From 1st February 2026, Companies House is making a number of changes to its fees as part of wider updates to the UK government body.
We wanted to give you a clear heads-up about what’s happening, what it means for you, and, equally as important, what you don’t need to worry about.
Why are fees changing?
Firstly, these changes have been introduced by Companies House and our fees must align with their updated pricing, but it is not a decision made by us.
We know nobody loves a fee increase, so we want to be very clear and upfront about this. Nothing will be quietly added or sprung on you at the last minute.
When do the changes take effect?
The new Companies House fees apply from 1st February 2026.
From that date, any new filings or ad hoc work will be quoted using the updated fees. As always, we’ll make sure everything is clearly explained in advance.
A reminder on ID verification
You may remember that ID verification for directors and people with significant control was introduced back in November 2025. This was a huge Companies House change and is mandatory for everyone ahead of the autumn 2026 deadline.
We’ve already shared a more detailed guide on this, so we won’t repeat it all here, but in short:
- All directors and PSC’s will need to verify their identity ahead of any filings with Companies House
- It’s a Companies House requirement, but we have put arrangements in place to support you with this change
And here’s the important bit: you don’t need to chase us about this.
We’ll be in touch with everyone who needs to complete ID verification and make sure it’s all completed correctly and within your required timeframe. So please don’t feel the need to call and check, we’ve got it covered 👍
As always, if you have questions, we’re here and always happy to help. But, rest assured, we’re on top of these changes and looking out for you.
As ever, we’ve got this 💪
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