If you're an overseas company planning to buy, sell, or lease property in the UK, registering with Companies House is no longer optional, it's a legal requirement.
Why Register?
The Register of Overseas Entities (ROE) was introduced under the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022to improve transparency in UK property ownership. It requires overseas entities to disclose their beneficial owners or managing officers before they can acquire, dispose of, or lease property in the UK.
This applies to:
What’s Involved?
The registration process includes:
More information on our blog page Overseas Entity Registration.
At TAS Accountancy, we handle the entire process—from verification to submission—ensuring full compliance and peace of mind.
Annual Updates:
Once registered, entities must update their information annually or whenever there is a change in ownership or control. This ensures the register remains accurate and up to date.
Consequences of Non-Compliance:
Failure to register or update your details can lead to serious consequences, including:
In some cases, non-compliance may result in HM Land Registry refusing to register property transactions, effectively freezing your ability to deal with UK assets.
Need Help?
TAS Accountancy is a UK-regulated agent certified to carry out verification and registration on your behalf. We offer a seamless, fully online service to ensure your overseas entity meets all legal obligations, accurately and on time.
Contact us today to get started for a personalised consultation.
Overseas entities that own, buy, sell, or lease UK property must register beneficial owners/managing officers with Companies House and keep details up to date.
We guide you through eligibility, gather required information, perform verification checks, and submit all documents to Companies House. We also provide ongoing compliance support.
You’ll need details of the entity (name, registration number, address), certified copies of passports, share certificates, proof of address, and contact details for beneficial owners and managing officers. Please read our blog for more information.
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