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Dormant Company Accounts in Dartmouth

Micro Entity Accounts supports eligible limited companies in Dartmouth with their dormant company accounts. Many directors assume that once a company has stopped trading — or has not yet started — it no longer has any filing obligations. That is not always the case. Under current rules, a dormant company may still be required to prepare and file annual accounts with Companies House, depending on its circumstances. We help you understand exactly what applies to your company, prepare the dormant accounts where required and manage the Companies House submission process. Alongside this, we can help clarify whether a confirmation statement is still due and how your Corporation Tax obligations may be affected. Our approach is clear, practical and upfront, with transparent pricing and no hidden costs.

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Dormant Company Accounts Preparation

From preparing dormant company accounts to submitting them with Companies House, we manage the entire process

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What Our Dormant Company Accounts Service Covers

Everything a non-trading limited company needs to stay compliant for the year, handled end to end by qualified UK accountants.

Dormant Company Accounts

We prepare the appropriate dormant company accounts for filing with Companies House, based on your company's circumstances and filing requirements.

Companies House Filing

We submit your dormant accounts electronically and send you written confirmation once they are accepted.

HMRC Corporation Tax Dormancy Support

We notify HMRC that your company is dormant for Corporation Tax, or file a nil CT600 where one has been requested.

Confirmation Statement Support

Optional preparation and filing of your annual confirmation statement so your record stays fully up to date.

Deadline Monitoring

We track your accounting reference date and remind you well before the filing deadline each year.

Accountant Review

A qualified accountant checks that your company genuinely qualifies as dormant before anything is submitted.

When Can Your Company File Dormant Company Accounts in Dartmouth?

A company may be able to file dormant accounts with Companies House if, during the relevant accounting period, it has no significant accounting transactions. In practice, this often applies to companies that have not yet started trading, have stopped trading, or are holding companies with no activity beyond share capital. However, the rules are not always straightforward. For example, certain payments or receipts may or may not break dormancy depending on the circumstances and the applicable Companies Act definitions. It is also essential to distinguish between being dormant for Companies House purposes and being dormant for HMRC Corporation Tax purposes. Even if a company is dormant and files dormant accounts, it may still need to submit a confirmation statement and may also have Corporation Tax reporting obligations to HMRC. Directors of dormant companies across Dartmouth often turn to us for this guidance, and we can help you confirm whether dormant company accounts are the correct route for your business.

A Company May Be Dormant If:

It has been incorporated but has not started trading.

Trading has stopped and the company has no relevant ongoing activity.

Its only transactions are those that Companies House disregards when determining dormancy.

It is being retained for a future business purpose, subject to its actual activities and transactions.

─── How It Works

How The Filing Works

Send us your company details

Give us your company number and accounting reference date. That is usually everything we need to begin.

We confirm dormant status

We review the period against the Companies Act definition of dormancy and flag any transaction that would rule it out.

You approve the accounts

We prepare the dormant accounts and send them for a director's approval by email. No paperwork or postage.

We file and confirm

Your accounts go to Companies House and HMRC is notified. You receive the filed copies and acceptance confirmation.

─── FAQs

Dormant Company Accounts FAQs

Still unsure where you stand? Reach out to our UK team at info@microentityaccounts.co.uk and we will review your filing history with you.

What are dormant company accounts?

Dormant company accounts are annual accounts prepared for a company that is dormant for Companies House purposes. They are filed with Companies House to meet the company's statutory filing obligations. These accounts typically show that the company has had no significant transactions during the financial year and may be simpler than a full set of accounts. However, a dormant company is not exempt from filing accounts simply because it is dormant. The specific filing requirements depend on your company's circumstances, and we can help ensure you meet them correctly.

Does a dormant company still need to file annual accounts?

Yes, in most cases. Dormant status for Companies House purposes does not remove the need to file accounts. Unless a specific exemption applies, a dormant company must still prepare and file annual accounts with Companies House each year. This is separate from the confirmation statement, which is also normally required. Filing dormant accounts is a legal obligation, and failing to do so can lead to late-filing penalties. We can help you understand the exact requirements for your company.

What is the difference between dormant for Companies House and dormant for HMRC?

Companies House and HMRC use different definitions of dormancy. A company may be dormant for Companies House because it has no significant accounting transactions in the period. For Corporation Tax, HMRC has its own rules, and a company may need to notify HMRC if it is dormant for tax purposes. Being dormant at Companies House does not automatically mean HMRC has been informed or that Corporation Tax Returns are no longer required. It is possible for a company to be dormant for one purpose but not the other, so each obligation must be considered separately.

Does a dormant company still need to submit a confirmation statement?

Yes, generally. A confirmation statement is a separate filing with Companies House that confirms your company's registered information is up to date. Filing dormant company accounts does not replace the need to file a confirmation statement. Dormant companies, like all active companies on the register, normally need to submit a confirmation statement every 12 months. This keeps your company's records accurate and ensures you remain compliant. We can help you prepare and submit your confirmation statement alongside your dormant accounts.

Can a dormant company file micro-entity accounts?

Some dormant companies may also qualify as micro-entities under the Companies Act, and if so, they may be able to use the micro-entity reporting framework. However, dormancy and micro-entity status are not the same. Eligibility depends on factors such as turnover, balance sheet total and number of employees. Many dormant companies meet the conditions for micro-entity accounts, but this is not automatic. We can assess your company's eligibility and confirm which accounting framework applies.

What happens if dormant company accounts are filed late?

Late-filing penalties can apply if accounts that are required are submitted after the Companies House filing deadline. Dormant status does not automatically protect your company from late-filing penalties. The penalty amount and whether one is charged will depend on how late the accounts are and the specific circumstances. If you have missed a deadline, it is important to bring the filing up to date as soon as possible. We can help prepare and file the outstanding dormant accounts, but we cannot guarantee that penalties will be reduced or removed.

What information is needed to prepare dormant company accounts?

To prepare dormant company accounts, we generally need your company's registered details, including the company number and registered office address, the accounting period dates, and a record of any transactions during the period. If there have been no significant transactions, we will need confirmation of that. We may also ask for a copy of the previous year's accounts if the company has filed before. We will confirm the exact documents we require after reviewing your company's records.

Can you help bring overdue dormant company accounts up to date?

Yes. If your company has missed filing deadlines but remains on the Companies House register, we can assist by preparing and filing the outstanding dormant company accounts. We can also review whether a confirmation statement is missing and help you address any other Companies House compliance matters. It is always better to sort out overdue filings as soon as possible. While we cannot guarantee that penalties will be cancelled, we can help you get back on track and reduce the risk of further issues.

Dormant Company Accounts in Dartmouth – Let's Get Them Filed Correctly

If you are a director of a dormant limited company in Dartmouth, it is easy to feel uncertain about what still needs to be filed with Companies House and whether HMRC needs to be informed. Micro Entity Accounts offers clear and practical support for dormant company accounts, confirmation statements and related Corporation Tax questions. We will look at your company’s individual position and explain exactly what is required, then prepare and file the necessary documents so you can bring your compliance up to date with confidence. Contact us today to talk through your circumstances and find out how we can help – with transparent pricing and no hidden costs.