Companies House now issues an 11-character personal code when you verify your identity. This guide explains what the code is and how to use it.
What is a Personal Code?
This 11-character code is personal to you, not your company. You only need to verify your identity once. You then use the same personal code for all your director and PSC roles.
Where to Find Your Code
• GOV.UK One Login: If you verified this way, sign in to your Companies House account. Go to ‘Manage account’ to view your code.
• Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP): The ACSP sent the code to the email address they provided for you. We recommend saving this code to your Companies House account for easy access.
How to Use Your Personal Code
You need to provide your code to confirm your identity if you are a:
•Director (or are being appointed as one)
•Person with Significant Control (PSC)
Key Deadlines
• Directors: Provide your personal code in your company’s next confirmation statement from 18 November 2025 onwards.
• PSCs: You have a 14-day period to provide your code. The timing depends on your specific circumstances. See our guide on PSC Identity Verification for more details.
Important Things to Remember
• Keep your code safe. You can share it with an agent (like an accountant) who files for you. However, you should treat it as confidential.
• Check for data mismatches. Your Companies House details must match your identity documents. If they do not, you cannot link your code. You must correct your details first.
• Request a new code if needed. If you think your code is compromised, contact Companies House to request a new one.
This guide is for information purposes only. It was last updated in March 2026. For the most current information, always check the official GOV.UK website.