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Registration of Overseas Entities with Companies House
Registration of Overseas Entities (ROE) with Companies House is necessary if you’re an overseas company, trust, or partnership that owns, leases or plans to acquire or lease UK property. At UK Property Accountants, we help you with ROE compliance by preparing and submitting your registration, verifying your information through our in-house verification service, and managing your annual update filings.
Your Compliance, Our Commitment
Why Choose UKPA for Registration of Overseas Entities with Companies House?
Our ROE experts regularly advise international clients on UK land law and maintain close links with Companies House and HM Land Registry practices.
Trusted UK Compliance Partner
As a UK-regulated verification agent, our ROE experts support foreign clients with registrations and stay closely aligned with the requirements of Companies House and HM Land Registry.
End-to-End Service
From verifying beneficial owner IDs in-house to filing with Companies House and securing your Overseas Entity ID for HM Land Registry, we manage every step.
Tailored & Reliable Support
From first-time investors to multi-entity structures, we adapt to your specific setup, timeline and deadlines.
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Who Must Register?
Owning UK Property Through an Overseas Entity
The Registration of Overseas Entities rules apply to any overseas entity that owns or leases:
- Property in England and Wales since 1 January 1999
- Property in Scotland since 8 December 2014
- Property in Northern Ireland since 5 September 2022
- Or plans to acquire UK property in the future
Even if you purchased or leased the property years ago, you're still required to register if you're selling, leasing, or transferring ownership now. Without an Overseas Entity (OE) ID, your transaction can’t proceed at the HM Land Registry.
If you’re unsure whether your situation falls under these rules, we can review your case and explain exactly what’s needed. Call Us.
To fulfil legal obligation
To avoid penalties
How Registration of Overseas Entities Work?
Registering an overseas entity is a legal process with key steps. We guide you through each one:
Step 1: Collect Entity Details
We begin by gathering the essential information: your overseas entity’s name, country of incorporation, legal form, governing law, and registered address. These are the foundation of your Companies House submission.
Step 2: Identify Beneficial Owners
Next, we help you identify the beneficial owners. These are individuals or organisations with significant control, typically owning at least 25% of shares or voting rights.
Step 3: Verify Identities
Before submitting any information, we must verify the identities of each beneficial owner and managing officer. As a UK-regulated agent, we handle this in-house and issue the required verification statements.
Step 4: Complete the ROE Application (Form OE1)
We prepare and complete Form OE1, which includes all the entity and ownership details, along with verification confirmation. It’s the official registration form required by Companies House.
Step 5: Submit & Pay
We file everything with Companies House and pay the mandatory £234 filing fee on your behalf. They’ll review and approve the submission if all requirements are met.
Step 6: Receive Your OE ID
Once accepted, you’re issued an Overseas Entity ID. This number is crucial; it must be quoted in any UK property transaction going forward.
Failed to register?
Consequences of Non-Compliance
If your overseas entity isn’t registered, it can cause serious problems with your UK property plans.
Complete ROE Support
What We Offer
At UK Property Accountants, we don’t just explain the process; we take care of it from start to finish.
Our experts help you accurately identify who qualifies as a registrable beneficial owner under UK law.
We’re a UK-regulated agent authorised to verify identities and issue the official statements required for registration.
Once registered, we provide guidance on using your OE ID for future property dealings with HM Land Registry.
Our Extended Services
Additional Services
Our services continue post-registration to help you stay compliant and manage your UK property effectively.
Annual Update Filing
We prepare and file your annual update with Companies House, including all required identity verification checks, to ensure your registration remains active.
Deregistration Support
If your entity no longer holds UK property, we’ll manage the deregistration process with Companies House and HM Land Registry.
Property Tax Services
We handle tax matters for overseas entities with UK rental income, including Non-Resident Landlord (NRL) returns and advice on tax deductions.
Entity Updates
If there are any changes to your directors, beneficial owners, or company details, we will update the ROE records and ensure full compliance.
Our Process
How We Work
Our work is centred around efficiency, collaboration, and delivering exceptional results to our clients.
Initial Discovery Call
We start with a straightforward process. Answer a few simple questions to help us understand your circumstances. It’s hassle-free, quick and designed to save you time.
Data Gathering and Analysis
Once we have the details, our team of experienced accountants gets to work. You can trust us to manage the complexities and ensure everything is accurate and compliant.
Thorough Review & Timely Submission
We conduct a meticulous review to ensure accuracy, compliance, and completeness in every submission. Our streamlined process guarantees timely submissions, so you never miss a deadline.
Ongoing Support
Our commitment extends beyond accounting and tax advisory work. We provide ongoing support, including tax planning and addressing accounting queries throughout the year.
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FAQs
General queries by our clients related to Registration of Overseas Entities are answered here.
Yes. If your company or structure is based outside the UK and you're planning to buy, sell, or transfer UK property, you must register with Companies House before the deal can go ahead.
There isn’t a deadline for everyone, but if your entity sold or transferred UK property between 28 February 2022 and 31 January 2023, you must register by 31 January 2025.
If you're buying a property now, you’ll need to register before the transaction is completed.
It’s a unique number you get once your entity is registered. You’ll need it any time you deal with UK property. Without it, the Land Registry won’t let your transaction go through.
If your entity sold or transferred UK land between 28 February 2022 and 31 January 2023 and wasn’t registered then, you’ll need to register by 31 January 2025. That’s a legal requirement, even if you no longer own the property.
A Section 12 Notice is a formal request from Companies House asking for more information or clarification about your overseas entity registration. It’s usually sent when something is missing, unclear, or needs verifying like details about your beneficial owners. If you get one, you must respond within 14 days or risk delays and possibly face penalties.
You can go to the Companies House Register of Overseas Entities and search by the company name or Overseas Entity ID. If they’re properly registered, you’ll see their listing, including key details like their status, registration date, and beneficial owners.
Have more questions? Check out our Complete Guide for everything you need to know about Registration of Overseas Entities in one place.
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