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The UK company has a high international legal status and a good image and is the registered place of most offshore company in the world.
With the development trend of international commercialization, more and more companies set up offshore companies to expand their operations and expand overseas business. It is very important to choose the right place of registration.
Registering a UK offshore company enjoys many advantages, a stable economic system, sound and complete company regulations, and a clear tax system, enabling the company to operate well.
I.UK Company Introduction

The United Kingdom is made up of islands off the northwest coast of Europe. These include England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland.
The country name is “The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland” (The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland), the capital is London, the United Kingdom has an advanced open market economy and a good image, and is the leading center of international finance and banking and insurance.
As an important trading entity, it has considerable economic, cultural, military, scientific, technological and political influence in the world.
After the UK leaves the EU in 2020, the UK’s foreign investment status has not declined. Looking at the distribution of IMF’s global net direct investment, the UK’s net FDI in 2020 will reach 53.1 billion, which is significantly better than that of the EU and remains ranked fourth in the world, second to China , the United States and Ireland, with financial services and professional technology as the main foreign investment projects in the UK.
The UK is the sixth largest economy in the world and one of the countries with the most developed economy and the highest standard of living in the world.
- Location
The United Kingdom is composed of Great Britain (including England, Scotland,Wales), the northeastern part of the island of Ireland and some small islands around it. It faces the European mainland across the North Sea, the Strait of Dover, and the English Channel. It covers an area of 244,100 square kilometers and is located in mid-latitudes, with a temperate maritime climate.
- Population
67,886,011.
- Language
The language is mainly English, and other local languages include Scots, Welsh, Irish and so on.
- Foreign Exchange Control
None.
- Economics
Banking, finance, shipping, insurance, and business services account for the largest proportion of GDP. In a leading position in the world, the capital London is one of the world’s leading financial, shipping and service centers.
- Currency
GBP(£).
- Time Zone
UTC+1 (UK standard time)
- Main Company Legislation
British company law.

Population
67,886,011
Legal System
Common law
GBP (£)
Currency
UTC+1
Time Zone:UTC+1
(UK standard time)
Main Company Legislation
British Company Law
None
Foreign Exchange Control
The United Kingdom is made up of islands off the northwest coast of Europe. These include England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The country name is “The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland” (The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland), the capital is London, the United Kingdom has an advanced open market economy and a good image, and is the leading center of international finance and banking and insurance. As an important trading entity, it has considerable economic, cultural, military, scientific, technological and political influence in the world. After the UK leaves the EU in 2020, the UK’s foreign investment status has not declined. Looking at the distribution of IMF’s global net direct investment, the UK’s net FDI in 2020 will reach 53.1 billion, which is significantly better than that of the EU and remains ranked fourth in the world, second to China , the United States and Ireland, with financial services and professional technology as the main foreign investment projects in the United Kingdom. The UK is the sixth largest economy in the world and one of the countries with the most developed economy and the highest standard of living in the world.
- Location
The United Kingdom is composed of Great Britain (including England, Scotland,Wales), the northeastern part of the island of Ireland and some small islands around it. It faces the European mainland across the North Sea, the Strait of Dover, and the English Channel. It covers an area of 244,100 square kilometres and is located in mid-latitudes, with a temperate maritime climate.
- Language
The language is mainly English, and other local languages include Scots, Welsh, Irish and so on.
- Economics
Banking, finance, shipping, insurance, and business services account for the largest proportion of GDP. In a leading position in the world, the capital London is one of the world’s leading financial, shipping and service centers.
II.UK company registration type
There are many different types of UK companies to choose from, LTD(Limited company), LLP(Limited liability partnership) and PLC(Public limited company). Before setting up a company outside the UK, you can learn more about the types of registration of different UK companies.
- Limited Company (The most common type of company)
- Only one shareholder is required, and he can also be the sole director.
- Meetings not required: The government does not require meetings of any kind.
- There is no minimum share capital.
- Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
- The minimum number of members is 2 people.
- As long as their income is not from with in the UK, they are not subject to income tax/corporate tax.
- The UK limited liability partnership is not required to declare a minimum legal capital.
- Must have an office address.
- Public Limited Company (PLC)
- Also called a listed company.
- Only one shareholder and two directors are required to establish it.
- Completely owned by foreigners.
- There are two minimum share capital.
III.Advantages and established uses
The Solid legal system and stable financial environment mean that investors are well protected in the UK, and UK companies have the following advantages:
- UK company registration process is simple: only one shareholder is required and capital is not required.
- Reduce Tax Burden: Registering a UK Company offers tax exemption on offshore income, enabling legal tax optimization.
- Enhance Brand Image: Establishing legal tax planning simultaneously boosts the international reputation of the business.
- Strengthen Legal Validity of Agreements: Acting as an intermediary, a UK company can enhance the legal enforceability of agreements such as commissions, royalties, and copyright fees.
- Gain Trust from Tax Authorities: Compared to other tax havens, UK companies are more credible to tax authorities in developed countries, ensuring clients’ willingness to place orders remains unaffected.
- Local visa application: You can apply for an entry visa for the responsible person through a UK company, such as an independent representative visa. After five years of extension, you can further apply for UK permanent residence if you meet the conditions.
IV.Basic rules for UK companies
- Minimum number of individual directors/shareholders: 1.
- No need for local company directors.
- Public Directors List.
- Requires annual tax return.
- Annual accounts.
- Need to convene an annual general meeting of shareholders.
- Venue of annual general meeting:anywhere.
- Zero paid-in capital.
V.UK company registration process and required documents
The registration procedure is as follows:
- Step 1 : Proposed registered company name
It needs to end with Limited, Ltd. It cannot end with a trust company, bank, or other similar words unless the company has obtained the corresponding license locally.
- Step 2 : The following documents are required for UK company registration
- Taiwanese address in English.
- Register at least one director and one shareholder’s passport copy (the same person).
- For registration, a copy of the secretary’s passport (regardless of nationality) is required.
- The directors and shareholders of the company must provide proof of address for the past three months (such as bank statements, receipts for water, electricity and telephone bills).
- The standard registered capital for UK company registration is £1,000-£1,000,000 (if the capital is higher than £1 million, an additional 5/1000 stamp fee will be paid).
- Step 3 : Complete the company registration questionnaire
Complete the company registration questionnaire and the company’s business scope (main business).
- Step 4 : Choose an agent (secretary company)
Choose an agent (secretary company) to submit the application to the UK registry for you, and obtain the license and company documents.
VI.Services provided by agents (secretary companies)
- Most secretarial companies can provide you with professional expert advice and assistance to register your company and provide:

