New Companies House rules mean that company directors and people with significant control (PSCs) must now complete mandatory identity verification before they can register or manage a UK company. These changes are part of wider reforms designed to improve transparency and reduce fraud in the UK company register.
From late 2025, anyone setting up a company or acting as a director or PSC will need to complete Companies House ID verification. Existing directors and PSCs will also need to verify their identity within a set transition period.
Cross Accounting Service is an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP), which means we can carry out director ID verification and PSC verification on your behalf.
With offices in Cardiff and Bridgend, we’ve helped businesses across South Wales and beyond to comply with Companies House requirements quickly and correctly.
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Authorised Corporate Service Provider
Companies House ID
Verification Service
Company Director & PSC Verification
As an ACSP registered with Companies House, Cross Accounting can verify the identity of company directors and PSCs as part of the new compliance process.
Our team will:
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Our team will:
- Discuss the Companies House ID verification requirements and how they apply to you
- Carry out director and PSC identify verification checks in line with the latest rules
- Confirm and submit the verification as an authorised provider
- Ensure your company records remain compliant with Companies House regulations
- Assist with related filings (such as new director appointments) if required
- Provide clear guidance so that you understand what’s required and what happens next
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Companies House ID
Verification FAQ
Companies House ID verification is a new legal requirement that will require company directors and people with significant control (PSCs) to prove their identity. The aim is to ensure that the individuals listed on the Companies House register are genuine and accountable. Verification must be completed before someone can act as a director, form a company, or register as a PSC.
The updated ID verification rules apply to company directors and people with significant control (PSCs). These individuals are now required to complete ID verification before they can carry out certain actions relating to the company.
A person with significant control – or PSC for short – is someone who has significant influence or control over a company. This usually includes individuals who own a certain amount of company shares, have the right to appoint or remove directors, or otherwise exercise significant influence over the company’s operations. PSCs must complete Companies House ID verification under the new rules.
Companies House identity verification has been mandatory since 18th November 2025. New company directors and PSCs must now verify their identity when they are appointed, while existing directors and PSCs have twelve months from the above date to get verified. These changes form part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act, which aims to improve the accuracy of the Companies House register.
Identify verification can be completed through an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP) like Cross Accounting. Using an ACSP can make the process simpler and more secure, as they will ensure that the verification is carried out correctly and submitted through the proper channels.
Why Choose Cross Accounting for ID Verification?
If you need help completing Companies House ID verification, the Cross Accounting team are here for you. Our experienced staff can guide you through the new requirements and complete the verification process as an Authorised Corporate Service Provider.
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