I'm not from the UK. Can I still form a company?
⚡ Quick Answer: Yes. Non-UK residents can form and manage a UK limited company. There is no residency requirement for directors or shareholders.
What You Need to Know
- No residency requirement — directors and shareholders can be of any nationality and live anywhere
- Registered office required — every UK company needs a registered office in England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland
- A virtual office fulfils this requirement without needing physical premises
How a Virtual Office Helps
- Use our address (66 Paul Street, London EC2A 4NA) as your registered office
- Mail is scanned and available under the Mail tab in your Customer Portal — accessible worldwide
- UK Mail Forwarding available as an add-on for physical post
Common Questions
Do I need to visit the UK to set up?
No. Signup and KYC verification are completed entirely online.
Can I use this address on Companies House?
Yes — it’s a fully valid registered office address.
Do I need a UK bank account?
Not for our service. However, if dealing with UK VAT, HMRC may require a UK bank account for repayments.
Updated on: 28/03/2026