Shelf Company 2024

If none of the available company names meet your requirements, we strongly recommend purchasing our Company Name Change service after the shelf company has been transferred to you. This allows you to rename the company to something more suitable for your business.

Yes, purchasing a Shelf Company is completely safe. A shelf company is a dormant company with no trading history, meaning it is financially clean and has no outstanding liabilities. You can buy with confidence, knowing the company is ready for use.

No, you do not have to use your personal address. Companies MadeSimple can provide a prestigious London N1 Registered Office address for your company.

With our Premium Shelf Company services, you can use our address for one year, with the option to renew annually to continue protecting your personal address and securely receive official mail.

Please note: The Registered Office must be based in England or Wales. This address will appear on the public Companies House register at the time of purchase.

A Shelf Company, also called a ready-made company, is a company that has been legally formed but has never traded. Shelf companies are ideal if you need a company number quickly or wish to operate as a company with an established registration date.

All our shelf companies are fully up to date with Dormant Company Accounts and Confirmation Statement filing obligations, ensuring compliance and readiness for use.

There are several reasons why someone may choose to purchase a Shelf Company instead of forming a new company:

Simplicity

• The process is fast and straightforward, with a company number available immediately.

• Updating certain company details is generally quicker than starting a brand-new company.

• The company is set up correctly from the start by formation experts, giving you confidence in its structure.

Longevity

• An older company can increase investor and consumer confidence.

• Some jurisdictions require a company to have been trading for a minimum period to enter into contracts.

• Studies show people tend to trust a business that has been operating longer compared to a brand-new company.

Yes. Account holders, directors, and People with Significant Control (PSCs) are required to provide ID. This is in line with current legislation, as all individuals with significant influence or control over a company are considered key decision-makers.

Companies House began enforcing this requirement under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 in late 2023. All company officers must be verified via ID before an application or request is submitted to Companies House.

Using Credas’ digital ID software, our free online ID check is quick and simple. You will need:

• A government-issued photo ID, such as a passport or driving licence (must be valid and not expired).