What is a registered address?

When you lookup a company on www.companiesintheuk.co.uk you will see the company's registered address.

The registered address (also known as the registered office) is the official legal address of a limited company. It serves several important purposes:

Legal Requirements:

• Every UK limited company must have a registered address
• It must be a physical address (not a PO Box)
• It must be in the country of incorporation (England & Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland)
• The address must be displayed on company letterheads and websites

Purpose of the Registered Address:

1. Official Communications: Where government agencies (Companies House, HMRC) send official notices
2. Legal Documents: Where legal proceedings can be served
3. Public Record: Available for public inspection
4. Statutory Records: Where certain company records must be available for inspection

What It's NOT:

• Not necessarily where the company trades from
• Not always where directors or staff work
• Not required to be owned by the company

Common Registered Address Types:

• Company's own premises
• Director's home address
• Accountant's or solicitor's office
• Registered office service provider

Changing the Registered Address:

• Companies can change their registered address
• Must notify Companies House within 14 days
• Cannot move outside country of incorporation

Important: Mail sent to the registered address is deemed legally delivered, even if not actually received, so companies must ensure mail is properly managed at this address.