Companies House Verification: What’s Changing on 18 November
From 18 November 2025, new identity verification rules come into force at Companies House. This is part of the government’s
September 23, 2025
The Company Shop was established in 1994 and is the leading formation and company registration agent in Northern Ireland, since this date we have formed tens of thousands of companies and helped countless new businesses navigate starting off with advice and registered office services in Belfast.
Established in 1994 The Company Shop is the largest company formation agent in Northern Ireland offering a comprehensive range of Company formations, registered office in Belfast, trademarks and associated business services.
Since our incorporation we have now formed over 22,000 Northern Ireland companies for individual customers and the legal and accountancy professions. If you require a fast, efficient and personal service then we are acknowledged as the leader in local formations.
We also provide a range of comprehensive business services for starting a company – see Company Formations
With over 30 years of experience and thousands of companies formed, we can help you establish your business in Northern Ireland and Great Britain quickly an simply. With expert advice we can recommend the best structure and setup for your new business, letting you focus on what matters. We can also assist with a registered office address, helping even the smallest of companies give a professional image and easing administration if you do not have a local business address.
From 18 November 2025, new identity verification rules come into force at Companies House. This is part of the government’s
The UK has recently implemented significant changes to the requirements for forming a company. These changes aim to increase transparency,
The quantity and variety of records that a limited company must keep to remain compliant with Companies House and HMRC