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Companies House Launches Early Identity Verification for Directors & PSCs Ahead of Autumn 2025 Deadline

  • Writer: OpusDatum
    OpusDatum
  • May 15
  • 2 min read
UK Companies House logo with a black lion and unicorn emblem above the text "Companies House" on a white background.

Companies House has announced that directors and people with significant control (PSCs) over companies can now verify their identity ahead of new legal requirements coming into force in autumn 2025. The move is part of ongoing efforts to enhance corporate transparency and reduce economic crime through the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act.


Early Identity Verification Now Available


In preparation for the forthcoming changes, Companies House has opened its identity verification process to eligible individuals who wish to comply early. By verifying your identity now, you will:


  • Receive a unique Companies House personal code, which will act as your official identifier in the Companies House system.

  • Be better prepared for the mandatory connection of verified identities to company records from autumn 2025.

  • Avoid last-minute delays or administrative bottlenecks when the verification requirement becomes compulsory.


Why It Matters


The identity verification scheme aims to strengthen the integrity of the UK business register, ensuring that only legitimate individuals can be recorded as company directors or PSCs. It forms part of wider reforms to tackle fraud, improve trust in UK corporate data, and support fairer economic activity.


What You Need to Do


To verify your identity:


  1. Visit the Companies House website and follow the secure online verification process.

  2. Once verified, safeguard your personal code. This will be required when linking your identity to company filings or when being appointed to new directorships.

  3. Spread awareness within your organisation so all relevant individuals are ready well ahead of the autumn 2025 deadline.


Who Should Act Now


  • Existing company directors

  • People with significant control (PSCs) over UK companies

  • New appointees preparing for future filings


By taking action early, stakeholders can ensure compliance while contributing to the modernisation and security of the UK’s corporate landscape.


For more guidance is available here.

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