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UK COMPANY FORMATION FOR INDIAN FOUNDERS

UK Company Formation for Indian Residents

Set up a UK limited company remotely from India with Companies House filing, UK registered office support, identity-verification guidance and practical post-incorporation assistance.

No UK-resident director generally required
UK registered office required
Remote formation support
Banking support available

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Can an Indian Resident Form a UK Company?

Yes. An Indian resident can generally own and direct a UK private limited company remotely, subject to a UK registered office and applicable identity-verification requirements.

Important

  • Indian residents can generally own a UK Ltd
  • A UK-resident director is generally not required
  • A UK registered office is required
  • Identity-verification requirements apply

Can an Indian Resident Own 100% of a UK Company?

Yes. An Indian resident can generally own 100% of an ordinary UK private limited company and may also act as its director, subject to the applicable Companies House requirements.

  • No UK shareholder is generally required
  • No UK-resident director is generally required
  • The company can be incorporated remotely
  • The founder can continue living in India
  • A UK registered office is still required
  • Companies House identity verification applies to relevant directors and PSCs
Read the Complete India Formation Guide

Structure Facts

Company Type: Private Limited Company (Ltd)

Minimum Directors: 1 (can be Indian resident)

Minimum Shareholders: 1 (can be the same person)

Capital: Typically £1 (1 share of £1)

Built for Indian Founders Expanding Internationally

SaaS & Technology
IT Services & Agencies
E-Commerce Brands
Import, Export & Trade
Professional Services
UK & Global Expansion

A UK company is not automatically the right choice for every business. We help assess whether a UK Ltd is appropriate for your goals.

Disponibilité du nom

Votre nom de société est-il libre ?

Vérifiez la disponibilité en temps réel sur le registre britannique.

Indication uniquement — l'approbation finale appartient à Companies House.

Recherche effectuée sur le registre Companies House. La disponibilité affichée est indicative : la décision finale appartient à Companies House.

Google Reviews

"Seven Oak Prestige made the entire UK company formation process smooth and stress-free. Their team is professional, responsive and very clear in communication."

Arjun Mehta

SaaS Founder, Bengaluru

"Excellent support with documentation and banking-readiness. Highly recommended for Indian founders looking to go global."

Neha Sharma

E-Commerce Entrepreneur, Delhi

"Very transparent pricing and great guidance throughout. Got my company incorporated quickly and without any hassle."

Rohan Iyer

IT Consultant, Mumbai

"I was worried about the compliance and EORI requirements, but Seven Oak Prestige guided us step-by-step. Incredibly knowledgeable about cross-border trade."

Priya Patel

Export Business, Ahmedabad

"Super fast incorporation. I had my company registered and documents in hand within 48 hours. The best service for tech founders in India."

Sameer Reddy

Web3 Developer, Hyderabad

"The team handled our VAT registration and banking setup seamlessly. Having a prestigious London address has completely changed how international clients view us."

Vikram Desai

Digital Agency Owner, Pune

"Seven Oak Prestige made the entire UK company formation process smooth and stress-free. Their team is professional, responsive and very clear in communication."

Arjun Mehta

SaaS Founder, Bengaluru

"Excellent support with documentation and banking-readiness. Highly recommended for Indian founders looking to go global."

Neha Sharma

E-Commerce Entrepreneur, Delhi

"Very transparent pricing and great guidance throughout. Got my company incorporated quickly and without any hassle."

Rohan Iyer

IT Consultant, Mumbai

"I was worried about the compliance and EORI requirements, but Seven Oak Prestige guided us step-by-step. Incredibly knowledgeable about cross-border trade."

Priya Patel

Export Business, Ahmedabad

"Super fast incorporation. I had my company registered and documents in hand within 48 hours. The best service for tech founders in India."

Sameer Reddy

Web3 Developer, Hyderabad

"The team handled our VAT registration and banking setup seamlessly. Having a prestigious London address has completely changed how international clients view us."

Vikram Desai

Digital Agency Owner, Pune

Formules

Tarifs fixes. Tout annoncé clairement.

Starter

£199

~ ₹25,462

Création seule — pour les fondateurs ayant déjà une adresse adaptée au Royaume-Uni.

  • Création de la société UK
  • Dépôt au Companies House
  • Documents d'entreprise numériques
  • Rappels clés de conformité
Choisir StarterUne question ? Parlez à un expert

Prestige

Recommandé pour les non-résidents

£299

~ ₹38,257

Le choix naturel pour les non-résidents : création et infrastructure d'adresse.

