“Good standing” means your company’s statutory obligations are fully up to date: annual accounts and confirmation statements are filed on time, key registers (members, directors, PSC) are accurate, your registered office is valid, and HMRC registrations, returns, and payments are in order. Falling behind can lead to fines, strike-off action, and declined banking or contract requests.
We take a preventative approach. Our team monitors deadlines, keeps your statutory records current, files quickly, and advises directors on the changes that must be reported. For transactions that require it, we’ll also arrange a Certificate of Good Standing from Companies House once eligibility is met.
Why Choose Accusolve for Maintaining Good Standing?
AAT AML-supervised experts dedicated to your ongoing compliance:
- Proactive deadline monitoring & reminders for all filings
- Fast preparation & submission of accounts, statements, and updates
- Accurate statutory registers (members, directors, PSC)
- Guidance for UK and non-UK directors on reporting requirements
- Support to obtain a Certificate of Good Standing when required
Our Maintaining Good Standing Service Includes:
Certificate of Good Standing — What to Know
A Certificate of Good Standing confirms that your company exists and has met its filing obligations. It’s commonly requested by banks, payment providers, and overseas authorities. We’ll check eligibility, bring filings up to date if needed, and request the certificate for you:
- Eligibility review and Companies House request management
- Option to include company particulars (e.g., directors) if required
- End-to-end coordination so you receive official confirmation promptly
Maintaining Good Standing FAQ's
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What does “good standing” mean for a UK company?
It means your company is active and compliant: filings (accounts, confirmation statements) are on time, statutory registers are accurate, a valid registered office is in place, and HMRC returns and payments are up to date.
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What is a Certificate of Good Standing and when is it needed?
It’s an official Companies House document confirming your company’s continued existence and compliance. Banks, payment processors, or overseas authorities may request it when opening accounts, expanding abroad, or completing due diligence.
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What causes a company to fall out of good standing?
Common issues include late or missing accounts/confirmation statements, an invalid registered office, inaccurate PSC or member records, failing to notify changes to directors, or overdue HMRC returns and payments.
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Can you help non-UK directors maintain good standing?
Yes. We routinely support overseas owners with Companies House filings, HMRC registrations, and ongoing compliance, including guidance on what changes must be reported and when.
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How do I regain good standing if my filings are overdue?
We’ll review your position, prepare and submit overdue accounts and statements, update statutory registers, and align HMRC filings. If the company has been struck off, we can assist with restoration and bringing records up to date.
