Companies House Fee Changes 2026: What New Rates Mean for Your UK Company Registration
Companies House Fees Doubled from 1 February 2026
If you’re considering registering a UK limited company (LTD) in 2026, you need to know: Companies House has significantly increased its filing fees as of 1 February 2026. Several key fees have doubled, impacting both new incorporations and ongoing compliance for existing companies.
At Semper Paratus Legal House LLP, we help Polish and international entrepreneurs navigate UK company formation. Here’s everything you need to know about the new fee structure and what it means for your business.
Key Fee Changes at a Glance
| Service | Old Fee (until 31 Jan 2026) | New Fee (from 1 Feb 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Company incorporation (digital) | £50 | £100 |
| Company incorporation (paper) | £71 | £142 |
| Confirmation statement (digital) | £34 | £50 |
| Confirmation statement (paper) | £62 | £100 |
| LLP registration (digital) | £50 | £100 |
| Change of company name (digital) | £30 | £80 |
Why Did Companies House Raise Fees?
Companies House has stated that the fee increases are part of its transformation under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act. The additional revenue will fund enhanced identity verification, stronger powers to reject suspicious filings, improved data quality, and digital transformation of filing systems.
What This Means for Polish Entrepreneurs
If you’re a Polish entrepreneur looking to register a UK LTD company, the higher incorporation fee means the total cost of entry has increased. However, the UK remains one of the most business-friendly jurisdictions globally, with no minimum share capital, low corporation tax rates, and simple annual compliance requirements.
How Semper Paratus Can Help
At Semper Paratus Legal House LLP, our company formation packages include the Companies House registration fee. We handle the entire process digitally, ensuring the lowest filing fee (£100) rather than the paper rate (£142). We also provide ongoing compliance support so you never miss a deadline.
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