Companies House confirms mandatory ID verification for company directors and PSCs from 18 Nov 2025 – aiming to tighten corporate transparency and crack down on fraud

The rollout, phased over 12 months, will affect an estimated 6–7 million individuals, with new directors required to verify their identity upon appointment and existing directors and PSCs completing verification in line with their next confirmation statement or appointed-day requirements. Verification can be completed quickly online via GOV.UK One Login or through…