Register an Overseas Entity and Its Beneficial Owners
- AAT certified tax advisor
- HMRC-approved ROE agent
- Government filing fee included
Who This Overseas Entity Registration Service Is For
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Overseas companies purchasing UK property - Foreign businesses that already own UK land or real estate
- Property investment companies with international shareholders
- Companies needing to identify and verify beneficial owners
- Businesses requiring an Overseas Entity ID before a property transaction
What is Included in Our Overseas Entity Registration Service
Our fixed-fee service covers everything required to register your overseas company with Companies House and obtain your Overseas Entity ID, allowing you to buy, own, or sell UK property with confidence.
Our service includes:
- Client onboarding and compliance checks
- Expert advice to identify the registrable beneficial owner(s)
- Verification of the overseas entity's information
- Verification of up to two beneficial owners or managing officers
- Preparation and submission of the Register of Overseas Entities application
- Registration with Companies House
- Obtaining your Overseas Entity ID
- Communication with Companies House
- Government filing fee included in our fixed price
What We will Need to Get Started
To prepare your application, we will ask you for a few key documents. Once received, we will review everything and guide you through any additional requirements.
- Company Incorporation Certificate
- Company name, registration number, and registered address
- List of Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs)
- Passport or ID and proof of address for each beneficial owner
- Company ownership structure (diagram or written explanation)
- Shareholding structure (cap table)
- Expected completion date or UK property transaction deadline (if applicable)
We believe in transparent pricing. Our fixed-fee service includes everything required to register your overseas entity with Companies House, verify the required information, and obtain your Overseas Entity ID.
Overseas Entity Registration
£1,700 + VAT(where applicable)
Included in the fee:
- Government filing fee
- Client onboarding
- Beneficial owner assessment
- Verification of the overseas entity
- Verification of up to two beneficial owners or managing officers
- Companies House registration
- Overseas Entity ID
- Liaising with Companies House until completion
Annual Update Statement
Once your overseas entity is registered, UK law requires you to submit an Annual Update Statement to Companies House every year, even if your company details have not changed.
We can prepare and file your annual update, ensuring your Overseas Entity remains compliant and avoiding unnecessary penalties or restrictions.
Annual Update Service
£850 + VAT (where applicable)
Our annual service includes:
- Review of your Overseas Entity record
- Verification of any changes to beneficial owners or managing officers
- Preparation and submission of the Annual Update Statement
- Communication with Companies House if required
- Confirmation once your filing has been successfully completed
- Q:What is the Register of Overseas Entities?A:The Register of Overseas Entities (ROE) is a register maintained by Companies House. Most overseas companies that own, buy, sell, or transfer UK property must register and disclose their beneficial owners or managing officers before they can complete certain property transactions.
- Q:Who needs to register an overseas entity?A:Registration is generally required for overseas companies that own UK land or property, or intend to purchase property in the UK. If you are unsure whether your company must register, we will review your circumstances.
- Q:What is an Overseas Entity ID?A:An Overseas Entity ID is the unique identification number issued by Companies House once your registration has been approved. This ID is required for many UK property transactions involving overseas entities.
- Q:What documents are required for registration?A:To prepare your application, we will usually need:
- Company Incorporation Certificate
- Company name, registration number, and registered address
- List of Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs)
- ID and proof of address for each beneficial owner
- Company ownership structure
- Shareholding structure (cap table)
- Q:How long does the registration process take?A:The timeframe depends on the complexity of your ownership structure and how quickly we receive your documents. If you have an upcoming property transaction, let us know your deadline and we will prioritise the registration where possible.
- Q:Is the government filing fee included?A:Yes. Our fixed registration fee of £1,700 + VAT (where applicable) includes the Companies House filing fee, so there are no hidden government charges.
- Q:What happens after my overseas entity is registered?A:Once registered, Companies House issues your Overseas Entity ID. You must also file an Annual Update Statement every year to keep your registration active, even if nothing has changed.
- Q:What is the Annual Update Statement?A:The Annual Update Statement confirms whether your overseas entity's information and beneficial ownership details remain accurate. Failure to submit the update on time may result in penalties and restrictions affecting UK property transactions.
- Q:Can Persona Finance file my Annual Update Statement?A:Yes. We offer a fixed-fee annual update service for £850 + VAT (where applicable), ensuring your overseas entity remains compliant with Companies House requirements.
Complete the form below and our team will review your enquiry. We will confirm the information required, answer any questions, and guide you through the next steps towards obtaining your Overseas Entity ID or filing an annual update statement.