Companies House identity verification assistance
Companies House Identity Verification Assistance
Need your Companies House personal code?
We provide guided identity-verification assistance for directors and PSCs who need to complete the Companies House verification process, including international and non-resident applicants.
Suitable applicants
Who This Service Is For
- 01New UK company directors who need a Companies House personal code
- 02Existing directors who still need to complete identity verification
- 03People with Significant Control (PSCs)
- 04Non-UK residents who need assistance navigating the verification process
- 05Applicants who are unable or unsure how to complete an available verification route independently
Clear service scope
What the £74 Service Includes
- Initial eligibility and document review
- Guidance on the identity-verification process
- Secure submission of the required identity information
- Verification-process coordination
- Assistance if clarification or additional information is required
- Confirmation once verification has been completed
- Companies House personal code delivered to the applicant following successful verification
- Support on how the personal code is used for a director or PSC appointment
Seven Oak assists with the verification process. The personal code is issued following successful identity verification; completion remains subject to the applicable checks and any additional evidence required.
Official terminology
What Is a Companies House Personal Code?
A unique 11-character code issued after successful identity verification.
Directors and PSCs use the personal code to confirm their verified identity when required by Companies House. New directors need it when incorporating or being appointed, while existing directors use it in connection with their required filings.
The personal code belongs to the individual and can be reused across their relevant company roles. Keep it secure.
International applicants
Identity Verification for Non-UK Residents
Non-UK residents can complete Companies House identity verification, but the available route can depend on the identity documents they hold and their circumstances.
Our assisted service is designed for international directors and PSCs who want practical help completing the process and obtaining their personal code. We review the available route and explain if further evidence is needed.
How it works
Four Clear Steps
- 01
Start the service — £74
Complete the order and provide your basic details.
- 02
Submit the required identification
We confirm what documentation is needed and guide you through the verification steps.
- 03
Complete identity verification
The verification is processed using the appropriate route for your circumstances.
- 04
Receive your personal code
After successful verification, your Companies House personal code is issued and sent to the email address used for the process.
Typical timeframe: up to 48 hours after successful completion of the required verification checks.
Before you start
What You May Need
Requirements may vary depending on the applicant and verification route.
- A valid passport or other eligible identity document
- Your current personal details
- An email address you can access
- Your date of birth
- Your current residential address
- Additional supporting information where required
Data protection
Your Information Is Handled Securely
Frequently asked questions
Personal Code Questions, Answered
It is a unique 11-character code issued to an individual after successful Companies House identity verification. It is personal to you and should be kept secure.
Companies House identity-verification requirements apply to relevant directors and People with Significant Control, with timing depending on whether the person is forming a company, being appointed or completing a required filing.
Yes, subject to an initial review. The appropriate verification route depends on your identity documents and circumstances, so additional information may be required.
The personal code is typically issued within up to 48 hours after successful completion of the required verification checks. Additional evidence, technical issues or external processing can extend the timeframe.
You may need a valid passport or another eligible identity document, current personal details, your date of birth and residential address. Requirements vary by applicant and verification route.
We explain what clarification or supporting information is needed and help you respond. Verification cannot be completed until the relevant checks are successfully satisfied.
Yes. The personal code belongs to the individual and is reused across their relevant company roles; you do not obtain a different personal code for every company.
New directors need the code when incorporating a company or being appointed. Existing directors and PSCs use it in connection with the applicable Companies House filing or verification requirement.
Identity Verification Assistance — £74
Need Your Companies House Personal Code?
Complete the assisted verification process with clear guidance from start to finish.