Significant changes are fast approaching with regard to becoming an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP). As you would expect, this is something we have been closely monitoring since the concept was first announced. See our blog What is an authorised corporate service provider (ACSP)? first published in November 2023.
Registering as an authorised corporate service provider (ACSP) is a new requirement designed to help Companies House track who is verifying the identity of individuals involved in companies and filing information on the public register. An ACSP is a type of intermediary between limited companies, LLPs, limited partnerships and Companies House.
You can apply to become an ACSP here: Apply to register as a Companies House authorised agent - GOV.UK
Identity checks via Inform Direct
There is a facility to complete the required identity checks from Inform Direct via BrightChecks, please see How to send an identity check request.
Whether the check is done via Inform Direct or other means, a personal code for the verified individual must be recorded. See How to add a Companies House personal code.