Certificate of
Good Standing.
Official proof from Companies House that your UK company is properly incorporated, up to date on its filings and in good legal standing — the document banks, investors and overseas registries ask for.
One-time · statutory fee included
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Proof of standing, done right.
Official Companies House certificate
A signed certificate confirming your company is properly incorporated, up to date on filings and not in the process of being struck off.
Directors & secretary listed
Optional extended version listing current officers — useful for opening overseas bank accounts or subsidiary registrations.
Filing health check
Before we order, we verify your Confirmation Statement and accounts are up to date so the certificate isn't refused.
Accepted internationally
Recognised by banks, embassies, foreign registries and investors as proof your UK company is active and compliant.
Companies House fees included
The £75 covers the statutory fee, our processing work and delivery — no add-ons at checkout.
Ready for apostille
If you need it legalised for overseas use, order our Apostille service and we'll chain both together.
How it works
From order to certificate in hand.
- 01
Send us your company number
One-minute intake — company number and whether you need directors listed on the certificate.
- 02
We run the compliance check
Confirmation Statement, accounts and register health verified against Companies House.
- 03
Certificate ordered
We place the request with Companies House and pay the statutory fee on your behalf.
- 04
Delivered in 3–7 days
PDF emailed to you the moment it's issued, hard copy posted if you selected that option.
FAQ
Answers before you order.
What is a Certificate of Good Standing?+
It's an official document issued by Companies House confirming your company legally exists, has filed its statutory returns and is not in liquidation, dissolution or strike-off.
Why do I need one?+
Banks, payment providers, investors, overseas registries and tender bodies commonly ask for one to prove your UK company is active and compliant.
How long does it take?+
Companies House typically issues the certificate in 3 to 7 working days once we place the order.
Do you cover the Companies House fee?+
Yes. The £75 is a flat, all-inclusive price — statutory fee, our work and standard delivery are all included.
Can it be apostilled for overseas use?+
Yes. Add our Apostille Documents service and we'll take the certificate through the FCDO legalisation process for you.