Want to update your registered company name? Submit your company name change online quickly and easily, with a smooth and hassle-free process.
A company name change occurs when a business updates its legally registered name on the Companies House register. Even minor changes must be formally recorded—for example, changing from JS Limited to John S Limited requires an official filing with Companies House.
You can change your company name online by choosing one of our name change packages, starting from £99.99 + VAT. All packages include Companies House filing fees, with a same-day processing option available for an additional charge.
Important:
Your registered company name is different from your business or trading name. You are free to use a business or trading name of your choice, provided your registered company name appears on all official company documents.
Changing your company name is straightforward:
Check availability using our company name checker
Purchase your preferred company name change package
Submit your new company name electronically through your online account
Once approved, you will receive a Certificate of Incorporation on Change of Name
If your chosen name is unavailable, you can select an alternative name at no extra cost
Rebrand your business with total legal peace of mind. Our comprehensive service handles the entire statutory process required to officially change your registered business name with Companies House.
Name Availability & Compliance Check: Before filing, we perform a thorough registry check to ensure your proposed new name is legally available and complies with UK naming restrictions.
All-Inclusive Government Fees: No hidden or surprise check-out fees. The official Companies House filing fee is completely covered under this service.
Secure Electronic Filing: We prepare and submit the necessary special resolutions and electronic filings directly to Companies House for rapid processing.
Official Digital Certificate: Once approved, we deliver your official Certificate of Incorporation on Change of Name straight to your inbox, legally solidifying your new brand identity.
VAT: £12.00
If your proposed company name includes a sensitive word (for example, “King”), it cannot be submitted through online filing. In such cases, the name change must be made via a paper application and supported by additional documentation. Unfortunately, we are unable to assist with paper-based submissions.
Once Companies House approves the name change, the new company name replaces the previous name on the register. A Certificate of Incorporation on Change of Name will then be available to download from your online account.
This certificate confirms both the old and new company names, along with the date the change took effect. The company number remains unchanged.
Please note:
The certificate will include the previous company name. A standard Certificate of Incorporation showing only one name is issued only at the time of company formation.
After changing your company name, you should update:
HMRC (Corporation Tax, VAT, and PAYE)
Your bank
Customers and suppliers
Service providers and relevant authorities
Any other business contacts
You should also update your company stationery, signage, website, and domain name where applicable.
We strongly recommend checking the availability of your proposed company name using our company name search tool before placing an order. If a submitted name is rejected by Companies House, you can submit an alternative name at no extra cost.
A company name change is typically processed within three working days, depending on Companies House workload. If you need the change urgently, a same-day guaranteed service is also available.