Certificate of Good Standing Service

STANDARD SERVICE

£ 89.99

EXPRESS SERVICE

£ 139.99

Secure an official Certificate of Good Standing for your UK company, issued directly by Companies House.

What Is a Certificate of Good Standing?

A Certificate of Good Standing is an official document issued by Companies House that verifies a company’s legal existence and confirms that it is compliant with all statutory requirements in the UK. The certificate affirms that the company is fully incorporated, has filed its required annual accounts and confirmation statements, and is not in the process of being dissolved or removed from the register.

This certificate is frequently required when conducting international business, opening overseas bank accounts, securing foreign investment, or engaging with suppliers, lenders, and other institutions as part of their due diligence processes.

Why Use Our Service?

Dragonfly Associates provides a fully managed, efficient service for companies needing a Certificate of Good Standing. Whether you need a standard 10-day turnaround or an express 24-hour delivery, we handle the entire process with accuracy and speed.

Why Use Our Service?

  • Ordering of your official Certificate of Good Standing from Companies House
  • Optional inclusion of specific details (e.g. directors, company objects)
  • Electronic PDF copy delivered by email
  • Original printed certificate dispatched via tracked delivery
  • Choice of Standard or Express service
  • Optional courier delivery available upon request

Turnaround Options

Standard Service – £89.99

  • Certificate issued within 10 working days
  • Digital copy sent via email
  • Printed certificate sent via Royal Mail Special Delivery

Express Service – £139.99

  • Certificate issued within 24 hours
  • Order must be placed before 1:00 PM (Monday–Friday)
  • Same delivery process as Standard Service

Information Included on the Certificate

The Certificate of Good Standing typically includes the following:

  • Company name and registration number
  • Date of incorporation
  • Legislation under which the company was formed (e.g. Companies Act 2006)
  • Jurisdiction of registration (e.g. England and Wales, Scotland)
  • Confirmation of the company’s continued legal existence
  • Statement that no action is being taken to strike off the company
  • Names of directors
  • Company secretary (if applicable)
  • Company objects (if requested)

Note: Shareholder information and share capital are not included as Companies House does not allow them to be shown on the certificate.

How It Works

  1. Choose your preferred service (Standard or Express)
  2. Complete the order form and provide required details
  3. We place the order with Companies House on your behalf
  4. You receive a digital copy by email upon issue
  5. Your original certificate is dispatched to your address securely

Need This Certificate Apostilled?

If your Certificate of Good Standing is intended for use in a country that requires legalisation under the Hague Apostille Convention, be sure to also order our Apostilled Documents Service. We’ll handle the full certification and delivery process.

To order your Certificate of Good Standing, or for advice on which version you need, contact our team at:
info@dragonflyassociates.co.uk
Dragonfly Associates, 16 Stirling Road, Office 2c, London, W3 8DJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for a company to be “in good standing”?

A company is considered to be in good standing if it is fully up to date with its statutory filings and there are no proceedings underway to dissolve or strike off the company. It must also be properly incorporated and legally operating within the United Kingdom.

What information do I need to provide to order a certificate?

To place your order, you’ll need your company name and registration number. You can also request optional additions to the certificate such as director details or company objects. We will also require your delivery address and preferred delivery method (Royal Mail or courier).

How long does it take to receive the certificate?

For the Standard Service, Companies House typically issues the certificate within 10 working days. With the Express Service, it is issued within 24 hours, provided the order is placed before 1:00 PM on a weekday. Once received, we will dispatch the original by post and send the electronic version by email.

How will I receive the certificate?

You will receive a PDF copy of the certificate by email as soon as we receive it from Companies House. The physical certificate will be sent to you via Royal Mail Special Delivery. If preferred, courier delivery is available at an additional cost.

Do I need to apostille the certificate?

Not necessarily. Apostille certification is only required if the recipient of your certificate (such as a foreign bank or government office) requests a legalised version under the Hague Convention. If you are unsure whether this is necessary, we recommend confirming with the requesting party. If required, you can add our Apostilled Documents Service to your order.

When would I typically need a Certificate of Good Standing?

This certificate is most commonly used when doing business internationally. Typical scenarios include opening bank accounts overseas, working with lenders or investment firms, registering branches in other countries, or completing supplier verification processes.

Can I include additional details on the certificate?

Yes. While Companies House provides a standard format, you may request the inclusion of certain optional items such as company objects or names of directors and secretaries. These must be specified at the time of ordering.

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