Companies House

Companies House ID verification tracker for accountancy practices

Companies House identity verification creates another client follow-up workflow for accountants, bookkeepers and company service providers.

PracticeComply helps practices record which clients need action, which directors or PSCs are still pending and what evidence or next step has been requested.

The product focuses on tracking, reminders and client instructions. It is not positioned as sensitive identity document storage.

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Example Companies House workflow

PracticeComply gives the practice one place to record status and follow-up actions for directors, PSCs and company contacts.

Add the client company and preferred contact language.
Record status: verified, pending, action needed, not applicable or needs review.
Create a request asking the client to confirm the current director or PSC status.
Use reminders and activity history to see what was sent, received and reviewed.

Example client status

A client profile can show the company status and the next action without relying on a separate spreadsheet.

Client: ABC Plumbing Ltd.
Companies House status: Director/PSC verification pending.
Request: confirm whether the director has completed identity verification.
Next action: send reminder before the practice deadline.

What this does not do

PracticeComply is not an official Companies House service and does not complete identity verification.

It does not verify identity with Companies House.
It does not replace ACSP checks or your legal/compliance process.
It should not be treated as legal advice or the practice's only compliance record.

Official sources

Use the tracker alongside official Companies House guidance and your own practice procedures.

Companies House says identity verification became a legal requirement from 18 November 2025.
The same guidance describes a 12-month transition period for existing directors and PSCs.
Check GOV.UK guidance for current due dates and requirements before advising clients.

Why Companies House tracking matters now

Companies House guidance says identity verification became a legal requirement from 18 November 2025, with a transition period for existing directors and PSCs.

For a practice, the risk is losing track of who has confirmed their status, who needs instructions and who still needs a reminder.

PracticeComply helps keep those follow-ups visible without presenting itself as an official Companies House service. Official dates last checked: July 2026. Always confirm current requirements on GOV.UK before advising clients.

FAQ

Questions before you start

Does PracticeComply verify identity with Companies House?

No. It tracks status, tasks, client requests and internal notes. It does not complete official identity verification.

Can I track directors and PSCs?

Yes. For Limited company clients, an authorised practice user can manually sync public Companies House profile, officer and PSC data by company number. The data is read-only context for professional review; PracticeComply does not perform official identity verification or filing.

Should clients upload passports or driving licences?

Only if your practice has specifically requested them and confirmed that the workflow is appropriate. PracticeComply is not positioned as ACSP identity document storage.

Can I send instructions in Polish?

Yes. Requests can be written in English, Polish or both, while official terms like Companies House, PSC and ACSP stay in English.