- Guidance on the type of company that best suits your needs.
- Assistance with naming your company, including those that require licensing.
- Ongoing company secretarial support.
- Registered Office Address Services.
- Help with setting up business bank accounts.
- Guidance on the type of company that best suits your needs.
- Assistance with naming your company, including those that require licensing.
- Ongoing company secretarial support.
- Registered Office Address Services.
- Help with setting up business bank accounts.
VII.Follow-up maintenance of UK companies: Is annual review required? What are the requirements for annual review?
- All UK companies, whether trading or not, are required to submit annual accounts and confirmation statements, including dormant companies.
- Every year (at least every 12 months) UK companies need to submit an Annual Return to Company House (“CH”). The annual audit report must be submitted within 28 days from the company’s anniversary date.
- What are the documents required for the annual review of a UK company?
- Proof of company registration.
- Scanned copies of ID cards of shareholders and directors.
- Company business registration certificate.
- The articles of association of a UK company.
- If the company has changed shareholders, increased capital, etc., it is also necessary to provide relevant documents.
- Registering a UK company must note that CH reserves the legal right to pursue the person in charge of the UK company registration who does not submit an annual review, and the violation is criminal law.
- Generally speaking, qualified small companies are entitled to audit exemption, but if the small company belongs to the categories of listed companies, group subsidiaries, banks, insurance, etc., they are not exempt from audit exemption.
UK company Set up:FAQ
Q1. Does registering a UK company require setting up a physical office in the UK?
- To register a company, you must provide a legal address, but it is not required to set up a physical office.
Q2. What are the requirements for opening a UK company bank account?
- Bank account opening usually requires a registration certificate, company business plan, etc. Inter Area provides the most professional and complete services to assist customers in opening corporate accounts in the UK.
UK company Set up:FAQ
A:To register a company, you must provide a legal address, but it is not required to set up a physical office.
A:Bank account opening usually requires a registration certificate, company business plan, etc. Inter Area provides the most professional and complete services to assist customers in opening corporate accounts in the UK.
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