Registering a company in the UK is a straightforward process. However, sometimes applications are rejected by the UK Registrar (if you are forming through our website, there is no charge to resubmit a company for incorporation). Here are some common reasons why your company may be rejected:
Company Name:
There are certain rules and requirements concerned when registering a company name:
- Sensitive Words – If your company name contains what the registry consider ‘sensitive words’ (for example Bank, Court, Institute) you must supply a supporting document confirming you have permission to use the word. The name also cannot suggest any connection to His Majesty’s Government or local authorities. We have a page detailing all of the registry’s requirements for specific sensitive words – please see here.
- Offensive – The registrar will not accept a company name should it include any rude or offensive words in any shape or form.
- Similar Names – The proposed company name cannot be the same or too like one that is already on the UK Register. You can check the availability of a company name before you begin your incorporation application.
Residential Address:
Another common rejection we often see is where an officer’s proposed Residential Address is a business premise. The UK Registrar will not accept an officer’s residential address if they believe it is a business premise or believe the officer does not reside there. In certain cases, there may be a mismatch on the address where we can appeal the registry’s decision by providing them with a proof-of-address document confirming the officer does in fact reside there.
S243 Exemption:
The S243 Exemption discloses the Director’s information from being shared due to their nature of business. This is in place to protect the safety of the company officer (and those they live with). Within our online order form is a ‘Confidentiality Address’ option, which is sometimes mistakenly selected. If the officer does not have permission to have their information disclosed, then the company will be returned rejected if this option is selected. If you do not have permission from the UK Registrar to tick this box, we please ask that you refrain from selecting it.
If you have any questions regarding UK Company Rejections, please do not hesitate to contact one of our UK Specialists who are experienced with all areas of company rejections.
