Companies House identity verification
Director identity checks, completed with an authorised agent
A supported route to Companies House identity verification for directors, persons with significant control and UK company officers, handled clearly and securely by Beck Hill.
A clear route through the requirement
Verification without the uncertainty
We confirm the right route, guide you through the evidence and explain what to do with your personal code after the check is complete.
Authorised agent verification
Beck Hill completes the identity check as an Authorised Corporate Service Provider registered with Companies House.
A guided identity check
We explain what is required, review the identity evidence and guide you through each stage rather than leaving you to interpret the process alone.
Your personal code
Once verified, you receive a unique Companies House personal code to connect your verified identity with company roles and filings.
Support for the whole board
We can coordinate checks across companies with several directors or persons with significant control and track who still needs to act.
UK and overseas directors
Remote support is available for people in the UK and abroad, with guidance where standard UK documents are not available.
Secure evidence handling
Sensitive documents are requested and handled through a controlled process, with required records retained securely rather than sent casually by email.
Your role determines the next step
Which best describes you?
Choose the closest option for guidance on the verification process and when your personal code is needed.
Complete verification alongside your company’s compliance timetable
Existing directors need to verify their identity and connect their personal code to each directorship within the Companies House transition arrangements.
Ask about your deadline- Your company and directorship details reviewed
- Identity evidence checked through the authorised-agent route
- Personal code process explained clearly
- Next confirmation statement action identified
Prepare for the check
What you may need
The exact evidence depends on the document and your circumstances, so we confirm your tailored list before anything is supplied.
Your identity details should match the Companies House record. Tell us early about a recent name change, a different spelling or an overseas address so it can be handled correctly.
Typical information and evidence
- A valid passport or suitable photo identity document
- Your full legal name and date of birth
- Current residential address
- Previous name details where relevant
- The UK company name and number
- Your director or PSC role
- Supporting address evidence if required
- A secure email address for Companies House communication
Keep your personal code private and ready
Your Companies House personal code belongs to you, not to the company. You normally verify once, then use that code when connecting your identity to each directorship, PSC role or filing responsibility.
Treat it as sensitive information. Beck Hill will explain when it is needed and how the relevant company action fits into the timetable.
Why timing matters
- New appointments may be delayed without verification
- Existing directors must act within the transition timetable
- PSCs have their own code-submission requirements
- Relevant Companies House filings may be blocked
- Continuing without required verification can be an offence
- Early action leaves time to resolve evidence issues
From evidence to personal code
A guided four-step identity check
We establish what applies, request the right evidence and keep you informed through to successful verification.
- 01
Confirm your role
We identify the company, whether you are a director or PSC, and when the verification is needed.
- 02
Provide evidence
You receive clear instructions for supplying suitable photo identification and any supporting information required.
- 03
Complete the check
We compare and validate the evidence using the Companies House identity-verification standard.
- 04
Use your personal code
Once Companies House confirms verification, we explain how the code connects to your roles and relevant filings.
Director identity-check FAQ
Common questions about Companies House verification
Need help completing your Companies House identity check?
Tell us your role and company details. We will confirm what is needed, the applicable timetable and how the authorised-agent process works.