Open and run a business in the UK.
The United Kingdom is one of the most reputable holding jurisdictions in the world: common law, a transparent register, and a developed banking sector. We use it for structures that need international recognition and access to British capital.
- Region
- Europe
- Class
- Onshore
- CIT
- 25% (осн., прибыль >£250k) / 19% (≤£50k); маргинальное освобождение между порогами
- VAT
- 20%
- Desk
- London · since 2015
Available registration forms
Banking & operations
- Banking
- Tier-1 banks (Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds, NatWest) are available, but identity-verification requirements are tightening. From 2026, a new identification regime applies through Companies House.
- Operations
- Mandatory identity verification for all PSCs and directors through Companies House takes effect in September 2026. Plan ahead.
- INNOVA desk
- London · since 2015
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Frequently asked questions — business in the UK
The UK offers a common-law legal system, a transparent Companies House public registry, and a network of 130+ double tax treaties. Corporate tax is 25% (small profits relief applies at 19% up to £50,000 profit). INNOVA CG has maintained a London desk since 2015, providing continuity for structuring, compliance, and banking introductions across major clearing banks and FCA-regulated EMIs.
A Private Limited Company (Ltd) can be incorporated via Companies House online in 1–3 working days. An LLP or PLC takes slightly longer due to additional formation documents. Post-incorporation, HMRC registration for Corporation Tax takes up to 10 days, VAT registration 10–30 days, and banking onboarding 2–8 weeks depending on the institution chosen.
Yes. UK company law imposes no nationality or residency restrictions on directors or shareholders of a Private Ltd. A minimum of one director is required. From September 2026, Companies House will mandate identity verification for all directors and Persons with Significant Control (PSCs) under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023.
The main Corporation Tax rate is 25% for profits above £250,000. Small Profits Relief reduces the effective rate to 19% for profits up to £50,000, with marginal relief between the two thresholds. R&D tax credits (RDEC at 20% above-the-line or the SME scheme) can further reduce the net liability for qualifying technology and innovation businesses.
A UK Ltd must file annual accounts and a Confirmation Statement with Companies House, submit a CT600 Corporation Tax return to HMRC within 12 months of the year-end, pay Corporation Tax within 9 months, and maintain a statutory register of members and PSCs. VAT-registered companies must file MTD-compliant returns quarterly. PAYE RTI submissions are required for each payroll run.