Tomorrow heralds the start of the mandatory period of ID verification for directors and PSCs of companies (and members of LLPs). It will also not be possible to incorporate a company without all directors having had their identity verified. Do visit our Hub for a detailed breakdown of the various requirements - these largely align with the annual confirmation statement but can present potential pitfalls for PSCs who are not also company directors.
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Mandatory ID verification is here!
From 18 November 2025, identity verification becomes a legal requirement. This date is not a deadline. It marks the start of a 12-month transition period...

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