All-inclusive company formation and business account

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Free UK company formation in minutes

Starting a small business? Registering a company in the UK with Companies House usually costs £50, but you get free company registration with the GoSolo Business Account + Company Formation plan for only £29/year. Here's how it works.

  1. Name it right

    Find a perfect name for your new limited company.

  2. Tell us what you do

    Describe your business details.

  3. Verify yourself

    Complete ID and address check.

  4. Take a break

    Your limited company will be registered in the next couple of days. Once this is done, you will receive all legal documents by email.

  5. Get your account & card

    After company registration, your business account and virtual debit card will be available immediately.

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Virtual UK business address

Don’t have a registered UK office address? Want to keep your personal address safe from spam and scam mail? The GoSolo Company + Account + Address plan will give you peace of mind for £199/year.

  • Register your company in the top business location in London
  • Use virtual business address as your company address in Companies House
  • Get all your mail scanned and forwarded to your inbox in the same day
  • Manage your mail and virtual details at the online portal
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How do I register a limited company with GoSolo?

We have several choices for Ltd company formation. This is what's included in the Company + Account + Address plan.

How do I register a limited company with GoSolo?
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Simply sign up with your email and password to start your journey with GoSolo – no extra documents required at this stage.
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It takes roughly 10 minutes to apply for a new company and get a virtual office address.
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We submit the application on your behalf to Companies House. It takes 1-3 days to confirm your registration on their end.
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You will receive all the company documents digitally as soon as your company is officially registered.
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Soon, your virtual office will start receiving mail, which we’ll instantly forward to your inbox.
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In your GoSolo app, you’ll have everything to successfully run your business, 24/7.

UK company formation from £29 per year

Get an Ltd company formation, a business address, and a business account. No hidden fees, no monthly payments, and no hassle.

Package
Business account
Sales and payments
Accounting
Company formation
Virtual address
Price
Business account
Free
Per year
Business account +
Company formation
£29.00
Per year
Company +
Account + Address
£199.00
Per year
Business account
for non-UK residents
*
*
£499.00
First year
£249.00
Second year
Package
Business account
Sales and payments
Accounting
Company formation
Virtual address
Price
Business account
Free
Per year
Business account +
Company formation
£29.00
Per year
Company +
Account + Address
£199.00
Per year
Business account
for non-UK residents
*
*
£499.00
First year
£249.00
Second year
* The “Business account for non-UK residents” includes company formation and a virtual address, but these services are optional. You can enjoy all the benefits of a GoSolo business account even if you already have a UK-registered limited company.

Why register ltd company with GoSolo

Start a UK limited company in 10 minutes and go solo with your new business account partner

  • Every limited company in the UK is legally obliged to have a business account. Why not open a company and a business account at the same time?
  • We take care of the entire company registration process. The £50 Company House fee is also on us!
  • Instantly, you get a virtual card you can pay with. Add it to your Apple or Google wallet and start using it right away.
  • Even with a free Business Account plan, you get all the sales tools to accept payments, including invoices, payment links, Tap to Pay, and more.

UK company formation FAQs

How much does it cost to open a business account? What fees do you charge?

You can choose from different GoSolo plans based on the features you need. For current and most up-to-date details about the costs, please refer to our pricing page.

What countries does GoSolo support?

GoSolo offers business accounts only for UK-based and UK-registered companies.

If you're living abroad and want to set up a business in the UK, we can register a limited company for you. You will get a virtual business address and a virtual debit card for all your business transactions, quick and easy.

We are currently accepting users from:

Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Gibraltar
Greece
Guernsey
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Ukraine
United Kingdom (including Channel Islands and Isle of Man)

Canada
United States (including Puerto Rico)

Australia
Hong Kong
New Zealand
Singapore

Our current pricing plans are here.

Why register a limited company in the UK?

What advantages does it provide compared to being a sole trader or a freelancer?

Registering a limited company in the UK offers several key advantages over operating as a sole trader or freelancer:

Financial protection

The biggest benefit is limited liability protection. If you want to avoid having to worry about losing your house, car, and savings to a business failure, forming a limited liability company is a better bet than being a sole trader.

