UK Company Strike-Off Guide

How to Strike Off a Ltd in England & Wales

Striking off your Ltd in England & Wales is handled through Companies House. Strike Off Online handles the standard filing workflow for £82.99 + VAT.

Service Fee

£82.99

Currency

GBP

Processing

60-90 Days (Statutory Gazetting)

Expedited

Not Available

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Filing Agency

Companies House

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Required Form: Form DS01 (DS01)

Requirements for Ltd Strike-Off in England & Wales

1Company has not traded or sold off any stock in the last 3 months.
2Company has not changed names in the last 3 months.
3Company is not threatened with liquidation or has any agreements with creditors (e.g., CVA).

Step-by-Step: How to Strike Off Your Ltd

Formal Director Resolution

Adopt a formal resolution by the board of directors authorizing the voluntary strike-off.

Submit Form DS01

File Form DS01 with Companies House and pay the statutory filing fee.

Notify Interested Parties

You must send a copy of the strike-off application to all interested parties (creditors, employees, shareholders) within 7 days.

Cost to Strike Off a Ltd in England & Wales

Strike Off Online Service Fee	£82.99 + VAT
Companies House workflow	Included where applicable
Total	£82.99 + VAT

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Companies House fee to strike off an LTD in England & Wales?

The official statutory fee is £0. Swift Dissolve provides full document preparation and filing for a flat fee.

How long does England & Wales take to complete an LTD strike-off?

After Companies House accepts the application, a notice is published in the Gazette. It takes at least 2 months before the company is officially struck off the register.

What happens if I abandon my business instead of officially dissolving?

If you do not file accounts and confirmation statements, Companies House may forcibly strike off the company, which can negatively impact the directors' credit ratings.