What Is a Confirmation Statement?
The Confirmation Statement (previously called the Annual Return) is a snapshot of your company’s structure and key details. It confirms that the information held by Companies House is accurate and up to date.
You must file a Confirmation Statement at least once every 12 months, even if there have been no changes to your company during that time.
What Information Does It Contain?
The Confirmation Statement includes:
- Registered office address
- Directors and secretary details
- Shareholders and share structure
- People with Significant Control (PSC)
- SIC code (nature of business)
If there have been any changes to this information, you must update it before—or at the same time as—filing your Confirmation Statement.
When Must It Be Filed?
You must submit your Confirmation Statement:
- Within 14 days of the “confirmation date” (usually the anniversary of incorporation)
- Once every 12 months (you can file more frequently if needed)
There is a £13 fee to file online (or £40 by post). Late filings may result in warnings or strike-off proceedings from Companies House.
Dragonfly Associates monitors filing deadlines and provides proactive reminders as part of our compliance services, depending on your selected plan.
What Happens If You Don’t File?
Failure to file the Confirmation Statement can result in:
- Loss of your company’s good standing
- Formal warnings or penalties
- Strike-off from the Companies House register
- Legal issues for directors
In most cases, missing the filing deadline is avoidable with proper calendar tracking or automated reminders.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Forgetting to update SIC codes when business activity changes
- Not reporting changes in shareholders or share structure
- Failing to add new directors or PSCs
- Using incorrect or outdated addresses
Dragonfly Associates offers assistance with preparing and submitting Confirmation Statements for clients who require ongoing compliance support.
How Dragonfly Associates Can Help
For clients under active compliance support agreements, we:
- Track your company’s confirmation date
- Review your company data for accuracy
- Prepare and submit the Confirmation Statement electronically
- Advise on any changes or issues we detect
This ensures your records are not only correct, but also protected from oversight or inconsistency. Service availability is based on your selected compliance plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Confirmation Statement the same as a tax return?
No. It’s a Companies House filing that confirms your company’s structure—not a financial or tax document.
Do dormant companies need to file a Confirmation Statement?
Yes. All registered companies—including dormant ones—must submit it annually.
Can I file it myself?
Yes, but many business owners choose to delegate this to a trusted provider like Dragonfly Associates to ensure accuracy and avoid missed deadlines.
Keep Your Company Compliant
The Confirmation Statement may seem administrative, but it plays a key role in your company’s legal standing. It keeps your public record up to date, protects your directors, and helps ensure smooth relationships with banks, investors, and regulators.
Let Dragonfly Associates help you manage it—with the professionalism, accuracy, and clarity your business deserves.
To learn more or include Confirmation Statement filings in your compliance support package, contact us today.
