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Limited Company
Non-Residents
LLP
Guarantee

Limited Company

We have set things up to meet the ever-growing demand for company formation and related services. Irrespective of your requirements, we are sure to get you all you need to succeed. Have a look at our bundles and see which most closely fits your needs.

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Seed

This is a barebones package for those who just want a basic Limited Company that’s ready to do business or want to reserve a business name. You can add on more features as time goes on, all as you see fit.

£9.99 +VAT

Ideal for reserving your company name for future use.

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Startup

This is a step up from the Seed package. You get a company with all you need to start trading plus all your official company documents are delivered to your doorstep. Hassle-free.

£19.99 +VAT

With a full set of digital and printed company documents.

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Standard

A registered company address and hard copies of your company documents come as standard with this plan. A company address is key, so your personal address stays private.

£29.99 +VAT

Ideal if you want to protect the privacy of your home address.

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Ultimate

If you really want to go all out and get all the bells and whistles needed to do serious business, this is the plan for you. You get a registered company address, hard copies of your company documents plus VAT registration. Now it's all up to you to excel.

£49.99 +VAT

Protects your privacy and comes with some useful extras.

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All Inclusive

All you get with the Ultimate package plus mail forwarding. Excellent if you want to run a company with employees and do high volume trades.

£89.99 +VAT

Everything your new company needs to get started today!

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A private company with limited shares.

Ready to Trade Company Your company will be ready to start trading upon incorporation. We also provide a dormant company status if you prefer to reserve the name for future use. Once you purchase online via our website and your new company has been approved by Companies House you can start trading today.

Your new company will usually be formed within 3 to 6 working hours, this time is subject to Companies House workload and it may take longer. If it is a great importance to have your company incorporated as soon as possible or the same day, we always recommend you to add the Guaranteed Same Day service to your order.

Once your new company has been approved by Companies House, you can start trading immediately.

Inclusive of Companies House £10.00 Filing Fee.

Our company formation packages include all fees and the application takes just 5 minutes to complete. £10.00 Companies House Filing Fee. There is a charge by Companies House of £10.00 for a new company incorporation.

We do not add this price onto the package and it is included in the cost. Simple, transparent and fair pricing from 123Formations.

A business bank account for free*.

Take Offers of our exclusive partner offers which come with excellent cash back incentives. Add a Barclays or Lloyds Business Bank Account to one of our packages and get up to 18 months of free business banking. We will automatically send your details to the chosen bank who will then contact you to arrange an initial appointment.

These offers are only available to companies with UK resident directors and shareholders. Companies with overseas or nominee directors and shareholders are not eligible for this offer.

An online company manager for free.

Our company manager is a great free tool that allows you to manage your company online and keep your details up to date via our website. 123Formations online Company Manager is completely free to use and allows you to take control over your company from one easy to use admin portal.

Save time and money by using our company manager to update your Company accounts and statutory filing requirements. Our online company manager gives you the ability to file your company information online directly to companies house. It is quick and easy to use and it allows you to change details such as the registered office address, directors details, change of company name, accounting dates and much more.

As you grow your business, we're on hand with 24/7 online support.

Free accounting services for 3 months.

The perfect combination of easy accounting service and great service from chartered certified accountants for freelancers, contractors and small businesses.

You’re setting up a new limited company, or looking to switch accountants, we’ve got the tools and expertise you need.

We can help you to find the best package of limited company accountancy support for your business.

Email A PDF copy of Certificate of Incorporation

Your Company Certificate of Incorporation sent to your chosen email address in PDF format. An email Copy of Certificate of Incorporation will be sent to your chosen email address (as a PDF file) as soon as Companies House confirm the successful incorporation of your new Limited Company. This is an important document required by Banks and other organisations proving the legal existence of your company.

Company name
Company registration number
The registered office – England and Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland.
The Companies Act under which the company is registered – Companies Act 2006.
Date of incorporation
Company structure, e.g. Limited by shares.
Your Web Filing Authentication Code (required to use the Companies House WebFiling system)

Email A PDF copy of Memorandum and Articles of Association. • A PDF copy of Share Certificate(s).

