Companies House 09613257 · Serving non-residents since 2015|Arabic + English support|Why Eteform →|Identity verification support →
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Remote UK company formation

Eteform.com Ltd (company no. 09613257). Our fees from £450. The Companies House charge (£100) is paid separately. In typical cases your Certificate of Incorporation arrives within 24–48 working hours after a complete file and payment.

  • We prepare and file with the official register until documents are issued
  • ACSP identity checks as a registered agent
  • Arabic follow-through — not an English-only form you are left with

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United Kingdom

UK company services

How we work with you

Remote UK Ltd formation with Arabic and English support. Choose from the six package levels below — addresses, tax and compliance add-ons live on the UK services page.

Four clear levels

Compare what’s included, then start the order. Service fee below; identity verification £30 is required on every plan; Companies House £100 is always separate.

Level 1

Starter

Legal minimum: formation + London Registered Office receiving Companies House & HMRC letters digitally

£450

+ £30 identity verification (required)

+ £100 Companies House fee (separate)

Entry UK Ltd formation with a London Registered Office. For founders who want the legal minimum: formation + statutory address that receives Companies House and

  • UK Ltd formation at Companies House
  • Identity verification — £30 (required)
  • London registered office
Level 3

Business

Active traders needing a full trading address on the website, invoices, plus business-mail sorting

£850

+ £30 identity verification (required)

+ £100 Companies House fee (separate)

For active traders: formation + full Virtual Business Address you can use on your website, invoices and stationery, with business mail sorted digitally and forw

  • UK Ltd formation at Companies House
  • Identity verification — £30 (required)
  • London registered office
  • Director service address (privacy)
  • Full trading address (Virtual Business Address)
Level 4

Premium

Complete UK presence: Virtual Business Plus + UK-based phone answering in your company's name

£1600

+ £30 identity verification (required)

+ £100 Companies House fee (separate)

The all-in package: formation + Virtual Business Address Plus (signed-for parcels) + UK-based phone answering in your company's name (Silver — 60 inbound minute

  • UK Ltd formation at Companies House
  • Identity verification — £30 (required)
  • London registered office
  • Director service address (privacy)
  • Full trading address (Virtual Business Address)
  • UK phone answering in your company's name (Silver)

Companies House registers the company.
We handle the filing with you.

DIY filing covers registration only. With us you get identity checks, Arabic support, and clear USD package pricing.

DIY at Companies House

  • You prepare and file the application yourself.
  • There is no Arabic support on documents.
  • You pay the government fee only.
  • No London address is included.

Eteform

  • We file after identity checks.
  • Support is available in Arabic and English.
  • Packages start from £450 plus a separate official Companies House fee.
  • A London registered address is optional.

What we do with you

Formation gives you a legal entity and official documents — then we prepare your banking and Stripe file and support you through submission.

What we do

  • We prepare and file with the official register until documents are issued
  • ACSP identity checks as a registered agent
  • Arabic follow-through — not an English-only form you are left with
  • Banking and Stripe file prep with support through submission

Why founders across the Arab world choose Eteform

The difference is not a slogan — it is a file filed in the name of a registered ACSP agent, with Arabic guidance on post-formation steps before you pay.

A company you can look up

Our Companies House number is public. We file after identity checks.

Support for non-residents

We work every day with founders in the Gulf, Egypt, and the diaspora. We also follow up on WhatsApp when needed.

Price known in advance

Service fees start from £450. The official Companies House fee is listed separately in GBP.

Help after registration

If you need an annual filing or tax registration, we explain what is required. Then we handle the parts covered by our service.

UK company formation — four steps

From package choice to Certificate of Incorporation — a clear remote path with an ACSP agent. Full detail in the formation guide.

  1. 1

    Choose a package

    Packages from £450. Add a London address or extras only if you need them — the Companies House fee is always separate.

  2. 2

    Company details and ID

    English name, SIC activity, and directors. We verify identity to ACSP rules before filing.

  3. 3

    Pay and open the file

    Card, Apple Pay, or PayPal. After payment we review the file and prepare the IN01 for Companies House.

  4. 4

    Receive your certificate

    Typically within 24–48 working hours once the file is complete. Documents land in your client area and inbox.

After the certificate

Banks and payments after formation

After your CRN and Certificate of Incorporation are issued, many founders look for a UK business bank account as a non-resident or connect Stripe — we outline common options and what files usually ask for.

  • Wise BusinessMulti-currency account — popular for remote founders and small stores
  • Revolut BusinessCards and transfers — suited to small teams and e-commerce
  • HSBCTraditional bank — may require a fuller file or branch visit
  • BarclaysClassic UK banking relationship for companies that need it
  • StarlingUK digital bank — application usually via app

What banks and Stripe usually ask for

  • Certificate of Incorporation and CRN from Companies House
  • Activity description that matches your registered SIC code
  • Website or clear activity page for stores and SaaS
  • Director ID and proof of address — per bank or platform policy

Quick questions

Short answers — detail on service pages and the full FAQ.

Can I form without travelling?
Yes. Identity checks and filing are fully remote through a registered ACSP agent. You do not need to visit the UK or US.
What is the total cost?
Fees from £450 plus a separate Companies House charge (~£100). Full breakdown on the cost and packages pages.
Does formation guarantee a bank or STRIPE?
No. Formation gives you a legal entity and documents — approval is the bank’s or platform’s decision.
Where is the full UK formation detail?
See the UK company formation page for the full process. Country guides are available if you need local context.

Want to start company registration?

Submit the order. We review the name and details. Then we file the application and follow up until your Certificate of Incorporation arrives.

From £450 plus the official Companies House fee. Typically 24–48 hours. Arabic support included.