Access to payment infrastructure
Works with UK companies on Stripe, PayPal, Amazon and Etsy. A UK bank account is required for Stripe.Stripe, PayPal, Amazon and Etsy work with UK companies.
Forming a company in the UK.
Works with UK companies on Stripe, PayPal, Amazon and Etsy; the entire formation process is carried out remotely.Stripe, PayPal, Amazon and Etsy work with UK companies.
- Handled from our own office.
- Company formation does not grant residency
- Formation in 3-7 days
- Fully digital
- Companies House registration
Advantages of Company Formation in the UK.
How each item works is shown in the diagram beneath it.Each item is shown in the diagram.
Remote formation
The director is not required to reside in the UK. All steps, including identity verification, are completed remotely.There is no residency requirement; all steps are completed remotely.
Registration usually within 24 hours
Once identity verification is complete, Companies House usually registers the application within a day.After identity verification, registration usually takes a day.
A recognised company structure
The UK Ltd structure is recognised by customers, suppliers and platforms; the company register is public and transparent.The UK Ltd structure is recognised by customers and platforms.
In the UK, We Serve You from Our Own Office.
Companies House, HMRC and postal matters are handled from our own office in London.
- Our own office in LondonYour company's registered address and official mail reception are at our office; all incoming documents are forwarded to you.
- Sage and Xero partnerBookkeeping, VAT and annual accounts are handled by the same team, using software widely used in the UK.
- One point of contactAn adviser assigned to you; direct access during office hours.
Ortac GlobalLondon · 85 Great Portland St, London W1W 7LT
UK Tax Framework.
A general framework is set out below; an assessment specific to your situation is made in a consultation.
The corporation tax rate varies with profitSelect your annual profit with the slider.
19%25%£0£50,000£250,00023.4%
- Annual profit
- £120,000
- Tax rate
- 23.4%
- Tax payable
- ≈ £28,050
Do I automatically get a tax advantage by setting up a company? No. Any advantage depends on real activity, management, tax residency, the type of income and the rules of the country concerned.
Ask your questionsTaxation in Your Country of Residence.
Profit is taxed first in the UK. Whether further tax arises in your country of residence depends on that country's rules, in particular when profit is distributed to you as a dividend.
- Your companyIn the UK19-25%
Profit is taxed here first. The rate is 19% on profit up to £50,000.
- orIf profit stays in the companyIn your country of residenceLocal rules apply
Whether retained profit is taxed depends on the rules of your country of residence.
- If you receive a dividendIn your country of residenceDeclaration
Declared in line with the rules of your country of residence; the treatment of the dividend depends on those rules.
Details and sources
- If the company is managed from your country of residence
A company whose activities are actually managed from your country of residence may also be treated as taxable there; in case of dispute, the two countries decide by mutual agreement.
- Salary option
If a salary is paid to you as a director, registration for payroll (PAYE) is required in the UK.
Available Payment Channels.
The UK's main advantage is its payment infrastructure. All global payment channels, including card payments, marketplaces, accounts and crypto, can be used with a UK company.The main advantage is payment infrastructure; all global channels can be used.
- Card sales
Card payment collection on your website and in your application.
- Online payment
Collection from customers who pay with a PayPal account.
- Shopify PaymentsE-commerce
Card payment in your Shopify store.
- Amazon UKMarketplace
A seller account on Amazon's UK marketplace.
- EtsyMarketplace
Collection through an Etsy store and Etsy Payments.
- International customers
Acceptance of payments from marketplaces and customers abroad.
- RevolutAccount
A digital business account and company cards.
- Crypto payment
Acceptance of crypto payments from customers through Binance Pay.
Formation Fee in the UK.
There are no packages; a single formation fee applies. The amount is stated in pounds sterling in the proposal.A single formation fee applies; the amount is stated in pounds sterling in the quote.
Formation Process in the UK.
Each step states who is responsible; selecting a step pauses the flow.The responsible party is stated at each step.
Determining the company name
The company name and two alternatives are determined; compliance with Companies House rules is checked.
With youfirst meeting
Timelines are typical ranges. Decisions by authorities and banks rest with the institutions concerned; neither outcome nor timing is guaranteed.
Documents Required for Company Formation.
Tick the documents that are ready for the UK; we carry out the process.
On your side
Documents Required from You
All documents are collected digitally; no physical document delivery or travel is required at any stage.
0/5 ready
- Passport or identity card scan
- Criminal record certificate
- Proof of residence
- Company name and two alternatives
- Business activity, share distribution and director details
As the number of directors or shareholders increases, identity verification and the document list are repeated for each person.
Annual Obligations After Formation.
The filing calendar in the UK is strict and penalties are applied automatically. All four obligations are followed up by us.The calendar is tight and penalties are automatic; we monitor all four obligations.
- Every yearConfirmation statement
Confirmation of company details with Companies House; the fee is £50.
- 9 monthsAnnual accounts
From the end of the financial year; the first accounts are due within 21 months of incorporation.
From £150 to £1,500; doubled for two consecutive years.
- 12 monthsTax return
Corporation tax return (CT600), from the end of the period.
£200 after 1 day, a further £200 after 3 months (since 2026).
- 9 months and 1 dayTax payment
From the end of the period; paid before the return.
Suitability Assessment for the UK.
Select your profile; the assessment is shown below.
If you will collect card payments The UK is suitable, subject to a condition.
Stripe, PayPal and Shopify Payments work with UK companies.
ConditionStripe requires a UK company and a UK bank account; the account opening is planned together with the formation.
Frequently Asked Questions.
No. The director is not required to reside in the UK. The company must have a registered office address in the UK; this address is provided by us.
First, the identity of the directors and shareholders is verified with Companies House; registration is then usually completed within 24 hours. The tax number (UTR) arrives by post in about 14 days.
Traditional banks generally make account opening difficult for directors who are not resident in the UK; HSBC requires UK tax residence for a small business account. In practice, the process starts with Revolut Business or Wise Business; we handle both applications.
Stripe works with UK companies; this requires a UK bank account and an address that is not a PO box.
Company profit is subject to corporation tax in the UK at 19-25%. Whether further tax arises in your country of residence when profit is distributed as a dividend depends on that country's rules. We do not provide personal tax opinions.
It is mandatory if annual turnover exceeds £90,000; below this amount it is optional. Where your customer profile requires it, we recommend voluntary registration.
No. Owning or directing a Ltd does not create a right of residence. The official visa route for setting up a business in the UK is a separate application (Innovator Founder).
The annual accounts, tax return and, where applicable, VAT returns are prepared by our team. We work with Sage and Xero.
Is your question not on the list?You can ask about your own situation in a meeting.
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