A digital copy of your company's Memorandum & Articles of Association. These documents are required to form a company under the Companies Act 2006.

The Memorandum lists the subscribers to the company and confirms their intention to incorporate and take at least one share each.

The Articles of Association define the rules which govern how the company will be run.

Email A PDF copy of Share Certificate(s).

A digital version of your share certificates sent by email. These official documents provide evidence of your ownership of shares in a limited company.

Email A PDF copy of Company Register with First Entries.

Digital (PDF) Company Register with first entries

A digital version of your company's statutory registers, with the first entries completed at the date of incorporation. Our Company Register contains the following documents:

Register of Applications and Allotments.
Register of Members and Share Ledger.
Register of Transfers.
Register of Mortgages and Charges.
Register of Debentures.
Register of Sealings or Executions.
Register of Directors.
Register of PSC's.
Share Certificate(s).

Hard Copy of Certificate of Incorporation

We will send you a printed version of your company's Certificate of Incorporation. This is the document which verifies that the company is officially registered with the Companies House.

Hard Copy of Share Certificate(s).

Printed Share Certificate(s)

Printed copies of your share certificates, sent by post. These official documents provide evidence of your ownership of shares in a limited company.

Registered Office Service 7 Bell Yard London WC2A 2JR

Registered Office Address at 7 Bell Yard London WC2A 2JR

Protect the privacy of your home with our prestigious London registered office address.

This service allows you to maintain the privacy of your home address, as our prestigious, London address will appear on public record as the official address of your company. This service includes the scanning and emailing of all official government mail addressed to your company, from a number of official government bodies, free of charge.

Mail from the following government bodies is covered by this service: Companies House, HMRC, Government Gateway, Department for Work & Pensions (DWP), Office for National Statistics, Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and Court documents.

This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £39.00.

Please note: The forwarding of official registered office mail by scan and email is free. Mail will be forwarded on a daily basis.

1 x Service Address 7 Bell Yard London WC2A 2JR

All company directors, shareholders who are persons with significant control (PSC), and company secretaries must provide a service address where statutory mail from a number of official government bodies can be sent to them personally. This address will appear on public record, so most people prefer not to use their home address for this purpose.

With this facility, our London Service Address will show on the public record rather than your home address. This service includes the scanning and emailing of all official government mail addressed to a company officer, from a number of official government bodies, free of charge.

Mail from the following government bodies are covered by this service: Companies House, HMRC, Government Gateway, Department for Work & Pensions (DWP), Office for National Statistics, Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and Court documents.

This item provides a service address for one person and is renewable on a 12-month basis at a cost of £29.99 +VAT.

Please note: Forwarding of service address mail by scan and email is free of charge. Mail will be forwarded on a daily basis.

VAT Registration

Allow our highly trained staff to handle the formalities of your VAT registration.

If your turnover is expected to exceed £85,000 in the next 12-month, it is a legal requirement to register for VAT, unless the supplies are exempt.

If your turnover is not expected to exceed £85,000, there are a number of reasons why many companies choose to register for VAT voluntarily. For example:

The ability to claim back VAT on goods and services purchased by the company.
Raise the corporate image of the company, by appearing to be bigger than you actually are.
Enable deals with suppliers and customers who are not willing to deal with companies that are not VAT registered.

The VAT registration process explained

As soon as your company is incorporated, we will send you a questionnaire by email, asking for some additional information necessary to complete your VAT registration application with HMRC.

We will then apply for your VAT registration online. This process can take up to 30 days.

Once your VAT registration has been approved, we will send your VAT Registration Number to you by email. Your VAT Registration Certificate will be sent to you by post by HMRC.

Bound Memorandum & Articles of Association

Bound Memorandum & Articles of Association A bound copy of the memorandum and articles of association. The Memorandum & Articles of Association is an important document that is produced when forming a Limited company. The Memorandum & Articles of association essentialy outlines why the company has been formed and sets out a rules about how the company is run and who owns it.

AS this is an important document we thoroughly recommend you having a hard copy for your record.

