Company annual returns

Every year you need to confirm that the information recorded on the Companies Register about your company is correct and pay a fee. This is called an annual return.

Keeping company details up to date

You must keep company details up to date on the register, including its company name and addresses, director and shareholder details.

Banned directors

Some people may be banned (‘disqualified’ or ‘prohibited’) from being a director. A banned director can't:

  • act as a director or promoter of a company or
  • take part, directly or indirectly, in the management of a company.

Removing a company

When you apply to remove your company from the Companies Register, our guide can help you complete the process.

News and notices

Primary Register: Companies Office Published:

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Mark testing 26 10 23

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Companies Act 1993 (MAERSK A/S) Exemption Notice 2022

Exemption Notice pursuant to section 207L of the Companies Act 1993

Primary Register: Companies Register Published: Convictions

Conviction for Vladislav Alexandrovich Levada

Conviction obtained by the Registrar of Companies on 13 May 2022.

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Government plans new charging model for Companies Office registers

The Government introduced the Companies (Levies) Amendment Bill to Parliament on 2 June 2022.