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Dormant Company Accounts in Hitchin

If your limited company is dormant – or has become inactive – you may still have statutory filing obligations. At Micro Entity Accounts, we help eligible companies in Hitchin prepare and file dormant company accounts with Companies House, using clear, transparent pricing and a straightforward process. Our qualified accountants understand the distinction between Companies House dormancy and HMRC treatment, so you can meet your obligations with confidence.

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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 You File Dormant Company Accounts in Hitchin?

A company can file dormant company accounts if it is dormant for accounting purposes under the applicable Companies House rules. Dormancy is not simply about having no sales or no employees. It depends on whether the company has had no ‘significant accounting transactions’ during the period. A company that has not yet started trading, has stopped trading, is a holding company, or is retained for future use may be dormant if it meets the relevant conditions. However, even a dormant company normally still needs to file annual accounts and a confirmation statement unless a specific exemption applies. Being dormant for Companies House purposes is different from being dormant for Corporation Tax with HMRC. We can review your circumstances to clarify your status and help you prepare the correct filing.

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 show that the company is not carrying on a business and has no significant accounting transactions during the period. Although the content is simplified, they are still statutory accounts that must meet the relevant requirements and be filed with Companies House where required.

Does a dormant company still need to file accounts?

Yes, in most cases. A company that is dormant for Companies House purposes will normally still need to prepare and file annual accounts unless a specific exemption applies. Similarly, a confirmation statement must usually still be submitted each year. Being dormant does not remove your filing obligations automatically. Our accountants can confirm what is needed based on your company's specific circumstances.

Can a dormant company file micro-entity accounts?

Some dormant companies may also qualify as micro-entities under the micro-entity reporting framework. If eligible, the accounts can be prepared using the simplified format. However, dormancy and micro-entity status are separate matters. Eligibility depends on factors such as your company size and legal structure. We will assess your company and prepare accounts under the appropriate framework.

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

Being dormant for Companies House relates to your annual accounts and whether the company had significant accounting transactions. Being dormant for Corporation Tax is a separate status used by HMRC to determine whether a Corporation Tax Return is required. Filing dormant company accounts with Companies House does not automatically notify HMRC. A company that is dormant for Corporation Tax may need to tell HMRC, and may be able to stop filing CT600 returns once HMRC agrees no returns are due.

Does a dormant company still need a confirmation statement?

Yes, generally. A confirmation statement is a separate Companies House filing, and submitting dormant company accounts does not replace it. Every company must normally deliver a confirmation statement at least once every 12 months, even if it is dormant. The timing depends on your company's confirmation date, and we can help you keep this up to date.

What happens if dormant company accounts are filed late?

If required dormant accounts are not filed by the deadline, Companies House may issue a late-filing penalty. Dormant status does not automatically protect a company from penalties. The amount depends on how late the accounts arrive and whether other accounts are outstanding. If you have missed a deadline, we can discuss the options for bringing your filings up to date, including any late-filing penalty appeal where applicable.

What information is needed to prepare dormant company accounts?

To prepare dormant company accounts in Hitchin, we typically need details such as your company name, registration number, registered office address, accounting period end date, and confirmation that no significant transactions occurred. If there were transactions, such as filing fees or share allotments, these may affect dormancy. We will ask you to confirm the company's position before filing, so you can be sure the accounts are accurate.

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

Yes. If your dormant company has fallen behind with Companies House accounts, we can assist in preparing and filing the outstanding accounts and help you get back on track. We can also review your confirmation statement and Corporation Tax position so that you understand all the obligations that may still apply. Contact us to discuss your situation.

Professional Dormant Company Accounts Support in Hitchin

Directors of dormant companies in Hitchin often worry about whether they need to file accounts, what to send to HMRC, and how to avoid late-filing penalties. Micro Entity Accounts offers practical dormant company accounts preparation and filing support, along with help keeping your Companies House records and confirmation statement up to date. Our qualified, regulated accountants can also clarify whether HMRC needs to be notified about your Corporation Tax status. Get in touch for a straightforward conversation about your company’s requirements.