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Director Appointment & Resignation Bundle
Replace a Director in One Simple Step
Need to appoint a new director and remove an existing one? Our Director Appointment & Resignation Bundle makes the process smooth, fast, and fully compliant. We handle both the AP01 (appointment) and TM01 (resignation) forms, complete secure ID checks for the new director, update your statutory records, and provide confirmation from Companies House—all in one seamless service.
Why Choose the Appointment & Resignation Bundle?
When replacing a director, it’s easier and more efficient to manage both changes at the same time. Our combined service ensures everything is handled correctly in one go, reducing the risk of errors or delays. From ID verification to Companies House filings, we take care of the entire process so your company records remain accurate and compliant.
How It Works
- Order the Bundle Service: Provide the details of the incoming and departing directors.
- Complete the ID Check: The incoming director verifies their identity online.
- Receive Confirmation: The incoming director receives the Companies House personal code directly to their email.
- We File the AP01 & TM01: Both forms are prepared and submitted to Companies House.
Why Use This Service
Our bundle saves time by combining both processes into one. You avoid duplicating admin, reduce the chance of errors, and keep your company fully compliant with Companies House requirements. It’s the fastest, simplest, and most reliable way to replace a director.
Our Frequently Asked Questions
In this section you will find the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.
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Once we receive the completed instruction form, our Company Secretarial Team will invite the new director to complete a quick online ID check. After the ID check is approved, we submit the director’s details to Companies House, who will email the unique personal code directly to the new director. The director must then provide us with this code so we can file the appointment. Companies House usually confirms the new director appointment within 24 working hours.
Once we receive the completed instruction form, our Company Secretarial Team will prepare and submit the resignation to Companies House. Companies House usually confirms the director’s resignation within 24 working hours.
Directors do not have to be shareholders or persons with significant control (PSC). However, if existing shareholders want to offer shares to the directors, the director will also need to be added as a shareholder (and a PSC if the director has 25% or more shares in the company). We recommend purchasing our Company Secretarial Service which includes Director Appointment & Resignation, Issue and Transfer of Shares and Confirmation Statement Service included at a discounted price.
Once we receive the completed instruction form, our Company Secretarial Team will invite the new director to complete a quick online ID check. After the ID check is approved, we submit the director’s details to Companies House, who will email the unique personal code directly to the new director. The director must then provide us with this code so we can file the appointment. Companies House usually confirms the new director appointment within 24 working hours.
To be appointed as a company director, an individual must:
- be at least 16 years old
- not be an undischarged bankrupt
- not be a disqualified director
A private limited company must have at least one human (natural person) director. Although you can appoint another limited company as a director of your company, there must be at least one human director appointment as well. There is no maximum limit to how many directors a company may have prescribed by law.
Directors do not have to be shareholders or persons with significant control (PSC). However, if existing shareholders want to offer shares to the directors, the director will also need to be added as a shareholder (and a PSC if the director has 25% or more shares in the company). We recommend purchasing our Company Secretarial Service which includes Director Appointment & Resignation, Issue and Transfer of Shares and Confirmation Statement Service included at a discounted price.
If you’re a director of a registered company, some of your details will be made public. This includes your:
- Name
- Nationality
- Occupation
- Month and year of your date of birth
- Correspondence address for the public register
If you would like to protect your home address from appearing on the Companies House public register, we recommend taking up our Registered Office Service. This allows you to use our address as the Director’s Correspondence address and prevents unsolicited mail and visitors from arriving at your home.
Once we receive the completed instruction form, our Company Secretarial Team will prepare and submit the resignation to Companies House. Companies House usually confirms the director’s resignation within 24 working hours.
We require the following information to resign a director:
- Full name of director
- Date of resignation
A private limited company must have at least one human (natural person) director. Although you can appoint another limited company as a director of your company, there must be at least one human director appointment as well. There is no maximum limit to how many directors a company may have prescribed by law.