{"id":557,"date":"2025-08-06T23:13:03","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T22:13:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guide.no-worries.co.uk\/?post_type=ht_kb&#038;p=557"},"modified":"2025-08-07T09:40:02","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T08:40:02","slug":"get-your-companies-house-personal-code","status":"publish","type":"ht_kb","link":"https:\/\/guide.no-worries.co.uk\/index.php\/knowledge-base\/get-your-companies-house-personal-code\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Your Companies House Personal Code"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting your own Companies House personal code is simple, free, and usually takes just a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You only need to do this once (unless your details change), and it\u2019s all handled through the official GOV.UK website using the \u201cVerify your identity for Companies House\u201d service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For any company filings from 18 Nov 2025, this is <strong>MANDATORY<\/strong> for all directors and shareholders of UK companies listed with Companies House.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Links:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/verifying-your-identity-for-companies-house\">Main GOV.UK Guidance<\/a> (step by step)<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/verify-your-identity-for-companies-house\">Start Your Verification Now<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Is This Needed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From 18 November 2025, every director and person with significant control (PSC) will need to prove their identity to Companies House. This change is designed to bolster the UK\u2019s defences against fraud, money laundering, and other economic crime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When Do You Need to Do This?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Existing directors\/PSCs:<\/strong> From 18 November 2025 onwards, your company filings will need to include your personal code. So the actual &#8220;when do I need to do this by&#8221; depends on when your next filings are due. We suggest that you get your code before 18 November to avoid the rush.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>New directors\/PSCs (after 18 Nov 2025):<\/strong> You must verify before appointment, or within 14 days of joining the register.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Before You Start: Quick Checklist<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Personal email address<\/strong> &#8211; Use your own email \u2013 not a shared work inbox. Shared emails cause login problems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Smartphone with camera<\/strong> &#8211; Needed for the quickest method (app scan), but other options are available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Photo ID ready<\/strong> &#8211; Such as a passport or UK photocard driving licence.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Verify Your Identity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First off you will need to create a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/using-your-gov-uk-one-login\">GOV.UK One Login<\/a> if you do not already have one. Once done you will then be redirected to verify your identify. Use the link below to start the verification process. If you don&#8217;t already have a One Login, then this will be created for you along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Option <strong>1. Via the GOV.UK App (Fastest Method)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Download the \u201cGOV.UK One Login\u201d app to your phone, or begin <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/verify-your-identity-for-companies-house\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create your One Login account (or login if you already have one)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scan your passport or photocard driving licence using your phone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a quick selfie (live check).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the address verification steps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get issued with your new Companies House Personal Code<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Acceptable IDs for the app:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>UK photocard driving licence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UK passport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Non-UK biometric passport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UK Biometric Residence Permit\/Card (can be up to 18 months expired)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UK Frontier Worker permit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Device Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>iPhone (iOS 15+): iPhone 6s or newer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Android: Version 10+<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Option 2. Post Office In-Branch Route (Offline Option)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start online \u2013 Use Verify your identity for Companies House \u2192 choose <strong>at a Post Office<\/strong> when prompted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your ID details &amp; pick a branch \u2013 GOV.UK emails you a Post Office customer letter (print or show on phone).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the branch \u2013 Hand over the letter and the original photo-ID; staff scan the document and take your picture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ll usually get the result (and your code) by email the same day. The code also appears in \u201cManage Account\u201d in your One Login.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Accepted Identity Documents \u2013 What Works?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Biometric or machine-readable passports<\/strong> (any nationality, up to 6 months expired)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>UK\/EU photocard driving licence<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>EU\/EEA\/Norway\/Iceland\/Liechtenstein biometric ID card<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>UK BRP\/BRC\/Frontier Worker permit<\/strong> (up to 18 months expired)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you\u2019re using the Post Office or manual verification:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bring two documents:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Either two from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/how-to-meet-companies-house-identity-verification-standard\">Group A<\/a> (photo IDs), or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/how-to-meet-companies-house-identity-verification-standard\">Group A<\/a> and one from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/how-to-meet-companies-house-identity-verification-standard\">Group B<\/a> (like a birth certificate, bank statement, utility bill, council tax bill, or rental agreement)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>After You Verify \u2013 Getting &amp; Using Your Code<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Once verified, you\u2019ll see your 12-character personal code on-screen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The code will also be stored under \u201cManage Account\u201d in your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/using-your-gov-uk-one-login\">GOV.UK One Login<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From 18 November 2025, you\u2019ll use this code for all Companies House filings. Once you\u2019ve linked it to your directorship or PSC role, it auto-populates future filings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Security tip:<\/strong> Treat your code like your tax number \u2013 only share it with trusted advisers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to Send Us When You\u2019re Done<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you have your personal code, <strong>please send us your 12-character Companies House personal code<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Deadlines \u2013 What to Know<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Existing directors\/PSCs:<\/strong> From 18 November 2025, you will not be able to file your company\u2019s confirmation statement unless all directors have verified their identity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>New directors\/PSCs:<\/strong> Must provide your code <em>before<\/em> appointment or within 14 days of being added.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tips &amp; Common Pitfalls<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t use a shared email<\/strong> \u2013 your GOV.UK One Login must have a personal address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No smartphone?<\/strong> Use the security-question or Post Office route.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Overseas directors:<\/strong> A non-UK biometric passport works for the app route. If that fails, the Post Office or our assisted service can help.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lost your code?<\/strong> Just sign in at GOV.UK One Login \u2192 \u201cManage Account\u201d \u2192 \u201cPersonal Code.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Peak period warning:<\/strong> Expect a rush close to the deadline. Try to get your code well before November 2026!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Getting your own Companies House personal code is simple, free, and usually takes just a few minutes. You only need to do this once (unless your details change), and it\u2019s all handled through the official GOV.UK website using the \u201cVerify your identity for Companies House\u201d service. 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