Difference between address services
The difference between the registered office, service address and business address
Company Addresses
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Registered Office |
Service Address |
Business Address |
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What is the purpose of this address? |
The official company address for receiving government mail |
The official address for a company officer1 to receive government mail |
The address where all general business mail will be received |
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Do I need this address to set up a limited company or LLP? |
✔️ |
✔️ |
❌ |
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Is this address displayed on public record at Companies House? |
✔️ |
✔️ |
❌ |
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What type of mail is sent to this address? |
Official UK government and court mail sent to the company |
Official UK government and court mail sent to a company officer |
General business mail (from banks. suppliers, customers, etc.) |
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Do I have to display this address on my website and stationery? |
✔️ |
✔️ |
It is not a legal requirement, however, in practice YES2 |
1. Company Officer: This can be a director, company secretary or a shareholder who is also a person with significant control (PSC).
2. Business Address Service: No law requires showing a business address on your website or stationery, but it's good practice to share your location.
Our Address Services
Registered Office
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Service Address
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Business Address
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Why would I want to purchase this address service? |
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How is mail forwarded to me? |
Scan and email |
Scan and email |
Scan and email |
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Does the forwarding of mail incur an additional charge? |
❌ |
❌ |
✔️4 |
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Can I buy this service without purchasing a formation package? |
✔️ |
✔️ |
✔️ |
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How much does this address service cost? |
£39.00 per year |
£26.00 per year |
£96.00 per year |
3. Business Address Service: Any mail of value, such as bank cards, will be forwarded by post to the forwarding address provided.
4. Business Address Service: Scanning and emailing mail costs £0.50 per letter. Postal forwarding is charged at Royal Mail rates plus a 15% handling fee.