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November 4, 2025🏢 Companies House Fee Increases from 1 February 2026 — Full Breakdown
If you own a UK company, brace yourself — Companies House fees are changing again from 1 February 2026.
These new rates affect everything from incorporations and confirmation statements to strike-offs and share capital reductions.
At Taxes Done Right Ltd, we’ve compiled the complete list so you know exactly what to expect (and can budget properly before that February deadline).
💼 Company Incorporation & Registration Fees
| Transaction | Channel | New Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Incorporation | Digital | £100 |
| Incorporation (same day) | Software | £156 |
| Incorporation | Software | £100 |
| Incorporation | Paper | £124 |
| Registration under s1040 (Part 33 Chapter 1) CA06 | Paper | £124 |
| Re-registration of a company under Part 7 CA06 | Paper | £124 |
| Re-registration of a company under section 651 CA06 | Paper | £124 |
| Re-registration of a company under section 665 CA06 | Paper | £124 |
| Confirmation statement | Digital | £50 |
| Confirmation statement | Software | £50 |
| Confirmation statement | Paper | £110 |
| Change of name (same day) | Digital | £85 |
| Registration of a charge | Digital | £14 |
| Voluntary strike off | Paper | £18 |
| Voluntary strike off | Digital | £13 |
| Reduction of share capital under s644 CA06 (same day) | Digital (upload service) | £89 |
| Reduction of share capital under s644 CA06 | Paper | £20 |
| Reduction of share capital under s644 CA06 | Digital (upload service) | £20 |
| Reduction of share capital under s649 CA06 (same day) | Digital (upload service) | £89 |
| Reduction of share capital under s649 CA06 | Paper | £20 |
| Reduction of share capital under s649 CA06 | Digital (upload service) | £20 |
| Administrative restoration | Paper | £341 |
| Application to make an address unavailable for public inspection | Paper | £34 |
⚖️ What This Means for You
- Incorporation costs are doubling for most digital filings — from £50 to £100.
- Annual confirmation statements now cost £50 digitally (or £110 on paper).
- Strike-off applications are slightly higher but still modest: £13 digital / £18 paper.
- Same-day services such as name changes or capital reductions have become notably more expensive — up to £89.
- Administrative restorations are now a chunky £341, so it’s worth avoiding late or missed filings.
Visit companies house for fee increase on other services.
💡 Why the Increases?
Companies House say the rises reflect:
- Modernisation costs for new identity verification systems (part of the Economic Crime & Corporate Transparency Act 2023).
- Inflationary pressures after decades of static fees.
- The push to make digital filing the default — paper filings now carry significantly higher costs.
📈 What to Do Before February 2026
✅ Plan early — if you’re forming new SPVs or companies, consider completing them before February 2026.
✅ Go digital wherever possible — it’s faster and cheaper.
✅ Review your annual filing calendar — ensure confirmation statements and strike-offs are timed efficiently.
✅ Speak to us — we can manage your filings and advise on the most cost-effective options for multiple entities.
💬 Final Thoughts
These changes might look like small jumps, but they’ll add up quickly for landlords and business owners with multiple companies.
At Taxes Done Right Ltd, we’ll make sure you stay compliant, cost-efficient, and ahead of every Companies House change.
For personalised support, fee breakdowns, or incorporation help — get in touch 👇
📞 0161 710 1901
📧 Tax@TaxesDoneRight.co.uk
🌐 www.TaxesDoneRight.co.uk
