Change Company Name Service Online

What Is a Change of UK Company Name?

Changing your company name is more than just a new sign on the door; it's an official process that updates your registered name with Companies House.

Whether you're rebranding or reflecting a new direction for your business, this change is crucial. It becomes official only after Companies House approves it, at which point you'll receive a Certificate of Incorporation on Change of Name. At Affotax, we offer a professional and seamless service to handle all the paperwork, ensuring a smooth transition for your business identity.

Why Change Your Company Name?

Companies choose to change their names for various reasons, including:

• Rebranding: To reflect a new vision, mission, or target audience.
• Mergers & Acquisitions: Aligning names after a merger or ownership change.
• Reputation Management: Overcoming past challenges or poor management by starting afresh.
• Market Expansion: Creating a unified brand identity for global or local markets.
• Group Restructuring: Reducing marketing costs by aligning subsidiaries under a single brand.

Whatever the reason, our experts ensure the process is efficient and stress-free.

How Does the UK Company Name Change Process Work?

Changing your company name involves two main steps:

1. Making the Decision: First, the members of your company need to agree on the new name. This usually happens through a special resolution, though sometimes it can be initiated by the directors. If you're changing a UK limited company name, it's important to ensure everyone is on board.
2. Submitting Your Application: Once you have consensus on the new name, you'll need to fill out the application form (NM01) and send it to Companies House. It’s essential to ensure all details are correct because the change won’t be official until Companies House approves it and issues your name change certificate.

What’s Included in Our Service?

Our Company Name Change Service provides end-to-end support, covering all legal and administrative requirements:

• Preparation of Documentation:

1. Drafting and filing the NM01 or NM04 form.
2. Preparing board meeting minutes to document the decision.
3. Drafting the special resolution for shareholder approval.

• Submission to Companies House:

1. Filing documents electronically for fast processing.
2. Ensuring compliance with Companies House naming rules.

• Certificate of Name Change:

1. Issuing the official Certificate of Incorporation on Change of Name after approval.

• Expert Support:

1. Guidance throughout the process to ensure accuracy and compliance.

How Our Service Works

At Affotax, we aim to make your experience as smooth as possible when you decide to change your UK company name:

1. Select Your Service: Start by clicking the 'Buy Now' button on our service page. Fill out a simple form with the details of your company and the new name you want.
2. Checkout and Payment: Complete the checkout process securely. Your payment information is safe with us.
3. Receive Your Documents: Within 1-2 working days, you’ll get the necessary digital documents in your email. These documents will require your signature.
4. Confirm Your Signature: After signing the documents, just let us know via email that they’re ready for submission.
5. We Handle the Submission: Once we receive your confirmation, we’ll electronically submit your name change application (form NM01) to Companies House.
6. Get Your Approval: The approval typically takes around 48 hours. Once your new name is officially recognised, we’ll send you the Certificate of Incorporation on Change of Name via email.

Get Started Today

Rebranding or renaming your company doesn’t have to be stressful. With Affotax, you’ll enjoy a streamlined, reliable service backed by years of expertise. Let us handle the complexities while you focus on what matters—your business.

Contact us today to get started or order your service online now!