To submit identity verifications (IDV) to Companies House on behalf of your clients, your firm must register as an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP).
👉 How to register as a Companies House authorised agent
While you can still complete ID verifications without registering, you must be an ACSP in order to declare these verifications with Companies House. Registering provides your firm with access to the Companies House ACSP portal, where you can manage and submit identity verification data directly.
Currently, ACSP registration is not mandatory if your firm chooses not to complete ID verifications on behalf of your clients. However, it is expected that future requirements will make ACSP registration necessary, for example, to allow you to submit confirmation statements.
Companies House provides detailed guidance on the registration process in their official documentation and webinar. We recommend reviewing both before starting your application.
📺 Webinar: How to register as an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP) — jump to 16:30 in the video for step-by-step instructions.
Once registered, your firm will be able to:
Submit identity verifications directly to Companies House.
Ensure compliance with upcoming IDV requirements.
Access and use the Companies House ACSP portal for ongoing client management.
