What’s the difference between a registered office and a virtual office?
A virtual office is an extension of a registered office. A registered office allows you to use your address for official activities like registering with HMRC and Companies House only. A virtual office is a portal for this and other business correspondence like customer mail and registration with non-government organisations.
What happens after I purchase your registered office service?
Once you’ve finished your registration process, you will receive a welcome email confirming your new address. Upon receipt, you are free to start using your new address for business activities and Companies House registration.
Can I use a residential address for business?
If you're running a business in the UK, you'll need a registered business address. This address will be listed on your company's website and other marketing materials, and it’s where clients and customers will send correspondence. You can use a residential address for your business, but there are a few things to keep in mind:
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Using a residential address may give the impression that your business is small or unprofessional.
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You may start to receive a lot of junk mail at your home address if you use it for your business.
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Your local council may charge you extra if you use a residential address for business purposes.
If you decide to use a residential address for your business, ensure you're aware of the potential drawbacks.
How does your mail forwarding service work?
When we receive your official correspondence through our service office in London, it will be scanned and emailed to you directly. All information is held on secure servers with complete confidentiality.
Why do I need a registered office address?
If you're setting up a company in the UK, one of the things you need to do is appoint a registered office address. This is your company’s official address and where all official correspondence will be sent. It's also the address listed on public records, such as Companies House.
There are a few reasons why you might need a registered office address. First, it gives your company a physical presence in the UK. Second, it ensures that correspondence from HMRC and Companies House can't be ignored or go missing. And third, it provides a place for creditors to send formal notices or demands for payment.
Do I need to provide ID to register an office address with you?
In accordance with anti-money laundering regulations, we require a valid photo ID and proof of address. Your address does not have to be in the UK. We will send you a list of accepted documentation for proof of identity.
Can I change my official address now or later?
If you currently have an LTD but want to change your address to a Mint Formations registered office address, we’ll help you get set up. If you plan on opening up an official business address later down the line, a Mint Formations registered office address can be used now and changed later when you have your new address.
Can I have parcels and post sent to my registered office address?
No. Our registered office address service only allows for official documents to be submitted to your address. These include HMRC and Companies House correspondence. If you would like to use a registered address to submit non-official posts or parcels, you’ll need to upgrade to our
virtual office address service
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