A Hard copy of minutes of the First Board Meeting.

Printed Minutes of First Board Meeting A printed copy of the first board meeting minutes. We provide you with the printed minutes of your first board meeting. This document will show the first resolutions that were passed for your company.

Confirmation Statement (prev. the Annual Return)

Confirmation Statement (Preparation & Filing)

Previously known as the Annual Return

It is a legal requirement to submit a Confirmation Statement to Companies House at least once each year, keeping them informed and up-to-date with your latest company details. The Confirmation Statement is basically a snapshot of general information about your company on the date of filing the Statement. It includes details of the company’s principal business activity, directors (and company secretary if applicable), the registered office, share capital, shareholdings and people with significant control. An experienced member of our staff will prepare and submit your Confirmation Statement to Companies House before the due date, ensuring this will be done on time and with total accuracy.

The Confirmation Statement should not be confused with the annual accounts, which are financial documents, usually prepared by an accountant.

Please note: This service is renewable every 12-month and does not include disbursements.

Business Address Service 7 Bell Yard London WC2A 2JR

123Formations London business address service allows you to use our prestigious London address for your everyday business correspondence.

A business address in the heart of London’s West End is an excellent way to improve the image of your company and impress potential clients.

All mail will be forwarded to an address of your choice by 1st class post, on a daily basis.

This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £94.99

Please note: The forwarding of mail to you is not included. Mail forwarding will be charged at Royal Mail postal rates plus 20%.

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Seed

£9.99 +VAT

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Startup

£19.99 +VAT

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Standard

£29.99 +VAT

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Ultimate

£49.99 +VAT

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All Inclusive

£89.99 +VAT

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Frequently asked questions

What is Companies House?

Companies House is the establishment responsible for the incorporation and dissolution of limited companies in the UK. It is, therefore, safe to say that a company can’t exist without the say-so of Companies House. It is mandatory that companies register with Companies House and as such any change henceforth will be on their records.

What sort of companies can be formed?

Here at 123Formations, we can help you set up limited companies (LTD), limited liability partnerships (LLP), public limited companies (PLC), and limited by Guarantee companies.

Limited liability partnerships (LLPs)

An LLP is pretty much the same as a normal partnership but with the difference of providing a ‘limited liability’ to the members of the partnership.

LTD or Limited?

It does matter which you choose, they both mean the same thing and are mandated to be after the company name if it is a limited company of course. Whichever one you find most appealing; you can go ahead to add it to your company’s name.

What you can expect from us

How quickly can I get my company formed? At 123Formations, 10 minutes is all we need to submit your application form to Companies House for approval. In order to complete the application form, you will be expected to provide some relevant details. We will then review the application before we forward it to Companies House. Ultimately, how long it takes for your company to be incorporated will depend on the Companies House. It usually takes about 3 to 6 hours for a company to be approved by Companies House.

After company formation…

How do I know when my company is ready? In an ideal world, Companies House would provide some kind of update as to the progress of your company registration process, but unfortunately, that isn’t available. As soon as we check with Companies House and find that your company has been formed, we will send you an email notifying you that your company has been incorporated. Within the email, you will find your Companies House Authentication Code, and PDF copies of your Certificate of Incorporation, Memorandum, and Article of Association, and Share Certificate.

Non-Residents Package

119.99 +VAT

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A private company with limited shares

This package is all non residents will need to kickstart their business in the UK. With as low as £119.99 plus VAT, non-residents can set up a company in the UK and be up and running in as little as 3 to 6 hours. It can all be done online.

Your new company will usually be formed within 3 to 6 working hours, this times is subject to Companies House workload and it may take longer. If it is of great importance that your company is incorporated as soon as possible or on the same day, we always recommend you add the Guaranteed Same Day Service to your order.

Once your new company has been approved by Companies House, you can start trading immediately.

Inclusive of Companies House £10 filing fee

Our company formation packages include all fees and the application takes just 5 minutes to complete. £10.00 Companies House Filing Fee Included There is a charge by Companies House of £10.00 for a new company incorporation.

