capital attraction — Unlimited investment attraction opportunities.
• Strict control — Enhanced reporting and management requirements.

Branch of a Foreign Company (UK Branch)

A representation of a foreign company on UK territory without creating a separate legal entity.

• Unified structure — Operating under the parent company's brand and reputation.
• Simplified registration — Quick opening without creating a new legal entity.
• Profit taxation — Tax only on profits from UK activities.
• Minimal reporting — Simplified requirements compared to an Ltd company.

Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)

A flexible structure for professional services and investment activities with protection of partners' personal assets.

• Tax transparency — Partners pay tax individually on their share of profits.
• Flexible management — Freedom in determining the internal management structure.
• Asset protection — Limited liability for all partners.
• Confidentiality — Fewer public reporting requirements.

Mirsatori service price

From USD 2,200

Key financial parameters

• Ltd minimum capital — GBP 1
• PLC minimum capital — GBP 50,000
• Corporate tax (profit up to GBP 50,000) — 19%
• Corporate tax (profit above GBP 250,000) — 25%
• VAT (above GBP 90,000 turnover) — 20%
• Dividend tax — from 8.75%

Director and shareholder identification

Passports or national identification for all directors and shareholders.

Proof of address

Confirmation of residential address for each individual.

Registered office address

A registered office address in the United Kingdom, virtual or physical.

Constitutional documents

Memorandum of association and articles of association.

Form IN01

Completed with director and shareholder details.

Remote filing

All documents may be submitted online through Companies House; no visa or personal presence is required.

1. Strategic Planning and Structure Selection

Mirsatori's corporate lawyers analyse your business, determine the optimal company structure and set the registration strategy against your tax and international operations.

2. Company Name Reservation

We check availability through the Companies House WebCheck service and reserve a compliant unique name.

3. Founding Documentation

We prepare the full pack: memorandum of association, articles of association and Form IN01 with director and shareholder details.

4. Express Registration at Companies House

We file online and oversee prompt issue of the certificate of incorporation.

5. Corporate Banking and Tax Registration

We open the business account against the certificate of incorporation and register the company for corporate tax on commencement of activity.