Can you file SH01 electronically?

The SH01 can be filed either electronically or in paper form, and must be received by Companies House within one month of the share allotment(s). A single SH01 filing can include a series of allotments, but the filing must be in the hands of Companies House within 30 days of the first allotment date.

How do I file a SH01 form?

The SH01 form must be filed within one month of the shares being allotted. Once the form SH01 is accepted by Companies House, the details included in the return will be shown on the public register. The directors can either file the form SH01 on paper or electronically.

What is an SH01 form?

An SH01 form is used to tell Companies House when new shares are allotted in a private limited company. This is also known as a ‘return of allotment of shares’.

Can you file form sh06 online?

We’ve created this online service to allow paperless filing. You should use this service to help us register your information as quickly as possible.

How do I fill out Form SH01?

The following are are important when completing form SH01: You enter the correct amounts in section 3 (Shares allotted), and specifically the nominal value of each share, the amount paid per share and the amount unpaid per share as these include any share premium – our article on unpaid shares explains the key terms.

What does SH01 stand for?

Return of allotment of shares (SH01) Use this form to give notice of shares allotted following incorporation. Include the optional continuation pages if needed.

Does it automatically send the required SH01 to Companies House?

It automatically sends the required form SH01 to Companies House completed with the correct information, produces share certificates and fully updates a comprehensive set of company registers. A previous version of this article was originally published on 17 April 2014.