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What are the advantages of UK company registration?

Tax advantages

The UK's corporate tax rate is currently one of the lower in Europe, and there are a number of tax incentives available to businesses. For example, the UK offers tax incentives for research and development expenditures, enabling companies that are committed to innovation to enjoy a lower tax burden. In addition, there are lower tax rates and a simplified tax filing process for SMEs, which further reduces their operating costs.
Easy registration

Compared with other European countries, the procedures for registering a UK company are the simplest, with fast registration time, simple procedures, freedom of name, and few restrictions on business scope.
Big advantages for UK-based companies on Amazon

Sellers can have 85,000 pounds of tax-free credits, enjoy the local low tax rate declaration, different industries low tax rate from 0% - 14.5% ranging, e-commerce sellers are usually about 7.5%; sellers use the local account registered by the UK company, the platform will not be VAT withholding, VAT by the UK local companies to declare themselves.
Expanding the European market and building brand image

The United Kingdom is the second largest financial center after the United States. Due to the importance of Europe and the economic relations between the United Kingdom and the rest of the world, British companies have a good reputation in the world, which can improve the status of the company and establish an international brand image.
free trade

Registering a UK company allows you to trade freely in the UK and even throughout the EU. It can be listed freely. Due to the developed economy of the UK, the listing system is relatively sound, and UK companies can be listed in any country under a fair and open environment with a public audit system.

What are the requirements for company registration in the UK

board member

At least one director who is at least 18 years of age
stockholder

At least one shareholder, who may be an individual or other limited company
Statutory Secretary

At least one statutory secretary, who may be a natural or legal person.
registered address

Registered address must be in the UK
company identification

Provide the name of the company, the name of the UK company can only be in English and must be capitalized.

What are the types of companies registered in the UK

Private limited by shares

Public Company Limited

Private Guarantee Ltd.

Private Unlimited

Branch Office (UK Registered Office)

Community Interest Companies (CIC)

Private limited by shares

A private company limited by shares is the most common type of business entity in the United Kingdom. Almost 95% of all companies registered in the UK are private companies limited by shares. All private companies limited by shares are required to bear the word "Limited" or "Ltd.". There is no minimum share capital required by law for such companies and anyone can start a company with a capital of as little as £1.

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Public Company Limited

A listed company, often referred to as a "PLC", is a business entity used by large corporations because it is able to raise capital for its business by selling its shares to the public through the stock market. The minimum share capital required by law to form a PLC is £50,000. In addition, at least 25% of the nominal value of the shares issued and the full premium payable must be paid up when the shares are allotted. These companies are required by law to appoint at least 2 directors and a company secretary at the time of incorporation.

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Private Guarantee Ltd.

In this type of company, if the company fails, the company is expected to pay a pre-agreed amount to the debtor. This form of corporate structure is usually adopted by non-profit organizations for purposes such as charity, education, clubs, unions, and so on. These companies have no shareholders and no share capital. Members of the company become shareholders and guarantees can be as low as £1.

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Private Unlimited

The distinctive feature of this type of company is that there is no monetary limit to the liability that the members of the company may incur if the company fails. This type of structure is only valid for those companies where it is determined that there is no insolvency situation. These companies are also not legally obliged to submit annual accounts to the Companies Authority.

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Branch Office (UK Registered Office)

A branch or UK incorporated body is an overseas company registered in the UK. It has no separate legal personality and its affairs continue to be managed by the directors and shareholders of the overseas company. This entity is an alternative to registering a separate company in the UK.

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Community Interest Companies (CIC)

A Community Interest Company (CIC) is a private limited company established for the benefit of the community. Although it is a not-for-profit entity, it is required to earn profits to remain solvent and to use those profits for the benefit of the community rather than for personal gain.

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Basic information to be prepared

1. Name of the company

The name of the company must be in English and end in "Limited Company", e.g. CO. LIMITED; LIMITED; CO.,LTD; LTD; it cannot end in "Trust Company, Bank" or other similar words unless the company is licensed in the UK. The company must not end with "trust company, bank" or other similar words unless it is licensed in the UK to do so. Words not to be used in the company name:
(1) Words related to royalty, such as Royal, King, Queen, Prince, etc.
(2) Words about serious government, e.g. Government, British, Britain, etc.
(3) Words related to social welfare organizations, e.g. Charity, Organisation, Unverisity, etc.
(4) Private Guaranty LLC name: can end with Association, Foundation, etc., e.g., Association:Foundatio
2. Scope of operations

You can choose four corresponding business nature, which will be displayed on the Registrar's official website above. There is not much restriction on the scope of business for a UK company. Companies can operate any nature of business, such as: finance and investment, healthcare, shipping and transportation, import and export trade, real estate, construction, decoration and design, information network, clothing and textile, tourism, culture and publishing.
3. Scanned documents of shareholders and directors

At least one shareholder and one director are required, and shareholders can be individuals or other limited companies with no nationality restrictions. All shareholders must be at least 18 years of age. Directors' details will be made available for public inspection.
4. Confirmation of registered capital

The regular registered capital of a UK company is £1,000 and is not required to be paid up.
5. Confirmation of company secretary, registered address, business address, bank account holder

Under the UK Companies Act, every UK limited company is required to have a company secretary resident in the UK who is responsible for dealing with local legal matters. At the same time, it is necessary to confirm the registered address and account opening bank in the UK.

Registration time: 12 working days

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Step 1

Company Name Search

Before registering a UK company, you will first need to carry out a company name search. You need to make sure that the chosen name is not used by any other company in the UK Companies Registry and that it complies with the regulations governing UK company registration.
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Step 2

Preparation of registration documents

Prepare the following information: company name, company registered address, company business scope, company director and shareholder information, company registered capital, etc.
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Step 3

Payment of registration fees

Depending on the registration method and type of company chosen, the appropriate registration fees are paid. The fees include company registration fees, government taxes, etc.
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Step 4

Waiting for Audit and Receiving Certificates

After submitting the application, you need to wait for the audit of the UK Company Registry. After the audit, you will receive the certificate of incorporation and other relevant documents.

Q&A Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can a Chinese person register a company locally in the UK? Is it possible to register in the UK and operate locally in the UK with a UK escort visa?

According to the UK Companies Act, citizens of any country have the right to register a company in the UK. It is possible to register a company with a companion visa, but the companion visa states that you cannot participate in commercial activities, and you cannot actually operate in the UK.

2. Is there any restriction on the name of the company registered by the UK government?

The UK government has very few requirements for registered company names, generally its clearly stated to avoid the use of
(1) Words related to royalty, such as Royal, King, Queen, Prince, etc.
(2) Words about serious government, e.g. Government, British, Britain, etc;
(3) Words related to social welfare organizations, e.g., Charity, Organisation, Unverisity, etc.

3. Do I need to file a tax return or pay tax in the UK after the company is registered?

According to the HMRC, all registered companies are required to file a tax return with them. However, if your company in the UK does not operate on the ground in the UK mainland, it can be declared as a non-operating company to the Inland Revenue at the time of the annual review, and if it is a non-operating and unprofitable company, it does not have to pay any tax. However, the UK government's criteria for determining whether a company is operating is often to look at the company's bank records in the UK, and it is recommended that you avoid opening any accounts in the UK unless you have to operate on UK soil.

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What are the advantages of UK company registration?

What are the requirements for company registration in the UK

Basic information to be prepared

Registration time: 12 working days

1. Can a Chinese person register a company locally in the UK? Is it possible to register in the UK and operate locally in the UK with a UK escort visa?

2. Is there any restriction on the name of the company registered by the UK government?

3. Do I need to file a tax return or pay tax in the UK after the company is registered?