identity Archives | Taxfile https://www.taxfile.co.uk/tag/identity/ Tax advice & accounting services for South London businesses & SMEs Thu, 12 Jun 2025 08:45:51 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 Companies House ID Verification 2025: A Director’s Guide to the New UK Rules https://www.taxfile.co.uk/2025/06/companies-house-id-verification-2025-directors-guide/ Wed, 11 Jun 2025 15:25:49 +0000 https://www.taxfile.co.uk/?p=8894 Companies House ID Verification 2025: A Director's Guide to the New UK Rules

A major change is coming for all UK company directors in 2025. Companies House is introducing mandatory identity verification and we've created this essential guide to explain what the new director ID verification rules mean for you, ensuring you stay compliant and avoid significant penalties.

These new measures are part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA), a significant piece of legislation designed to improve the quality of data on the UK Companies Register and prevent corporate structures from being used for fraudulent activities.

This guide will walk you through the key changes, deadlines, and the exact steps you need to take.

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