ACSP Verification Service Overseas Director

Professional Companies House Identity Verification for Non-UK Resident Directors

An ACSP verification service overseas director allows a non-UK resident company director to complete Companies House identity verification through an Authorised Corporate Service Provider rather than completing the process directly.

This is particularly useful for international entrepreneurs, overseas investors and directors of UK companies who live outside Britain and need professional assistance with Companies House compliance.

What Is an ACSP Verification Service?

An Authorised Corporate Service Provider, or ACSP, is a Companies House authorised agent that can verify the identity of clients on behalf of Companies House.

ACSPs must be supervised by an appropriate UK Anti-Money Laundering body. They can include qualifying accountants, solicitors and company formation professionals.

An overseas director can appoint an ACSP to carry out the required identity checks and report successful verification to Companies House.

Can an Overseas Director Use an ACSP?

Yes. A director does not need to be UK resident to use an ACSP for Companies House identity verification.

The service can be particularly useful for directors who:

• Live outside the UK

• Own or manage a UK company

• Have recently been appointed as a director

• Need to complete Companies House verification

• Prefer professional assistance

• Have difficulty using the direct verification route

• Require remote verification support

The ACSP will explain which identity evidence is acceptable and how the verification will be completed.

How Overseas Director Verification Works

The process generally involves providing the ACSP with required personal information and acceptable evidence of identity.

The ACSP must follow the Companies House identity verification standard, including checking that the identity document is genuine and belongs to the person claiming the identity.

After the ACSP successfully verifies the director, it tells Companies House that the identity check has been completed. Companies House then sends the director their personal code to the email address provided during verification.

The director can use this personal code to connect their verified identity to the appropriate company records.

UK Companies and Overseas Directors

A UK company can have a director who lives outside the UK. However, the director remains subject to the same Companies Act duties and Companies House requirements as applicable to other directors.

For a new director, identity verification is part of the appointment process. Existing directors must complete verification within the applicable transition arrangements.

For overseas companies with a UK establishment, all company directors must have completed identity verification and have a Companies House personal code. The company must also confirm the directors' verification to Companies House through the applicable process.

Why Use an ACSP?

Using an ACSP can make the process easier for an overseas director who wants professional assistance rather than handling the verification independently.

A professional provider can help with:

• Identity verification coordination

• Companies House compliance

• Director appointment administration

• PSC administration

• UK company formation support

• Registered office services

• Company secretarial support

• Ongoing corporate administration

The ACSP should clearly explain its verification process, fees and whether the service can be completed remotely.

Fraser Bond ACSP Verification Service Overseas Director

Fraser Bond provides professional corporate administration support for UK and international clients requiring Companies House assistance.

Support can include overseas director verification coordination, director appointment administration, registered office services, PSC administration and wider UK company compliance support.

For an overseas director searching for an ACSP verification service, professional assistance can provide a structured way to complete Companies House identity requirements while managing the wider administration of a UK company.