Director Service Address

What Is a Director’s Service Address?

A Director’s Service Address is the official address registered with Companies House and HMRC where a company director, secretary, or key personnel receives statutory correspondence. This address is crucial for all government communications, including notices, legal documents, and official statutory mail.

Unlike a company’s registered office address, which must be a physical location within the UK, a Director’s Service Address can be located anywhere globally, providing directors with greater privacy and flexibility.

Why Do You Need a Director’s Service Address?

Every UK company director is legally obligated to provide a service address at the time of company formation. This service address ensures that statutory letters, legal notices, and other important communications are received promptly.

However, the Director’s Service Address is a public record accessible via Companies House. This means your address can be seen by anyone, which is why many directors choose to use a professional address instead of their personal home address.

Benefits of Using a Director’s Service Address:

• Privacy Protection: Your home address remains confidential and off public records.
• Professional Image: A business address boosts your company’s credibility and reputation.
• Convenience: Receive all statutory mail at a centralised address, which can be forwarded or scanned to you wherever you are.

Director’s Service Address vs. Residential Address

Although you can use your home address as your Director’s Service Address, it will be made publicly available on the Companies House register. For privacy and security reasons, many directors opt for a non-residential address, separating personal and professional affairs. A professional business address not only ensures privacy but also helps maintain a clear distinction between personal and business life.

Who Can Benefit from a Director Service Address?

• Privacy-Conscious Directors: Keep your home address safe from public exposure.
• Startups and SMEs: Establish a professional image with a dedicated business address.
• International Companies: If you’re expanding into the UK, a local address adds credibility and compliance to your business operations.

How Our Director’s Service Address Works

Getting started is quick and easy:

1. Sign Up: Register for our Director’s Service Address on our website and submit your KYC documents.
2. Update Your Details: We’ll notify Companies House of your new service address.
3. Receive Your Mail: We forward all statutory correspondence to your preferred location, or we scan and upload it to your secure client portal for easy access.

Additional Services

Combine your Director’s Service Address with our Registered Office Address to ensure full compliance with all statutory requirements. This dual-service option provides a seamless solution for your company, offering a professional address for both your statutory and correspondence needs.

Who Can Use a Director’s Service Address?

The following individuals are required to provide a service address to Companies House and can use Affotax’s Director’s Service Address:

• Company Directors
• Company Secretaries
• LLP Members
• Shareholders
• Persons with Significant Control (PSCs)

Our service covers all positions at no extra charge, unlike many competitors who charge per position.

Is a Director’s Service Address Mandatory?

Yes, every UK company director must provide a Director’s Service Address at the time of company registration or when appointing a new director. This address is used for official communication from Companies House and HMRC.

Advantages of Using Affotax's Director Service Address

1. Complete Privacy Protection: Keep your home address off public records.
2. Convenient Mail Forwarding: Have your statutory mail forwarded to any location.
3. Professional Address: Use a prestigious London business address to enhance your company’s image.
4. Compliant with Legal Requirements: Ensure you stay compliant with Companies House and HMRC.
5. Transparent Pricing: Enjoy all services, including scanning and forwarding, with no hidden costs.

How to Update Your Director’s Service Address

If you need to change your Director’s Service Address, simply submit the required forms to Companies House (CH01 or CH02, depending on your position) to update your records.

Get Started Today!

Protect your personal privacy, enhance your professional image, and ensure legal compliance with Affotax’s Director’s Service Address. Sign up now to receive your dedicated business address and start managing your official mail with ease.

Contact us for more information or to get started today!