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Professional Dormant Company Accounts in Shipley

If your limited company is dormant – whether it has not yet started trading, has stopped trading, or is held for future use – you may still need to prepare and file the correct accounts with Companies House. Micro Entity Accounts provides clear, professional Dormant Company Accounts assistance in Shipley, helping directors understand their obligations and stay compliant without hidden complications. Our qualified accountants offer transparent pricing and a straightforward service, so you can meet Companies House requirements with confidence.

One-Off Fee

£100+ Vat

Dormant Company Accounts Preparation

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

Preparation to Filing of Dormant Company Accounts

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Trusted by UK Businesses for Accounting Support

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 Does a Company Qualify for Dormant Company Accounts?

A company may be considered dormant for accounting purposes if it has no significant accounting transactions during the period. This could apply to a newly incorporated company that has not yet started trading, a company that has stopped trading, or a holding company with no income or expenditure. However, dormancy is not simply about having no sales or employees. It depends on the specific rules and the company’s circumstances. Being dormant for Companies House purposes does not automatically remove the need to file annual accounts; in most cases, a dormant company must still deliver the required accounts. A separate question is dormancy for Corporation Tax purposes with HMRC. These tests are different, and a company may be dormant for one while still having obligations for the other. We can review your circumstances and explain whether dormant company accounts are appropriate for your Shipley company.

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 the annual accounts prepared for a company that has no significant accounting transactions during the accounting period. They are filed with Companies House where required, and they confirm that the company has not undertaken significant activity. Depending on the company's eligibility, these may be prepared under a simplified reporting framework such as micro-entity accounts, but dormancy itself does not guarantee micro-entity status.

Does a dormant company still need to file accounts?

In most circumstances, yes. Even if a company is dormant, it generally remains required to prepare and file annual accounts with Companies House unless a specific exemption applies. Dormancy does not mean the company can ignore its filing obligations, and late filing can carry consequences. Your exact obligation depends on the company's structure and period.

Can a dormant company file micro-entity accounts?

A dormant company may be able to use the micro-entity reporting framework if it qualifies as a micro-entity under the relevant Companies Act criteria. Qualifying conditions include size tests, which not every dormant company will meet. We can help you determine whether micro-entity accounts are available for your company or whether another format is appropriate.

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

Companies House dormancy relates to whether the company has significant accounting transactions and affects the type of annual accounts filed. HMRC dormancy for Corporation Tax is a separate matter. A company may be dormant for Companies House purposes but still need to deal with HMRC, for example by notifying HMRC or continuing to file Corporation Tax returns if required. The definitions and rules differ, so it is important to check both positions.

Does a dormant company still need a confirmation statement?

Yes, in most cases. A confirmation statement is a separate filing made to Companies House to keep the company's registered information up to date. Filing dormant accounts does not replace this requirement. Even a dormant company generally needs to submit a confirmation statement every year, unless it is specifically exempt. We can assist with your confirmation statement alongside your dormant company accounts.

What happens if dormant company accounts are filed late?

If a dormant company does not file its annual accounts by the applicable deadline, Companies House may issue a late-filing penalty. Dormant status does not automatically protect a company from penalties. If accounts have already been filed late, an appeal may be possible depending on the circumstances and the reason for the delay. Our team can help you review your situation and take any appropriate steps to address outstanding filings.

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

Yes. If your Shipley company has missed filing deadlines for dormant company accounts, we can review your records and help prepare the outstanding accounts for submission. We will also look at whether your confirmation statements and Companies House records are up to date. While we cannot guarantee that penalties will be waived, we can help you get back into compliance as quickly as possible.

Trust Your Dormant Company Accounts to the Specialists in Shipley

Directors of dormant companies often worry about missing a filing requirement or confusing their Companies House obligations with HMRC’s Corporation Tax rules. Micro Entity Accounts can help you prepare and file dormant company accounts, keep your confirmation statement up to date, and clarify whether Corporation Tax returns are still needed. We offer clear, fixed-fee priced support from qualified accountants who understand the rules. To discuss your circumstances and get your company back on track, contact our Shipley team today.