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There are various addresses that need to be submitted to the registrar of companies when a company is formed. But some of these addresses can change during the lifetime of the business. So how can you update Companies House with a change of address?<\/p>\n

In this blog, we will explain some of the different addresses which are held by Companies House and how to change these. We will also consider the value of changing your address for reasons of privacy.<\/p>\n

Which addresses might need to be changed at Companies House?<\/h3>\n

Before we explain how a Companies House change of address works, let\u2019s first highlight the types of address relating to companies that are held by the registrar:<\/p>\n

Registered office address<\/h4>\n

A registered office address is essentially the official address of a limited company. It is used to register a company at Companies House.<\/p>\n

In addition, the registered office address should be used in any official company documents and correspondence, displayed on all company stationery, email footers, and websites.<\/p>\n

The registered office address is displayed on the public register. If the registered office address changes, Companies House must be informed within 14 days.<\/p>\n

Company directors\u2019 correspondence address<\/h4>\n

The correspondence address of each company director is also held on the public register. A correspondence address is also known as a service address and is regulated by section 1140 of the Companies Act 2006<\/a>.<\/p>\n

If a company director\u2019s service address changes, this change of address must be updated at Companies House.<\/p>\n

Directors\u2019 home address<\/h4>\n

As well as their correspondence addresses, each company director must submit their full home address to be held by Companies House. These home addresses are only held for official purposes and are therefore not viewable by the general public.<\/p>\n

If a director\u2019s home address changes, Companies House must be informed ASAP so that it can update its records.<\/p>\n

SAIL<\/h4>\n

Some companies choose to use a single alternative inspection location (SAIL) address in addition to a registered office address.<\/p>\n

A SAIL address is used for purposes of public inspection of statutory records if a company wants to keep this location separate from their registered office address. SAIL addresses are kept on the public register.<\/p>\n

How does a Companies House change of address work?<\/h3>\n

It is very simple to change any of the relevant addresses related to a company. This can be done by logging in to the Companies House website<\/a> and following these steps:<\/p>\n