Ready to launch your business?
Mettle doesn't directly handle company registration, so we've put together the essential information to help you take those crucial first steps with confidence. Or you can register through the HMRC website directly below.
Do you need to register your business?
Sole traders
As a sole trader you don’t need to register your company with Companies House.
But you will need to register with HMRC for tax purposes.
Limited companies
As a limited company you’ll need to register with Companies House to get a Certificate of Incorporation and a unique Company Registration Number (CRN). Registering costs £50*.
Limited companies also need to file annual accounts and a confirmation statement with Companies House and register with HMRC for Corporation Tax.
Read more about limited companies
*Correct as of 14 May 2025
Next steps
Prepare your information
A unique company name: You'll need to check its availability with HMRC.
Registered office address: This is the official address for your company.
At least 3 pieces of personal information: This is about yourself and your shareholders or guarantors.
Check your name's availability
Make sure the name you want to register is available. You can do this on the HMRC website.
Register your business
Head over to the official HMRC website to complete the registration process.
FAQs
Does Mettle register my company for me?
How much does it cost to register a limited company in the UK?
The standard fee for online registration of a limited company with Companies House is currently £50. Please note that this fee is subject to change, so it's always best to check the most up-to-date pricing on the Companies House website before you begin. There may be additional costs for other registration methods or services.
Do I pay the registration fee to HMRC?
No, the fee for the initial registration of your limited company is paid directly to Companies House, the UK's registrar of companies. The information you provide during this registration is then shared with HMRC.
What information do I need to register my limited company?
You'll typically need to provide details such as your company name, registered office address, information about the directors and shareholders, details of your company's shares, and information about the people with significant control (PSCs). You'll also need to agree to the company's memorandum and articles of association.
Where do I check if my company name is available?
You can check the availability of your proposed company name using the online service provided by HMRC.
Read moreDo sole traders need to register their company?
Sole traders don't "register a company" in the same way that limited companies do. Instead, they need to register themselves as self-employed with HMRC for tax purposes (Self Assessment). This is a different process than registering a limited company with Companies House.
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