Important Notice
Private company limited by shares is Limited Liability Company. This means it is a separate entity - a legal person in its own right, distinct from the shareholders who own it. This means their finances are clearly separated from the personal finances of their owners. To form limited company you have to appoint company officers. Directors and secretary. Private companies must have at least one director and a company secretary. If there is only one director, this director cannot also be the company secretary. Officers may be individuals or other companies, may be any nationality. There is no minimum or maximum of share capital. Capital may be denominated in any currency. Minimum one share may be issued for shareholder. Shareholders may be individuals or other companies, may be residents outside the UK. You need provide registered address in UK. For more information please go to our guidance.