Business Support
UK Company Formation & Immigration Assistance
At LawSentis, we provide a complete package of UK business support services—from company registration and bank account opening to accounting, tax compliance, and business visa assistance.
Our services are particularly valuable for clients who:
- Move to the UK under a business visa.
- Plan to start or expand a business in the UK.
- Require accounting, taxation, and compliance support for an existing UK company.
How we can help
Our UK business support service offers end-to-end assistance for entrepreneurs and investors aiming to establish or expand in the United Kingdom. We help you choose the right company type and legal structure, identify profitable sectors, and prepare Home Office–compliant business plans that strengthen your visa applications. From registering your company with Companies House to opening UK business and personal bank accounts, we ensure every step is handled efficiently.
For your early-stage operations, we can arrange a virtual office and provide expert advice on taxation, accounting, and reporting obligations. We also guide you in accessing credit facilities and state-backed support programmes to boost your business growth.
Key aspects of our support include:
- Guidance on UK company types and legal structures.
- Market analysis of profitable and promising sectors.
- Preparation of Home Office–compliant business plans.
- Company registration with Companies House.
- Opening business and personal bank accounts in the UK.
Business visa and business plan
For clients entering the UK on a business immigration route—such as the Innovator Founder visa—the process begins with selecting the correct visa category and preparing a business plan that meets the standards of endorsing bodies approved by the Home Office.
A strong business plan is critical to visa approval. If an endorsing body does not approve the plan, we make targeted adjustments and resubmit with improved evidence and supporting documents.
Once the business plan is approved, you can apply for your UK business visa, which typically allows you to bring your spouse and dependent children (but not parents).
Company registration in the UK
We assist you through every stage of setting up your UK company, starting with registering your business with Companies House and ensuring all legal requirements are met. Our team advises on the most suitable tax registrations — such as VAT and Corporation Tax — depending on the nature and scale of your operations. We help you select the correct business activities by choosing the right Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes, ensuring compliance and clarity for both the Home Office and HMRC.
Most importantly, we guide you in choosing the most appropriate company structure for your goals, whether you are establishing a small private enterprise, a partnership, or a public corporation. We also advise on whether it is more tax-efficient for the director to register as self-employed or operate solely as a company director.
Our support covers:
- Registering your company with Companies House.
- Deciding on necessary tax registrations (VAT, Corporation Tax).
- Selecting accurate business activities (SIC codes).
Advising on the most suitable company structure:
- Public Limited Company (PLC)
- Private Limited Company (LTD)
- Company Limited by Guarantee
- Unlimited Company (UNLTD)
- Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
- Community Interest Company (CIC)
- Royal Charter (RC)
We also advise on whether it is more tax-efficient for the director to register as self-employed or operate solely as a company director.
Opening a bank account
We guide you through opening a UK bank account, helping you choose between online banks and High Street banks.
Our advice covers:
- Requirements for opening personal and corporate accounts.
- Handling cash transactions within UK banking rules.
- Best practices for recording cash in company accounts.
For business visa holders, we assist with opening both a company account and a personal account after company registration.
Office solutions
We help you secure the right office space for your needs:
- Renting a traditional office.
- Starting in co-working spaces.
- Leasing office space in large commercial buildings.
- Setting up a virtual office for early-stage operations.
Accounting, taxes, fines & loans
Accounting, taxes, fines & loans, Our accounting department is licensed under a Chartered Accountant Licence, which allows us to:
- Prepare and submit annual accounts and tax returns.
- Handle complex tax issues and disputes with HMRC.
- Challenge fines for late submissions.
- Advise on VAT, Corporation Tax, and PAYE payroll obligations.
- Provide full outsourced accounting services so you don’t need to hire in-house staff.
By partnering with our accounting team, you ensure:
- Access loans and credit facilities.
- Secure better supplier terms.
- Increase investor confidence.
We also assist in securing UK business loans and funding, including advice on eligibility requirements.
Building your company’s credit rating
In the UK, both the company and the company director have credit ratings, and they are closely linked.
A strong credit rating can help your business:
- Access loans and credit facilities.
- Secure better supplier terms.
- Increase investor confidence.
However, even with high company turnover, a lack of permanent residency for the director may result in bank lending restrictions. We advise on strategies to improve both personal and company credit scores to enhance borrowing potential.
If you are planning to start a business in the UK or have already registered your company and need professional support, contact LawSentis via WhatsApp or book a consultation today.
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