We do not add this price onto the package and it is included with the cost. Simple, transparent and fair pricing from Your Company Formations.

Free Online An online company manager for free.

Our company manager is a great free tool that allows you to manage your company online and keep your details up to date via our website. Your Company Formations online Company Manager is completely free to use and allows you to take control over your company from one easy to use admin portal.

Save time and money by using our company manager to update your companies accounts and statutory filing requirements. Our online company manager gives you the ability to file your company information online direct to companies house. It is quick and easy to use and it allows you to change details such as the registered office address, directors details, change of company name, accounting dates and much more.

As you grow your business, we're on hand with 24/7 online support.

Free accounting services for 3 months

The perfect combination of easy accounting service and great service from chartered certified accountants for freelancers, contractors and small businesses.

You’re setting up a new limited company, or looking to switch accountants, we’ve got the tools and expertise you need.

We can help you find the best package of limited company accountancy support for your business.

3 Month of free Hosting

(from £19.99/pm thereafter)

Virtual Dedicated Servers

Advantages of Physical Server for a Lower Price

Virtual dedicated servers allow using dedicated resources of a processor (CPU), main memory (RAM) and hard disk (HDD). This is an excellent solution when shared hosting capacities are not sufficient any more, but a physical server is not yet needed. Linux operating system is installed in virtual dedicated servers, fixed external IP address is assigned and the server is connected to Internet connection channel.

Email A PDF copy of Certificate of Incorporation.

Company name
Company registration number
The registered office – England and Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland.
The Companies Act under which the company is registered – Companies Act 2006.
Date of incorporation
Company structure, e.g. Limited by shares.
Your Web Filing Authentication Code (required to use the Companies House WebFiling system)

Email A PDF copy of Memorandum and Articles of Association.

A digital copy of your company's Memorandum & Articles of Association. These documents are required to form a company under the Companies Act 2006.

The Memorandum lists the subscribers to the company and confirms their intention to incorporate and take at least one share each.

The Articles of Association defines the rules which govern how the company will be run.

Email A PDF copy of Share Certificate(s).

A digital version of your share certificates sent by email. These official documents provide evidence of your ownership of shares in a limited company.

Email A PDF copy of Company Register with First Entries.

Digital (PDF) Company Register with first entries

A digital version of your company's statutory registers, with the first entries completed at the date of incorporation. Our Company Register contains the following documents:

Register of Applications and Allotments.
Register of Members and Share Ledger.
Register of Transfers.
Register of Mortgages and Charges.
Register of Debentures.
Register of Sealings or Executions.
Register of Directors.
Register of PSC's.
Share Certificate(s).

Hard Copy of Share Certificate(s).

We will send you a printed version of your Printed Share Certificate(s).

A hard copy of the Certificate of Incorporation.

We will send you a printed version of your company's Certificate of Incorporation. This is the document which verifies the company is officially registered with Companies House

A hard copy of your Memorandum & Articles of Association.

AS this is an important document we thoroughly recommend you having a hard copy for your record.

Registration for VAT.

Allow our highly trained staff to handle the formalities of your VAT registration.

If your turnover is expected to exceed £85,000 in the next 12 months, it is a legal requirement to register for VAT, unless the supplies are exempt.

If your turnover is not expected to exceed £85,000, there are a number of reasons why many companies choose to register for VAT voluntarily. For example:

Confirmation Statement (prev. the Annual Return)

Confirmation Statement (Preparation & Filing)

Previously known as the Annual Return

The Confirmation Statement should not be confused with the annual accounts, which are financial documents, usually prepared by an accountant.

Please note: This service is renewable every 12- month and does not include disbursements.

Introduction to an A2 Accounting Accountant

You’ll get the perfect combination of accountancy service for freelancers, contractors, self-employed, and small businesses.

London Registered Office Address (with International Business Address Service)*

Registered Office Address at 7 Bell Yard London WC2A 2JR

Protect the privacy of your home with our prestigious London registered office address.

This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £39.00.

Please note: The forwarding of official registered office mail by scan and email is free. Mail will be forwarded on a daily basis.

