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Dormant Company Accounts in Edinburgh – Simplified Filing for Eligible Companies

Micro Entity Accounts offers professional dormant company accounts support for eligible limited companies in Edinburgh. Our qualified accountants can prepare the necessary annual accounts and handle the Companies House filing for your dormant company, while explaining any ongoing obligations clearly. If you are unsure whether your company is truly dormant or what still needs to be filed, we provide transparent, fixed-fee pricing and straightforward advice. Let us help you maintain accurate records and meet your filing duties without unnecessary complexity.

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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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From newly incorporated companies to established owner-managed businesses, our clients trust us to prepare their accounts accurately and handle their annual filing requirements.

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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 a Company File Dormant Company Accounts in Edinburgh?

A company can generally be treated as dormant for accounting purposes if it has no significant accounting transactions during the period. However, dormancy does not simply mean having no sales or no current trading activity. It depends on the applicable Companies House rules and the individual circumstances of the company. Even where a company is dormant for Companies House purposes, it will usually still have an annual accounts obligation, and a confirmation statement may also be required separately. It is also important to distinguish being dormant for Companies House from being dormant for Corporation Tax, as HMRC applies its own tests. Our team can review your company’s position and confirm which filing obligations apply.

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 accounting purposes. They are filed with Companies House and typically contain a balance sheet and certain explanatory notes, but they are simplified compared with full statutory accounts. The exact content depends on the company's reporting framework and eligibility, including whether it qualifies as a micro-entity. Filing dormant company accounts does not mean that no filing is needed; instead, it is the method by which an eligible dormant company meets its annual accounts obligation.

Does a dormant company still need to file accounts with Companies House?

In most cases, yes. Even if a company is dormant for Companies House purposes, it will generally still have to file annual accounts each year unless a specific exemption applies. Filing dormant company accounts shows the company's position and keeps its record up to date, and a confirmation statement must also be submitted separately. We can confirm what applies to your particular company and prepare the required documents for filing.

Can a dormant company use micro-entity accounts?

Some dormant companies may also qualify as micro-entities and can therefore use the micro-entity reporting framework, which is even simpler than the standard small companies regime. However, dormancy and micro-entity status are separate tests. Eligibility depends on the company's size, legal structure and accounting period, and not every dormant company will automatically qualify. We can review your circumstances and help prepare the accounts framework most appropriate for your company.

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

Being dormant for Companies House purposes relates to the company's accounting transactions and its obligation to file annual accounts. HMRC's dormancy test for Corporation Tax is different and focuses on whether the company is carrying on a business or has any income, expenses or Corporation Tax liabilities. A company may be dormant under both frameworks or only under one. Filing dormant company accounts with Companies House does not automatically notify HMRC, and separate steps may be needed if your company is also dormant for Corporation Tax. We can help you navigate the requirements of both authorities.

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

Yes, a confirmation statement is a separate Companies House filing from annual accounts. It confirms details such as the registered office, directors, shareholders and people with significant control. Most companies, including dormant companies, must submit a confirmation statement every 12 months to keep their record accurate. If it is required and not filed, the company may face late filing consequences. We can assist with preparing and filing confirmation statements for dormant companies in Edinburgh.

Does a dormant company need to file a Corporation Tax Return?

This depends on the company's Corporation Tax position. If a company is dormant for Corporation Tax purposes and HMRC has agreed that no further returns are required, then a CT600 Corporation Tax Return may not need to be submitted. However, the company must usually notify HMRC of its dormancy and should not assume that this status is automatic. If HMRC still expects a return, a CT600 may be needed even for a dormant company. We can review your HMRC status and advise on the appropriate filings.

What information is needed to prepare dormant company accounts?

To prepare dormant company accounts, we typically need the company's name, registered number and accounting period, along with the opening and closing balance sheet positions. We also need to know whether the company has had any significant accounting transactions during the period, because the dormancy rules are strict. Our accountants can guide you through the information required and will often be able to work from existing records or the company's previous filings. We can also assist where dormant company accounts have become overdue.

Dormant Company Accounts in Edinburgh – Let Us Handle the Filing

At Micro Entity Accounts, we understand that the dormancy rules can feel confusing. Many directors in Edinburgh are unsure whether their company is truly dormant, whether accounts still have to be filed, and what HMRC expects. Our qualified, regulated accountants can prepare dormant company accounts, manage the Companies House filing, and offer support with confirmation statements and Corporation Tax queries where applicable. With transparent pricing and clear, practical advice, you can stay on top of your legal responsibilities. Contact our team today to discuss your company’s position and let us take the paperwork off your hands.