ECCTA Identity Verification Services, Bury Manchester

New Companies House identity verification requirements are now in force under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA).

If you need to verify your identity, Davenports Accountancy can make the process straightforward.

As a Companies House Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP), we can complete the required identity checks on your behalf and confirm your successful verification with Companies House – giving you a simple, professional alternative to completing the process yourself.

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What is Covered by Our ECCTA Service?

Our ECCTA Identity Verification Service is designed to take the hassle and uncertainty out of meeting the new Companies House requirements.

Our service includes:

Identity verification checks – completed in line with Companies House requirements.

Reviewing the required personal information and identity evidence – needed to complete your verification.
Guidance on acceptable documentation – so you know what information and evidence you need to provide.
Submission of your successful verification to Companies House – through our status as an Authorised Corporate Service Provider.
Support throughout the process – from our experienced team if you have questions or are unsure about the requirements.
Confirmation of the next steps – including what to expect from Companies House following successful verification.

Once your identity has been successfully verified and reported, Companies House will issue your unique Companies House personal code. This code belongs to you personally and may be required when carrying out certain activities or fulfilling your responsibilities at Companies House.

Whether you’re a company director, Person with Significant Control (PSC), or need verification for another qualifying role, our team can help you understand what is required and complete the verification process correctly.

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What Are the Benefits of Our ECCTA Service

ECCTA has introduced significant changes to the way Companies House operates. Rather than trying to navigate the new identity verification requirements alone, you can have an experienced accountancy team guide you through the process.

As a Companies House Authorised Corporate Service Provider, Davenports can verify your identity on behalf of Companies House in accordance with the required identity verification standards.

We make the process as straightforward as possible, explaining what you need to provide and handling the verification process for you.

If you’re unsure which documents you need, whether the requirements apply to you or what happens next, you’ll have a team you can speak to rather than having to work everything out yourself.

Companies House sets specific standards that ACSPs must follow when verifying an individual’s identity. By using Davenports, you can have confidence that your verification is being handled by an authorised professional business familiar with these requirements.

Why Choose Davenports for Your ECCTA Service?

Davenports Accountancy is registered as an **Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP)**, meaning we are authorised to carry out identity verification for Companies House.

If you’re looking for ECCTA identity verification services in Bury, you don’t have to rely solely on an online, faceless verification service.

Davenports gives businesses and individuals access to a local team who can help them understand the requirements and guide them through the process.

Identity verification is only one part of running a compliant company. As an established accountancy practice, we understand the wider responsibilities facing directors and business owners and can provide support that goes beyond completing a single identity check.

New legislation can quickly become confusing. Our approach is to keep things simple. We’ll explain what is required in plain English, tell you what information you need to provide and guide you through the process.

If you already use Davenports for your accountancy services, completing your ECCTA identity verification with us means keeping another important compliance requirement with a team you already know.

And if you’re new to Davenports, it’s an opportunity to discover the wider accountancy and business support available from our team.

Don’t leave your Companies House identity verification until it becomes an obstacle to your next filing or company requirement.

Our team will explain what you need, guide you through the verification process and help you meet your Companies House requirements with confidence.

Get in touch today to arrange your ECCTA Identity Verification.

FAQs

What is ECCTA identity verification?

ECCTA identity verification is part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act. It introduces new identity checks for certain individuals connected with UK companies, including directors and Persons with Significant Control (PSCs).

The aim is to improve the accuracy of information held by Companies House and make it harder for companies to be used for unlawful activity.

Who needs to complete Companies House identity verification?

Identity verification requirements apply to many people involved in setting up, running, owning or controlling a UK company.

This includes company directors and Persons with Significant Control (PSCs), as well as certain individuals submitting information to Companies House on behalf of a business.

If you’re unsure whether the requirements apply to you, Davenports can help you understand what you need to do.

Can Davenports verify my identity for Companies House?

Yes. Davenports Accountancy is an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP), which means we can carry out identity verification on behalf of Companies House.

We’ll guide you through the information and documents required, complete the necessary checks and report your successful verification to Companies House.

What documents will I need for ECCTA identity verification?

The documents required will depend on your circumstances and the method used to verify your identity.

Typically, you may need an approved form of photographic identification, such as a passport or driving licence, together with any additional information required to complete the verification checks.

Our team will tell you exactly what you need to provide before your verification begins.

What happens after my identity has been verified?

Once your identity has been successfully verified and the verification has been reported to Companies House, you will receive a unique Companies House personal code.

This code is personal to you and may need to be provided to Companies House when completing certain company-related filings or confirming your role.

You should keep your personal code secure.

Why should I use Davenports instead of verifying myself?

Using Davenports gives you access to a local, experienced team who can guide you through the process and make sure you understand what is required.

Rather than working through the requirements alone, we’ll explain what documents you need, complete the identity checks and help you understand what happens next.

For businesses already using Davenports for accountancy services, it also means keeping another important compliance requirement with a team you already know and trust.