1 x London Service Address (with International Business Address Service)*

1 x Service Address 7 Bell Yard London WC2A 2JR

This item provides a service address for one person and is renewable on a 12-month basis at a cost of £29.99 +VAT.

Please note: Forwarding of service address mail by scan and email is free of charge. Mail will be forwarded on a daily basis.

Business Address Service 7 Bell Yard London WC2A 2JR (includes International Forwarding)*

Business Address Service 7 Bell Yard London WC2A 2JR

123Formations London business address service allows you to use our prestigious Covent Garden address for your everyday business correspondence.

A business address in the heart of London’s West End is an excellent way to improve the image of your company and impress potential clients.

All mail will be forwarded to an address of your choice by 1st class post, on a daily basis.

This service is renewable on a 12-month basis at the cost of £94.99

Please note: The forwarding of mail to you is not included. Mail forwarding will be charged at Royal Mail postal rates plus 20%.

Post Free Express Worldwide Delivery**

We include an international courier service so you will safely receive your documents at your chosen address.

* All registered office and service address mail (official government mail) will be scanned and emailed to you free of charge. Business address mail will be forwarded to you at Royal Mail International postal rates plus 20% handling charge.

** Your printed company documents will be sent to you free of charge an international courier service so you will safely receive your documents at your chosen address.

The perfect package for Non-UK residents

What you get

Our Non-Residents package comes with limited company formation off course, pdf copies of your corporate documents sent to you via email. Hard copies of your company documents will also be sent to you via courier any where you are in the world in as little as 2 to 3 days. You also get a registered office address, a service address and a business address for the span of a year.

You also get a host of other services including our accounting services, our online company manager through which you can keep tabs on everything going on with your company, make any changes, carry out VAT registration and many more. We can also link you up with a competent accountant should you need it.

Value you get

The services included in this package are valued at £ 600.99, but for £119.99, you get it all. That’s a huge discount.

Non-Residents Package

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Non-Residents FAQs

Do I have to live in the UK to register a limited company?

No, you don’t. All that is mandatory is that you have a director and a shareholder (can be the same person), and also that you have a registered office address (part of the non-residents package) in the UK.

Do I have to use this package to form my company?

No, you don’t. You are free to use any of our plans in setting up your limited company in the UK, but the non-residents plan is tailor-made to cater to non-UK residents and also provides exceptional value for money.

Can I use my home address instead of those provided?

Yes, you can use your home address either as your business address, registered office address, or as your service address, so long as the address is in the UK. Should you decide to opt out of any of the services included in the non-residents package, you still have to pay the full amount.

Will my company mail be forwarded internationally?

Off course, all mail will be forwarded to you, wherever you are in the world. All mail received at your registered office and service address will be scanned and sent to you via email for free. Other business mail will be sent to you at a cost via the Royal Mail plus a 20% fee for handling.

Do I have to file my company changes with Companies House?

With our online company manager facility, you can make changes to your company via an online portal we provide. Just make any changes you desire and we will help you effect it, so all your records are up to date at Companies House.

We will also handle the preparation and filing of your first Confirmation Statement.

Will you file my annual accounts?

No, but we will link you up with an accountant who can help you with that.

Are there any extra costs?

No extra costs whatsoever.

No extra costs whatsoever. After the first year, you would have to renew your address services.

How much will this package cost after the first year?

There are only 4 renewable services included in this plan. The address services and the filing of confirmation statement. It will cost you £119.99 plus VAT to renew them after a year.

LLP Package

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A limited liability partnership set to do business.

Depending on the workload at Companies House, usually takes between 3 to 6 hours to set up your LLP.

Inclusive of Companies House £10 filing fee.

A PDF copy of Certificate of Incorporation

A PDF copy ofDraft LLP Agreement

A PDF copy of Company Register with First Entries

A Hard copy of Certificate of Incorporation

2 x A Hard copy of the LLP Agreement (if required)

A business bank account for free

An online company manager for free.

Free customer support for a year either via phone or the web.

Maintain Statutory Books

3 Month of free Accounting

Limited liability partnership package

All for £35 plus VAT, you get a package that is ideal for anyone who wants to set up shop like a normal company but would like to have limited liability.

