What to Do After You Register Your UK Company: The Complete Post-Incorporation Checklist
Registering your UK company is just the first step. To stay compliant and operational, there are several key actions you need to take immediately after incorporation.
1. Register for Corporation Tax
You must register your company with HMRC for Corporation Tax within 3 months of starting business activity.
2. Set Up a Business Bank Account
Choose a UK business banking solution that supports international transactions such as Revolut, Tide, or Airwallex. Your company name must match your incorporation documents.
3. Register for VAT (if applicable)
If your annual turnover exceeds £90,000, VAT registration is mandatory. However, international sellers often register voluntarily to claim VAT refunds and trade more efficiently.
4. Get a Professional Business Address
A registered address is public, but you can also add a trading or correspondence address for privacy and credibility.
5. Set Up Accounting and Bookkeeping
Keep all business transactions recorded and aligned with HMRC standards. Cloud accounting tools like Xero, QuickBooks, and Zoho Books are ideal.
6. File Confirmation Statements and Annual Accounts
Every UK company must file:
- A Confirmation Statement (CS01) every year.
- Annual Accounts with Companies House.
Failure to do so can result in fines or company strike-off.
7. Protect Your Brand
Register your trademark and domain to protect your intellectual property.
8. Plan for Growth
Once your business is compliant, focus on digital marketing, marketplace expansion, and banking integrations to scale efficiently.
Final Thoughts
Forming a UK company is only the beginning managing it correctly is where real success begins. At Startitup Global, we don’t just register your company we help you run it effectively, stay compliant, and grow sustainably.
