How to Complete the New Companies House ID Verification
From 2025, all company directors, people with significant control (PSCs) and anyone submitting documents to Companies House will need to pass a new ID check. This measure is part of Companies House’s wider plan to improve transparency and reduce fraud. Below is a simple step‑by‑step guide.
Watch this short video which explains exactly how to verify your identity and obtain your Directors Personal Code.
Process Summary
1. Set Up or Sign In to Your GOV.UK One Login
Before beginning the verification process, you must have a GOV.UK One Login account.
If you already use One Login, just sign in.
If not, you'll need to create an account — it only takes a few minutes.
Once you have signed into One Login, you can choose how to verify your identity. Usually this involves uploading documents such as your passport or driving licence. The service will give you a full list of acceptable documents
🔗 Create or sign in here:
https://www.gov.uk/one-login
2. Link Your Verified ID to Your Company
Once your identity is verified, it must be linked to the company where you are a Director or PSC.
Create or sign in to your Companies House account.
You must use the same email address for your Companies House account and your GOV.UK One Login to connect them.