Certificate of Good Standing

We can help you order your company certificate of Good Standing and have it delivered to your address anywhere in the world.

What is a Certificate of Good Standing?

Certificate confirms that your company has met its statutory filing obligations and is authorized to conduct business. It serves as proof of the company's legal existence and compliance with regulations. It can be used for securing loans, conducting international business, applying for visas globally, etc. We handle the application process and ensure the certificate is promptly delivered to you, facilitating smooth business operations.

Key features of certificate of good standing.

The Certificate of Good Standing confirms that a company is currently active and compliant with its statutory obligations. It typically includes the following scope:

Legal Existence: This confirms the company is registered and legally exists under the laws of its jurisdiction

Compliance : Verifies that the company has filed all necessary annual returns, financial statements, and taxes up to the date of issuance.

Authorization to Conduct Business:Indicates that the company is authorised to operate and conduct business activities as per its registration.

Names of Company Directors A certificate of good standing can list the names of all the company directors, their nationalities and their date of appointment. This can serve a second certificate of Incorporation.

Regulatory Compliance: Demonstrates the company's adherence to regulatory standards and corporate governance.

How does it work?

1. Place an order for certificate of good standing

2. We will then file for your certificate of good standing.

3. Your company certificate of good standing will be delivered to your address or anywhere you want it.

How to get started?

Choose a package and complete the payment. If your company was not incorporated with us, you will need to provide us your company details.

Please Note

If your company was not incorporated with our service you just need to provide a few details about your company.

Certificate of Good Standing Service

We will file your certificate of good standing and cover companies House fees. .

£120

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Confirmation Statement Express

We will file for your company certificate of good standing within 24 hours and cover Companies House filing fee.

£150

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FAQs on Certificate of Good Standing

What is a Certificate of Good Standing? +

A Certificate of Good Standing is an official document issued by Companies House in the UK. It confirms that a company is legally registered and compliant with its filing requirements, such as submitting annual accounts and confirmation statements.

What information is included in a Certificate of Good Standing? +

A Certificate of Good Standing typically includes: - The company’s registered name. - The company number. - The date of incorporation. - Confirmation that the company is up to date with its filing requirements. - The names of the company’s directors and secretary (if requested).

Why would I need a Certificate of Good Standing? +

A Certificate of Good Standing may be required for various reasons, including: - Applying for a loan or other financial products. - Entering into contracts with third parties. - Expanding business operations overseas. - Providing assurance to potential investors or partners. - Applying for a visa as an owner of a company.

What are the requirements to obtain a Certificate of Good Standing? +

To be eligible for a Certificate of Good Standing, your company must: - Be up to date with all filing requirements (annual accounts, confirmation statements, etc.). - Have at least one active Director (if a private company) or at least two active directors (if a public company).

Can a Certificate of Good Standing expire? +

While the certificate itself does not expire, its relevance may diminish over time as it reflects the company's status at the time of issuance. Organizations requesting the certificate may require a recent version (e.g., issued within the last three months).

Can I get a Certificate of Good Standing for a dissolved or inactive company? +

No, a Certificate of Good Standing can only be issued for a company that is currently active and compliant with its filing requirements. Dissolved or inactive companies are not eligible.

Is a Certificate of Good Standing the same as a Certificate of Incorporation? +

No, a Certificate of Good Standing is different from a Certificate of Incorporation. The Certificate of Incorporation is issued at the time of the company’s formation and confirms its registration. The Certificate of Good Standing confirms that the company is currently compliant with its statutory obligations.

Can I use a Certificate of Good Standing for international business purposes? +

Yes, a Certificate of Good Standing is often used for international business purposes, such as setting up operations abroad or entering into international contracts. However, you may need to have the certificate authenticated or apostilled for certain jurisdictions.

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