  • Tout ce qui est dans Starter
  • Siège social — 12 mois
  • Adresse de service du directeur — 12 mois
  • Gestion du courrier selon le forfait
  • Assistance à la conformité annuelle
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Elite

Le plus complet

£399

~ ₹51,052

Prestige avec vérification d'identité avancée et préparation bancaire.

  • Tout ce qui est dans Prestige
  • Adresse professionnelle virtuelle pour 12 mois
  • Assistance prioritaire
  • Assistance bancaire directe où applicable
  • Assistance de conformité

Prestataires considérés

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La disponibilité des prestataires dépend de la résidence du fondateur, de l'activité, de la structure, du KYC et de l'éligibilité individuelle. L'approbation finale revient au prestataire.

Un directeur inclus. Les directeurs supplémentaires sont gérés séparément.

Choisir EliteUne question ? Parlez à un expert

* Payments are charged in GBP. Rupee amounts are provided for convenience and are indicative based on exchange rates (updated daily).

L'approbation d'un prestataire financier n'est pas garantie et reste soumise aux critères d'éligibilité, au KYC et à l'évaluation des risques de chaque prestataire.

Les tarifs, renouvellements et conditions d'annulation sont clairement indiqués avant l'achat. Consultez nos Conditions générales et notre Politique de remboursement.

What You Need to Get Started

Valid passport

For each director and shareholder

Proof of address

Bank statement, utility bill or landline bill, dated within 3 months

Proposed company name

One or two preferred options

Business activity

A short description of what the company will do

That is enough to begin your formation review.

How UK Company Formation Works from India

1

Choose your package

2

Make payment

3

Receive onboarding email

4

Submit your documents

5

KYC & identity verification

6

We prepare and submit the incorporation

7

Receive your company documents

Certificate of Incorporation
Memorandum & Articles
Share Certificate
Company Register

HMRC Corporation Tax correspondence, including the UTR, is typically received after incorporation and forwarded in line with the selected service.

Important Before You Incorporate

Banking support

We assist with banking readiness, but final approval remains with the financial institution.

UK registered office

A compliant registered office address is required for every UK company.

Companies House verification

Relevant directors and people with significant control must satisfy identity-verification requirements.

Indian overseas investment

FEMA, ODI or LRS considerations may apply to how you fund the company.

UK & India tax

Cross-border tax treatment depends on residence, substance and the facts of your business.

Platforms & payments

Amazon, Shopify, Stripe and others assess eligibility separately.

Why Choose Seven Oak Prestige

International founder experience

We understand cross-border business needs.

Experience supporting Indian founders

Practical guidance tailored to your context.

Clear pricing & scope

Transparent deliverables with no surprises.

Banking-readiness support

We prepare you for banking conversations.

UK address infrastructure

Registered office and service address options.

Human advisory support

Speak with real people who care.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. An Indian resident can generally become a director and shareholder of a UK private limited company without living in the United Kingdom, subject to the applicable incorporation and identity-verification requirements.

Generally, no. A UK private limited company does not normally require its director to reside in the United Kingdom.

Yes. The company-formation process can generally be managed remotely. You do not normally need to travel to the UK simply to incorporate the company.

You will normally need: a valid passport for each director and shareholder; a bank statement, utility bill or landline bill showing the residential address and dated within the last 3 months; your proposed company name; and a short description of the company's business activity. Additional information may be requested depending on the structure.

Following successful incorporation, we provide the relevant company documents, including: Certificate of Incorporation, Memorandum & Articles of Association, Share Certificate and Company Register.

HMRC normally issues Corporation Tax correspondence, including the company's Unique Taxpayer Reference, after incorporation. Where the correspondence is delivered to an address managed by Seven Oak Prestige, it will be processed and forwarded according to the applicable service.

Yes. Banking and fintech readiness support is available depending on your package and circumstances. We have practical experience supporting Indian founders with UK business banking applications. However, every provider performs its own compliance assessment and final approval remains with the financial institution.

Potentially. Indian residents investing in or funding an overseas company may need to consider rules relating to FEMA, ODI, LRS, tax and reporting. Seven Oak Prestige can support the UK company side, but India-specific tax or regulatory advice should be obtained from an appropriately qualified Indian adviser where required.

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