How to file
You can start to file an annual return in a number of different ways. Regardless of which way you start filing an annual return, a few things will always be the same.
- You must be registered to use the website, and
- You must have authority over that company.
If you aren't logged on, or you don't have authority, when you start trying to file an annual return you will be prompted to log on and to get authority. Once you have done this, you will be taken straight back to the annual return process.
Note | If you haven't already registered to use the site you can do this from the logon screen.
Here we describe one way to file your annual return.
Do it now
To file your annual return now go to the Online Services - Do It Now tab and choose File an Annual Return.
Step 2 - Get Company Authority
You need to have company authority for the companies you file annual returns for. Company Authority is the name given to the authority management system for users of this website who need to maintain company information on the Register of Companies. If you already have authority you can skip this step.
Step 3 - File the annual return
To file your annual return you need to check and, if necessary, update some information about the company including - company addresses, director details, shareholdings, annual general meeting date and annual return reminder details.
Key points to note
- It is free to file an annual return online.
- You will receive an email confirming that the annual return has been filed.
- You can check if the annual return has been filed by clicking on the Documents tab of the 'Company Summary'. You can get to the Company Summary by searching the register for the company and selecting it from the search results.
