What is Companies House identity verification?

Identity verification is a new legal requirement under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023. All company directors and PSCs must verify their identity to receive a Companies House personal code.

How long does verification take?

Most digital verifications are completed within 24 hours. The actual identity check takes just 5-10 minutes.

What documents do I need?

For digital verification, you need a biometric passport or UK driving licence. For video call and in-person verification, a wider range of documents is accepted including national ID cards.

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Companies House identity verification in Ashton-under-Lyne

Verify your identity for Companies House with a Companies House Authorised Agent on your doorstep in Ashton-under-Lyne. Complete it online in minutes, on a video call, or in person at our Oldham Road office in the Tameside area.

Verify online — £39 Not sure what you need?

Same-day digital verification PEP & sanctions screening included In-person option in Ashton-under-Lyne

Our Ashton-under-Lyne office

56 Oldham Road
Ashton-under-Lyne
OL6 7AP

0161 317 8556

Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm

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Our Ashton-under-Lyne office on Oldham Road is convenient for directors across Tameside, with parking nearby and good tram and bus links.

Three ways to verify in Ashton-under-Lyne

Online — £39

Passport or driving licence, on your phone, about 5–10 minutes. Same-day.

Video call

A guided appointment if you'd rather have someone walk you through it.

In person

Face-to-face at our Ashton-under-Lyne office — ideal if you don't have a biometric document.

Areas we cover near Ashton-under-Lyne

We verify directors and PSCs across Ashton-under-Lyne and the surrounding area, including Stalybridge, Droylsden, Denton, Dukinfield, Hyde, Mossley, Oldham and Audenshaw. Online verification is available UK-wide.

Start your verification — £39 See all options & pricing

More ways to verify — whoever you are

However you'd prefer to do it, you're welcome here.

Prefer not to do it online?

We'll send your verification link by email & text, invoice you, and walk you through it.

Request an invoice or get help

Forming a new company?

You're welcome to verify before your company exists — no company number needed. We attach it later.

Verify before incorporation

Identity verification in Ashton-under-Lyne — FAQs

Where do I verify my identity for Companies House in Ashton-under-Lyne?

You can verify online in minutes from anywhere, or in person at our Ashton-under-Lyne office (56 Oldham Road, OL6 7AP). TaxStats ID is a Companies House Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP AP006589).

Do I have to come to the Ashton-under-Lyne office?

No. Most people verify online with a passport or driving licence in about 5–10 minutes. In-person at our Ashton-under-Lyne office and video-call appointments are there if you'd prefer face-to-face or don't have a biometric document.

How much does identity verification cost?

Digital verification is £39, including your PEP and sanctions screening. Video-call and in-person options are available — see our pricing page for the full list. Pay per verification: no subscriptions.

When will I receive my Personal Code?

Once we verify your identity we notify Companies House, who email your unique Personal Code directly to you within a few days. You'll use it for all future filings.

TaxStats ID is a private service, not a government website. We are a Companies House Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP AP006589) and charge a service fee to verify your identity and file on your behalf. You are not required to use us — you can verify directly with Companies House for free via GOV.UK.