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Remote Incorporation · Managed From the USA

Company Incorporation in United Kingdom — 100% Remote From the USA

Register a Private Limited Company (Ltd) in United Kingdom without leaving the United States. LegalKarobar.US handles name reservation, statutory filings with the Companies House, tax registration, and post-incorporation compliance — typical turnaround of 24–48 hours (standard online filing).

✓ Private Limited Company (Ltd) Formation ✓ 1 Shareholder (100% foreign ownership permitted) ✓ Tax ID & Bank Account Support ✓ Ongoing Compliance & Filings
Free Incorporation Consultation

Start Your United Kingdom Company

Step 1 of 2
24–48 hours (standard online filing)
Typical Formation Time
100%
Remote Process
1
Min. Director(s) Required
24/7
US-Timezone Support
Why United Kingdom

Why US Founders Incorporate in United Kingdom

  • Fastest incorporation in a G7 economy — often same-day
  • No UK residency requirement for directors or shareholders
  • Strong US-UK trade ties and English common-law legal system
  • Gateway entity for EU/UK cross-border e-commerce and SaaS sales

United Kingdom Incorporation Snapshot

Entity Type Private Limited Company (Ltd)
Regulator Companies House
Minimum Directors 1 Director (any nationality, no UK residency required)
Minimum Shareholders 1 Shareholder (100% foreign ownership permitted)
Formation Timeline 24–48 hours (standard online filing)
Minimum Capital £1 minimum issued share capital
Corporate Tax 19–25% Corporation Tax (small profits rate 19% under £50k, main rate 25% over £250k)
Step-by-Step

How We Incorporate Your United Kingdom Company

A fully managed, remote-first process — you never need to travel to United Kingdom.

1

Choose company name & check availability at Companies House

2

Appoint director(s) and register Person(s) with Significant Control

3

File incorporation (Form IN01) online with registered office address

4

Receive Certificate of Incorporation & company number

5

Register for Corporation Tax with HMRC within 3 months of trading

Documentation

What You'll Need to Get Started

  • Passport & proof of address for directors/PSCs (Persons with Significant Control)
  • UK registered office address (we provide this)
  • Memorandum & Articles of Association
  • SIC code (business activity classification)
  • Details of share capital & shareholders
  • Ready to Incorporate in United Kingdom?

    Talk to a LegalKarobar.US incorporation specialist today — free initial consultation, no obligation.

    Common Questions

    United Kingdom Incorporation FAQs

    Can a US citizen own 100% of a UK Ltd company?

    Yes. There is no restriction on foreign ownership of a UK Private Limited Company — a US citizen or US LLC/C-Corp can hold 100% of the shares.

    Do I need a UK bank account to incorporate?

    No, incorporation does not require a UK bank account, though most UK-facing operations will need one; we assist with digital-first UK business banking options.

    How is a UK Ltd company taxed if owned by a US parent?

    The UK Ltd pays UK Corporation Tax on its UK profits; dividends to the US parent are generally exempt from UK withholding tax, and the US-UK tax treaty prevents double taxation.

    How fast can I actually start trading?

    Companies House typically issues the Certificate of Incorporation within 24 hours of a correctly filed online application, so trading can begin almost immediately.

    What ongoing filings does a UK company require?

    An annual Confirmation Statement, annual accounts filed with Companies House, and a Corporation Tax return (CT600) filed with HMRC each year.