Post: Changing Your Registered Office Address: What to Know

What Is a Registered Office Address?

The registered office address is:

• The official location of your company as recorded at Companies House
• Where legal documents and notices are delivered
• Publicly visible on the Companies House register
• Required by law for all UK companies and LLPs

It must be a real UK address (not a PO box) and be located in the same part of the UK where your company was incorporated (England & Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland).

When Should You Change It?

You may want to update your registered office if:

• You move physical offices
• You no longer wish to use your home address
• You appoint a new address service provider
• You restructure your company administration

Dragonfly Associates offers registered office services and helps clients update their details where applicable.

How to Change Your Registered Office

Changing the registered office is simple if you follow the correct steps:

1. Decide on your new address
2. Ensure it meets legal requirements (real UK address, same jurisdiction)
3. Obtain board approval (if necessary)
4. File the change with Companies House using form AD01

Once accepted, Companies House updates your public record.
We handle AD01 filings on behalf of clients under our compliance and registered office service plans.

What Else Needs Updating?

After changing your registered office, you should also:

• Update your company website and email footers
• Inform HMRC and other regulatory bodies
• Update bank records and insurance providers
• Notify your accountant or solicitor

We provide a checklist to ensure all affected parties are informed after the address change.

Using a Registered Office Service

Many directors prefer not to use their home address as the registered office. Instead, they use a commercial address or provider for:

• Privacy (your home address remains private)
• Professional image (e.g. central London location)
• Reliable mail handling and forwarding

Dragonfly Associates offers registered office services to eligible clients under agreement, including secure mail scanning or forwarding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Keep Your Company Records Up to Date

Keeping your registered office current ensures your company remains compliant and receives official correspondence promptly. Whether you’re relocating or seeking more privacy, the process is straightforward with expert support.