Tax efficiency

Limited companies often prove more tax-efficient than sole trading:

  • Companies pay 19% corporation tax on profits, compared to 20-45% income tax for sole traders.

  • Directors have the option to maximise their income by combining salary and dividends.

  • A wider variety of business expenses that can be deducted from taxes.

Professional credibility

A limited liability company can help you stand out from the competition:

  • Many larger companies prefer or require working with limited companies.

  • Adding the "Ltd" suffix gives a company a more credible and well-established appearance.

  • When you register your business name, it becomes legally protected.

Business growth

A limited company structure provides better opportunities for growth:

  • Easier access to business funding and investment.

  • Ability to sell shares to raise capital.

  • More options for structure and ownership of businesses.

Other perks

  • Because of its unique legal status, your business is able to own assets and engage in contracts independently.

  • Tax planning and financial management become more flexible.

  • Enhanced privacy, as sole traders have to share more personal financial information with the public.

It takes more work and paperwork to run a limited company than to be a sole trader, but the benefits usually outweigh the problems, especially once your business reaches a certain size or level of income.

GoSolo provides free support to entrepreneurs starting a limited company. Plus, you get a business account and a debit card for all transactions related to your business. It takes less than 10 minutes to set up a GoSolo account and apply for a new company, and then we will do the rest while you can focus on your business.

What company types are there in the UK and which one can I open with GoSolo?

Here’s a guide to UK company types for business owners:

Private Limited Company (Ltd)
This is the most common business structure in the UK, with over 2 million companies registered. In an Ltd, the company is owned by shareholders, and their personal assets are protected if the business faces financial problems. This means if your business struggles, your personal savings and property are safe.

Other Business Structures

Public Limited Company (PLC)


These are larger companies whose shares can be bought and sold on the stock market. Think of companies like Tesco or BP - anyone can buy shares in these businesses.

Community Interest Company (CIC)

These companies are set up to help society or the environment. Instead of paying profits to shareholders, the money goes back into doing good for the community. They’re perfect for social enterprises and community projects.

Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)


This is ideal for professional services like accountants or architects. It combines the flexibility of a partnership with the protection of a limited company. Partners share management and profits while protecting their personal assets.

Company Limited by Guarantee

Usually chosen by non-profits and charities. Instead of having shareholders, members agree to pay a small amount (often £1) if the company goes bust. This structure shows that you’re running the organisation for a purpose rather than profit.


Currently, GoSolo is focusing on helping people set up Private Limited Companies (Ltd/limited), as this is the most straightforward and popular choice for new business owners.

What do I need to register a limited company via GoSolo?

Registering a UK limited company is simple with GoSolo. All you need is the following documents:

  • A valid government-issued photo ID document (passport, driving licence, BRP)
  • Proof of your UK address (council tax, utility bill, bank statement), issued in the last three months

The company formation fee is included in the New Company plan. Please refer to our Pricing page for the latest details about which services are included in the packages.

We will also automatically open a business account for your new company.

There is detailed information about new limited company registration in our blog: How can I register my company with GoSolo?

Can I open a UK business account from overseas?

Yes, you can. GoSolo is available to founders and entrepreneurs from around the world.

GoSolo provides the UK company formation and a business account for non-residents. Here, you can read more about how it works.

We are currently accepting users from:

Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Gibraltar
Greece
Guernsey
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Ukraine
United Kingdom (including Channel Islands and Isle of Man)

Canada
United States (including Puerto Rico)

Australia
Hong Kong
New Zealand
Singapore

What is the share structure for a newly registered company, opened using GoSolo service?

If you register a company via GoSolo, the default share structure is 100 shares for the total value of £100.

All shares issued are non-redeemable and rank equally in terms of each of:

  1. Rights to take part in all approved dividend distributions
  2. Voting rights – each share being entitled to one vote
  3. Rights to participate in any distribution of capital on winding up of the company.

What are the legal documents that I will receive after company formation?

You will receive official Articles of Association and a Certificate of Incorporation. These documents are approved by Companies House. They are not apostilled.