Post-formation
Your UK Ltd checklist after incorporation
A practical checklist from the certificate to a WorldFirst application, then separate Stripe review and annual filings. Founder includes application support; provider approval is not guaranteed.
Step 1
Save your incorporation documents
Certificate of Incorporation, MEM/ARTS and your CRN — you will need them for banking, Stripe and platforms.
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Step 2
Confirm your registered office
Every Ltd needs a UK address. If banks or platforms need stronger proof, consider Premium Virtual Office (Tenancy).
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Step 3
Prepare the WorldFirst application
After the certificate, prepare company documents, identity, residential-address proof and a clear activity description. Founder includes WorldFirst application support, but the provider independently decides eligibility and approval. Starter does not include this support, and Stripe is a separate application.
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Step 4
Apply to Stripe (if you need it)
After banking: match company name, address, bank and website. No VPN. See the full Stripe path.
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Step 5
Register for Corporation Tax when due
Usually within 3 months of starting real trading. We can help with registration as a standalone service.
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Step 6
Watch the VAT threshold
Register for VAT when needed (around £90,000 UK turnover or per your model). Registration is a standalone Eteform service.
Step 7
Start simple bookkeeping
Keep every invoice and transfer from day one. Even a dormant company has annual filing duties.
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Step 8
Diary annual compliance dates
Annual CS01 plus accounts (dormant or active). Use compliance services so you are not surprised by penalties or strike-off.
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