What Is a Confirmation Statement?
A Confirmation Statement (form CS01) is a snapshot of your company’s key details on the public register. It must be filed at least once every 12 months—even if nothing has changed.
It replaced the Annual Return in 2016 and is a legal requirement for all registered UK companies and LLPs.
What Information Does It Confirm?
Your Confirmation Statement confirms the following:
- Company name and number
- Registered office address
- Directors and their service addresses
- Shareholders and share capital
- Persons with Significant Control (PSC)
- SIC code (business activity classification)
You must update Companies House of any changes to this information either:
- Before submitting the Confirmation Statement, or
- Alongside it, by including the relevant forms (e.g. CH01, SH01, PSC01)
Dragonfly Associates can handle these updates and filings as part of our compliance support services.
When and How to File
You must file a Confirmation Statement:
- At least once every 12 months
- Within 14 days of your “confirmation date” (the anniversary of your incorporation or last statement)
You can file online through Companies House WebFiling or by post. The current filing fee is:
- £13 online
- £40 by paper
We manage the full process electronically for clients enrolled in our annual compliance packages.
What If Nothing Has Changed?
You still need to file a Confirmation Statement, even if all your company details remain the same. You simply confirm that the existing information is accurate—no further action is required.
Failure to file on time may result in penalties or a warning that your company will be struck off. We help prevent this by tracking due dates for clients.
What If There Have Been Changes?
If any company details have changed—such as directors, shareholders, PSCs, or share structure—you must:
- File the appropriate form before or with the CS01
- Ensure your statutory registers are updated
- Provide updated shareholder information where applicable
We assist with these additional filings and maintain your records to ensure full compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I file more than one Confirmation Statement per year?
Yes. You can file multiple times if your company details change—though you only pay the fee once per 12-month period.
What happens if I miss the deadline?
Companies House may initiate strike-off proceedings if your Confirmation Statement is overdue. Penalties and loss of good standing may follow.
Can Dragonfly Associates file on my behalf?
Yes. We file Confirmation Statements and manage due dates as part of our annual compliance and registered office services—subject to agreement.
Stay Compliant, Stay Active
Filing your Confirmation Statement may seem simple, but it’s critical to maintaining your company’s legal status. It’s also an opportunity to review and correct any outdated records.
Dragonfly Associates provides reliable, automated support for CS01 filings, updates to officers and PSCs, and full Companies House recordkeeping—offered under defined service packages.
To ensure your next Confirmation Statement is filed on time and without stress, contact us today.
