Companies House Late Confirmation Statement
A Companies House confirmation statement must be filed at least once every year, even when a company has not changed any of its details. Missing the filing deadline can lead to financial penalties, enforcement action and potentially strike-off proceedings.
For UK companies, overseas owners and property businesses, dealing with a late confirmation statement quickly can help prevent further compliance problems.
What Is a Confirmation Statement?
A confirmation statement confirms that the information held by Companies House about a company is accurate and up to date.
Before filing, the company should review information such as:
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Directors and company secretary
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People with Significant Control
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Registered office address
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Shareholder information
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SIC code
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Company details and activities
A confirmation statement is still required when there have been no changes.
What Happens If Your Confirmation Statement Is Late?
If the confirmation statement deadline has passed, the company should file it as soon as possible.
Companies House can impose a financial penalty for failure to file a confirmation statement. The registrar can also take steps to strike the company off the register if the statement remains outstanding.
The current online filing fee for a confirmation statement is £50.
Can You Be Fined for a Late Confirmation Statement?
Yes. Companies House can issue a financial penalty for failing to file a confirmation statement on time.
The penalty system is different from the automatic late filing penalties that apply to annual accounts. Companies House can consider the circumstances and seriousness of the non-compliance when determining a financial penalty.
In some cases, further penalties can be issued while the confirmation statement remains unfiled.
What to Do About a Late Confirmation Statement
If your filing is overdue, take these steps:
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Check the company's Companies House record.
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Confirm the date the statement was due.
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Review the company's information for accuracy.
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Make any required changes to directors, PSCs or other company details.
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File the confirmation statement promptly.
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Pay the applicable filing fee.
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Respond to any Companies House warning or penalty notice.
Do not wait for the company to receive a strike-off notice before taking action.
Can a Late Confirmation Statement Cause Strike-Off?
Yes. Companies House states that a company may be struck off if it fails to file its confirmation statement.
If the registrar believes that the company is no longer operating or is failing to meet its filing obligations, compulsory strike-off proceedings may follow.
Receiving a strike-off notice should be treated as urgent. The company should address the outstanding filing and respond appropriately to the notice.
Late Confirmation Statements for Overseas-Owned Companies
Non-UK residents can own and manage UK companies, but the company must still meet its Companies House obligations.
An overseas owner should therefore maintain a reliable system for monitoring confirmation statement dates, annual accounts, director information and PSC records.
Where an overseas company has a UK establishment, additional Companies House filing obligations may apply.
Professional Help With a Late Confirmation Statement
Fraser Bond can provide practical company administration support where a confirmation statement has been missed.
Support can include reviewing company records, coordinating the confirmation statement, monitoring future filing deadlines, managing registered office arrangements and coordinating with accountants or other professional advisers.
Bring Your Company Records Up to Date
A late confirmation statement should be resolved as quickly as possible. Filing the outstanding statement and addressing any Companies House correspondence can help prevent further penalties and enforcement action.
Fraser Bond supports UK companies, overseas businesses and international property investors with practical corporate administration and compliance coordination.
Why Choose Fraser Bond?
Fraser Bond combines UK company administration with property and international business expertise. This makes its support suitable for businesses that need help resolving late Companies House filings and maintaining their corporate obligations.
