Confirmation Statement Guide
Everything you need to know about your company's annual filing requirement.
The Short Version
Every UK company must file a Confirmation Statement at least once a year. It confirms your company details are up to date. Miss the deadline and you face fines – plus all directors and PSCs must now be verified before you can file.
Identity Verification Required
From 2024/25, Companies House won't accept your Confirmation Statement unless all directors and PSCs have verified their identity. Get verified now to avoid filing delays.
Annual Filing
At least once every 12 months
14-Day Window
After your review period ends
Strike-off Risk
If you don't file
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Common Questions
What is a Confirmation Statement?
It's an annual filing that tells Companies House your company information is still correct. Think of it as a yearly check-in.
How often do I need to file?
At least once every 12 months. The deadline is 14 days after the anniversary of your last filing.
What happens if I don't file?
Filing a Confirmation Statement late doesn't trigger an automatic financial penalty (unlike late annual accounts). But persistent non-filing is serious: Companies House can strike your company off the register, and directors can face criminal prosecution — a court fine of up to £5,000. So it's still important to file on time.
Do I need a Personal Code to file?
Yes. From 2024/25, all directors and PSCs must be verified before you can file a Confirmation Statement.
How much does it cost to file?
Companies House charges £50 for online filing or £110 for paper filing (the online fee rose from £34 in February 2026). Our filing service is £100 all-in, which includes the £50 Companies House fee — we file on your behalf and pay the fee for you.
Need Help with Your Confirmation Statement?
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