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Gold & jewellery

UK Ltd package for gold and jewellery trading

Gold trading faces heightened banking and compliance scrutiny. Some traders separate international contracting through a UK Ltd — with full disclosure of source and destination, because banks often refuse incomplete files. We file with Companies House via ACSP; we prepare a clear banking file aligned with the bank’s requirements.

Full package£1663

DurationTypically 24–48 working hours for formation after a complete file · addresses for one year where included

UK company formation for gold jewelry trading — Eteform
Gold & jewellery tradingUK company formation for gold jewelry trading — Eteform

UK Ltd formation for Gold & jewellery — what to expect

A UK Private Limited Company (Ltd) is a separate legal entity registered at Companies House. Non-resident founders can form one remotely through structured identity verification support. Eteform handles the filing and checks in 24–48 working hours. Four service packages start from £450; add £30 identity verification and a separate £100 Companies House fee.

After incorporation you receive a CRN and digital documents. Many founders then open Wise Business or Revolut Business, set a London registered office if needed, and prepare for Stripe, Shopify or Amazon using matching company details. Annual duties typically include the Confirmation Statement (CS01), accounts, and Corporation Tax registration with HMRC when trading starts. Dormant companies still have lighter filing duties — they are not a full exemption from Companies House.

UK company formation does not grant UK residency or a visa. Eteform delivers legal, complete execution with a correctly filed, transparent entity and Arabic support from order to certificate, plus a clear file for bank or payment-gateway applications. Compare packages, read the formation guide, or start your order with clear pricing.

See also UK company formation, 2026 cost breakdown, and the full guide.

Why form a UK company for this activity?

  • A company entity for international deals and contracts
  • A clearer framework for partnerships between traders
  • A more organised banking file when documentation is complete
  • Official London address for correspondence and contracts
  • Separation of trading activity from personal accounts

A good fit if…

  • Documented deals with a clear source of funds
  • Cross-border contracting that needs a recognised company party
  • You can evidence invoices, counterparties and trade routes

May not suit you if…

  • Activity without invoices or an unexplained source of funds
  • Expecting a bank account solely because a company was formed
  • You need a UK visa; incorporation does not grant residency

Overview

Gold trading faces heightened banking and compliance scrutiny. Some traders separate international contracting through a UK Ltd — with full disclosure of source and destination, because banks often refuse incomplete files. We file with Companies House via ACSP; we prepare a clear banking file aligned with the bank’s requirements.

What the full package usually covers

Formation remotely, core documents, London address options where included, SIC guidance for this activity, and practical next steps for banking — no fake visa claims; the financial institution decides approval when all requirements are met.

Next steps

  • Compare packages on Packages
  • Start formation via Order formation
  • Prepare passport and proof of address for ACSP checks
  • Keep Corporation Tax and CS01 deadlines on your calendar after the CRN

Full package for this activity

Gold & jewellery — full package

Operators who need a fuller Gold & jewellery setup with stronger banking/compliance guidance

£1663

Service package price for formation + one year of addresses where included. Companies House government fees are paid separately at the rate in force when we file.

Duration: Typically 24–48 working hours for formation after a complete file · addresses for one year where included

Included in detail

  • UK Limited formation at Companies House remotely
  • Digital Certificate of Incorporation and core documents
  • London registered office for one year (where included in this package)
  • Director service address for register privacy for one year (where included)
  • SIC code guidance matched to this activity
  • Business account guidance (Wise Business or Revolut Business or similar, subject to eligibility)
  • Reminder for the first Confirmation Statement deadline
  • Arabic & English support until the CRN is issued
  • Enhanced post-formation guidance for higher-risk or regulated-looking activities

Not included

  • Companies House government filing fees
  • VAT registration (add later if needed)
  • Ongoing monthly bookkeeping or platform management
  • Bank or payment-provider decisions sit outside formation
  • Local licences in your country of operation (arrange with a local adviser)

Documents required

  • Valid passport for each director/shareholder
  • Recent proof of address (utility bill or bank statement)
  • Clear photo for identity checks if required under ACSP verification

Data we need from you

  • Proposed English company name (ideally 2–3 options)
  • Full legal name as on the passport for each director and shareholder
  • Date of birth and nationality
  • Share percentages between shareholders
  • Short description of the Gold & jewellery activity and income sources
  • Current country of residence, email and WhatsApp
  • Residential address for internal records (not published if you use a service address)

Timeline

  1. 1

    Day 0

    We collect data and documents, then review the name and SIC

  2. 2

    Within hours

    ACSP identity verification and file completion

  3. 3

    24–48 working hours

    IN01 filing and issue of the CRN and certificate

  4. 4

    After formation

    Address activation and business-account guidance

FAQ — Gold & jewellery trading

Can non-residents form a UK company for Gold & jewellery?

Yes. Non-residents can be directors and shareholders. Identity is verified remotely, and the registered office must be in the UK.

Does forming a UK company give me a UK visa or residency?

No. Company registration is separate from immigration. Any visa route has its own Home Office rules.

What is included in the Gold & jewellery trading package price?

The listed package covers our formation service and the address elements described on the page. Companies House government fees are separate. Bank or Stripe approval is decided by the provider when all requirements are fully met.

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