Companies house webfiling new director

To file a new director with Companies House using their WebFiling service, you'll need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Log in to WebFiling

• Go to the Companies House WebFiling website (www.companieshouse.gov.uk/webfiling)
• Log in using your Companies House WebFiling account credentials (if you don't have an account, you can create one for free)
• Select the company you want to file the new director information for from the list of companies you have access to

Step 2: Select the "Change Director Details" option

• Click on the "Change Director Details" option from the company dashboard
• Select the "Add a new director" option

Step 3: Enter the new director's details

• Enter the new director's name, date of birth, and nationality
• Enter the new director's service address and residential address (if different from the service address)
• Enter the new director's occupation and date of appointment

Step 4: Upload the director's signature

• You'll need to upload a scanned copy of the new director's signature
• Make sure the signature is clear and legible

Step 5: Review and confirm the information

• Review the new director's details to ensure they are accurate
• Confirm that you have the new director's consent to file their details with Companies House

Step 6: File the new director information

• Click the "File" button to submit the new director information to Companies House
• You'll receive a confirmation email once the filing has been successfully submitted

Additional requirements

• You'll need to provide the new director's PSC (Person with Significant Control) information if they are a PSC
• You may need to provide additional information or documentation depending on the company's specific circumstances

Filing fees

• The filing fee for adding a new director is £13 (online) or £40 (paper filing)

Timing

• The new director information will be available on the public register within 24 hours of filing
• The new director will be able to access the company's records and information once the filing has been processed

Remember to keep a copy of the filing confirmation and any supporting documentation for your records. If you need help with the filing process, you can contact Companies House or seek advice from a qualified professional.