Your LLP is registered with Companies House in no more than 6 hours after we initiate the process, depending on the workload at Companies House. You get a free draft LLP agreement, soft and hard copies of your LLP documents, and access to our online company manager, helping you monitor and manage your LLP details.

Immediately your LLP registration is approved by Companies House, we will send you your certificate of incorporation, your LLP documents, and draft LLP agreement to your email. All you need to do to get a formal LLP agreement is to email us a copy of your completed draft agreement. We will deliver 2 hard copies of the formal agreement to you via premium courier service.

Please note:

You don’t have to get a formal LLP agreement to form a limited liability partnership. But it is important if the contribution of capital or the sharing of profits will be done unequally.

If you are within the UK, your company documents will be delivered to you for free. If you stay outside the UK, you will have to pay for delivery via Royal Mail plus an additional 20%.

Companies with directors or shareholders outside of the UK don’t get the Barclays and Lloyds business bank accounts. Only companies with shareholders and directors within the UK are eligible for that.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Limited Liability Partnership?

A limited liability partnership combines the flexibility of a normal partnership with the limited liability of a limited company.

Do I need to have a Partnership Agreement?

A partnership agreement isn’t compulsory, but it is important and will come in handy when disputes arise.

Limited liability partnerships (LLPs)

An LLP is usually used by professionals who are part of a partnership and want the security of a limited company.

How many partners should an LLP have?

There is no maximum number of partners allowed in a limited liability partnership but there must be at least 2 members.

Limited by Guarantee Package

28.99 +VAT

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Ready to Trade Limited Liability Partnership

3 to 6 Hour Online Formation (Subject to Companies House workload)

Companies House £10 Filing Fee Included

Email Copy of Certificate of Incorporation

Email Copy of Memorandum & Articles of Association

Email Copy of Guarantor Certificate(s)

Email Copy of Company Register with First Entries

Printed Certificate of Incorporation

Bound Memorandum & Articles of Association

Printed Guarantor Certificate(s)

Free Online Company Manager to Maintain your Companies

Free Online & Telephone Support for the Life of your Company

Maintain Statutory Books

3 Month of free Accounting (from £49.99/pm thereafter)

A company registration package designed for non-profit organisations

Our Limited by Guarantee package, at a cost of just £29.99 plus VAT, is ideal for those who wish to set up a limited company for non-profit purposes - i.e. a club, sporting association, community project, workers' cooperative or membership organisation.

This package provides digital and printed company documents, a free client account on our Online Company Manager, allowing you to update company details and report changes to Companies House, and a free .com or .co.uk domain name for one year.

This package is not suitable to form the following companies:

A Charity company.

A company requiring exemption from using the word ‘limited’ in the company name.

A company using the words Association, Benevolent, Federation, Foundation, Society or Trust in the company name.

A Right to Manage company.

To form these companies, please call our customer service team at +44 7533 900001, and we will be happy to assist you.

Please note:

Company documents are delivered free of charge within the UK. For overseas deliveries, Royal Mail postage rates + 20% will be charged.

Limited by Guarantee Package

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Frequently asked questions

What is a company limited by guarantee?

A company limited by guarantee is typically used by non-profit organisations. This type of company has guarantees and guarantors rather than shares and shareholders.

What is the difference between a guarantor and a shareholder?

The main difference is that a guarantor will not normally take any profits out of the business in the way a shareholder would. Instead, all profits are usually re-invested in the company to aid the fulfilment of its objectives.

Why would I choose this package?

It is ideal for anyone setting up a not for profit company such as a workers’ co-operative, membership organisation, club, or sports association.

A limited by guarantee company structure is very popular for non-profit organisations because it provides limited financial liability to the company owners (guarantors). This means their personal finances are legally protected if the company encounters any financial difficulty or is sued.

Is this package suitable for setting up a charity?

No - it is unsuitable for setting up a charity because a charitable company requires a special memorandum and articles of association that details the specific objects of the company. The Model articles provided are unsuitable for this purpose.