Change Your Company Name - £29.99 Including Companies House Fee

£29.99

We handle the company name change process for £29.99, including the Companies House filing fee. We file the NM01 form and your new Certificate of Incorporation is issued by Companies House.

We can change the name of your company to another name, of your choice, provided the new name is available.

This requires a submission to be made to Companies House and a payment of their fee (included). Please note that a new certificate of incorporation will be made available but it will show the previous name as well as the new name.

Before we can do this, we need to verify that the person submitting this form is a director of the company.

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Company Name Change Service

Discover how to change your company name, the rules and restrictions to check, and what happens after approval.

How to Change a Company Name

To change your company name, the shareholders must pass a special resolution with at least 75% of votes in favour. This resolution, along with form NM01, is then filed with Companies House. We handle the filing on your behalf.

Before applying, check that your proposed new name is available using the Companies House name checker. The name must not be the same as, or too similar to, any existing registered company name.

Once approved, Companies House issues a new Certificate of Incorporation with the updated name. Your company number remains the same. The change typically takes 1-2 working days when filed electronically.

Company Name Restrictions

Companies House has rules about what you can call your company. The name cannot be identical to or too similar to an existing name on the register. Certain sensitive words like Royal, British, Authority, Chartered, and Council require permission from the relevant body before use. The name cannot be offensive, and private limited companies must end their name with Limited or Ltd.

If another company already has a very similar name and objects, Companies House may direct you to change it again. Check the register carefully before applying to avoid wasted time and fees.

What Happens After the Name Change

Companies House will issue a new Certificate of Incorporation showing the updated name. Your company number does not change, and the previous name remains visible on the register for 20 years.

After the name change, you will need to update HMRC, your bank, insurance providers, contracts, invoices, stationery, and your website. If you have a registered trademark under the old name, consider whether you need to file a new application. Your domain name may also need updating.

Company Name Change FAQ

Quick answers about changing your company name.

Our company name change service costs £29.99, which includes the Companies House filing fee.
Your new company name must be available. You can check availability before submitting your request. Once your new name is registered, your sole right to use that company name is protected in law.
Only a director of the company can authorise a name change. We will verify that the person submitting the request is a registered director before proceeding. If you need to add a new director before making this change, we can help with that too.
Yes, Companies House will issue a new certificate of incorporation. This certificate will show both your previous company name and your new name.
Changing your company name after registration can complicate matters, so it is worth being certain before you proceed. You will also need to update your business stationery, bank accounts, and any registrations with HMRC. If you use our registered office address service, we can continue to receive official correspondence on behalf of your renamed company.
When filed electronically, the change is usually processed by Companies House within 1-2 working days.
No. Your company number stays the same. Only the name on the register changes.
You need a special resolution passed by at least 75% of shareholders and the completed NM01 form. We handle the filing.