As I planned to start a Limited (Ltd) Company in the UK, I wondered if having a physical address in the UK was mandatory. Would a virtual address or a registered office service be enough to meet the legal requirements?

Yes, you need an address in the UK to start a Limited (Ltd) Company. The address serves as the registered office address, which is a legal requirement for any company incorporated in the UK. This address is used by government authorities, such as Companies House and HMRC, for sending statutory communications and official correspondence.
Key Requirements for a Registered Office Address:
- Physical Location: The address must be a physical location in the UK. PO Boxes are not accepted unless accompanied by a full physical address.
- Jurisdiction: The address must be in the jurisdiction where the company is incorporated (England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland).
- Public Record: This address will be publicly visible on the Companies House register, so many business owners opt for professional address services to protect their privacy.
If you don’t have a physical presence in the UK, services like Business Globalizer can provide a registered office address. Using such services ensures compliance with legal requirements while protecting your personal address from public access.
For more detailed information, you can refer to these blogs:
- Registered Office Address in the UK: One-Stop Guide for Entrepreneurs.
- How to Get the Registered Office Address in the UK.
To simplify the process, you can also explore our professional Registered Office Address Service, which provides a legally compliant address tailored to your business needs. Learn more here: Registered Office Address Service.
With Business Globalizer, starting your UK Ltd company is simple, secure, and hassle-free.