From 1 February 2026, Companies House will introduce a new fee structure across a wide range of services. According to the official announcement, these updates are part of an annual review designed to ensure fees accurately reflect the cost of providing services and to support Companies House’s expanding role in corporate transparency and economic crime prevention. [gov.uk]
Why Are the Fees Changing?
Companies House reviews its fees each year to maintain alignment with operational costs, service improvements, and enforcement efforts. The updated fees will support:
- Modernising digital services
- Enhancing the accuracy and integrity of public registers
- Strengthening enforcement, including action against fraudulent companies
- Introducing compulsory identity verification from November 2025 to improve trust in the UK corporate landscape [gov.uk]
These measures are part of wider reforms under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency (ECCT) Act, which gives Companies House more power to query and remove inaccurate information. [gov.uk]
Key Fee Changes from February 2026
Several commonly used filings are affected. Highlights include:
- Incorporation (digital): increasing to £100 [gov.uk]
- Confirmation statement (digital): rising to £50 [gov.uk]
- Voluntary strike‑off (digital): decreasing to £13 [gov.uk]
A full list of updated fees has been published by Companies House, covering digital and paper filings, same‑day services, LLPs, overseas entities, and more. Detailed breakdowns confirm wider changes across incorporation, name changes, restoration procedures, and partnership registrations. [changestou…ign.gov.uk]
What These Changes Mean for Your Business
Whether you’re incorporating a new company, maintaining an existing one, or preparing to wind down, these revised fees may affect your planning and budgeting.
Digital Filing Remains the Most Cost‑Effective Option
Digital submissions continue to offer the lowest fees, with paper transactions costing significantly more. For instance, paper incorporation will rise to £124, compared with £100 for digital. [changestou…ign.gov.uk]
Impact on Company Lifecycle Activities
Businesses can expect changes across:
- New company incorporations
- Confirmation statements
- Name changes
- Strike‑off applications
- Overdue or administrative filings
- LLP and overseas entity registrations
Many fees for overseas entities now require digital-only submissions, with paper accepted only under limited circumstances. [changestou…ign.gov.uk]
Supporting a Safer Business Environment
The increased fees contribute to:
- Funding The Insolvency Service’s enforcement work
- Supporting investigations into company misconduct
- Maintaining reliable, publicly accessible company information
- Strengthening the UK’s defences against economic crime [gov.uk]
Looking Ahead
These fee adjustments are part of a broader effort to create a more transparent, modern, and secure business environment in the UK. Companies House is investing in better technology, more staff, and enhanced enforcement to protect the integrity of the corporate register. By implementing these changes, the organisation aims to provide businesses with greater assurance, reduce fraud, and bolster economic confidence. [companyreg…ions.co.uk]