What is a dormant company?

A dormant company is one that is not carrying on business or has no significant accounting transactions during the relevant period. Dormant status can apply for accounting and tax purposes, depending on the company’s circumstances.

Can my company remain dormant for a long time?

Yes. A company can remain dormant for as long as required, provided it continues to meet its Companies House and HMRC filing and compliance obligations.

Do dormant companies still need to file accounts?

Yes. A dormant company must generally continue to file its annual accounts with Companies House and meet other applicable company filing requirements, even while it remains dormant.

Does a dormant company still need to file a Confirmation Statement?

Yes. Dormant status does not remove the requirement to keep the company’s Companies House information up to date and file the required Confirmation Statement.

What happens if my dormant company starts trading?

Once the company begins trading or has relevant accounting activity, it may no longer qualify as dormant for the relevant purpose. We can review the activity and advise on the accounting, tax, and filing requirements that apply.

Company Formation

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Dormant Company Formation

Formation of a UK limited company that is intended to remain dormant and not actively trade immediately. This can be useful when you want to secure a company structure now but are not ready to start trading yet.

What the fixed fee covers

Company formation application and name check.
Director and shareholder registration.
Share structure and SIC code setup.
Registered office details and Companies House submission.
Certificate of Incorporation upon approval.
Guidance on dormant company filing requirements.

How it works

1We collect your proposed company details.
2The company name and structure are reviewed.
3We prepare the share structure, SIC code, and key details.
4The incorporation application is prepared for your approval.
5We submit the application to Companies House.
6We explain dormant company filing requirements and next steps.

What we need from you

Proposed company name and business activity.
Director and shareholder details.
Registered office and service address.
Share structure and ownership details.
PSC information and suitable SIC code.
Companies House identity verification (personal code) for each director and PSC.

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FAQs

Dormant Company Formation: common questions

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A dormant company is one that is not carrying on business or has no significant accounting transactions during the relevant period. Dormant status can apply for accounting and tax purposes, depending on the company’s circumstances.
Yes. A company can remain dormant for as long as required, provided it continues to meet its Companies House and HMRC filing and compliance obligations.
Yes. A dormant company must generally continue to file its annual accounts with Companies House and meet other applicable company filing requirements, even while it remains dormant.
Yes. Dormant status does not remove the requirement to keep the company’s Companies House information up to date and file the required Confirmation Statement.
Once the company begins trading or has relevant accounting activity, it may no longer qualify as dormant for the relevant purpose. We can review the activity and advise on the accounting, tax, and filing requirements that apply.