For many years, identity verification was viewed as a simple administrative task—something completed once and then forgotten. That approach is no longer sufficient. The introduction of enhanced Companies House identity verification requirements under the UK's evolving corporate transparency framework has transformed identity verification from a one-time event into the foundation of ongoing corporate governance.
Today, verifying the identity of a director or Person with Significant Control (PSC) is only the beginning. Once an individual's identity has been confirmed, that verified identity must be accurately connected to the appropriate corporate roles, supported by up-to-date statutory records, and maintained throughout the life of the company. As directors are appointed or resign, ownership structures evolve, or regulatory obligations change, businesses must ensure that their corporate records continue to reflect reality.
Many organisations discover that completing an identity check through the standard government process leaves them responsible for managing everything that follows. They must monitor filing deadlines, maintain statutory records, retain verification evidence, respond to official correspondence, update director and PSC information, and ensure that their corporate records remain consistent over time. These responsibilities continue long after the initial verification has been completed.
At Coddan CPM, we view identity verification as the gateway to corporate compliance, not the final destination. As a regulated Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP) and Trust or Company Service Provider (TCSP), we integrate secure Identity Document Validation Technology (IDVT) with experienced compliance professionals to help clients build a reliable governance framework around their verified identities. Instead of providing only a document check, we support the wider compliance journey that follows.
Our governance bundles are designed to help businesses move seamlessly from identity verification to ongoing compliance, providing professional oversight, secure record management, compliance monitoring, statutory correspondence handling, role mapping support, and annual governance assistance where applicable. Whether you are an individual director, an overseas entrepreneur, or a multinational business operating across multiple jurisdictions, our services are designed to help you maintain accurate corporate records and remain prepared for future regulatory requirements.
Identity verification that moves at the speed of your business Keep directors and PSCs compliant from day one—and every day after. Coddan CPM handles Companies House ID checks for UK and overseas directors with precision, speed, and zero friction, so your records stay accurate when it matters most.
Authorised verification for UK and international directors
As a regulated ACSP and TCSP provider, we verify identities for UK residents, overseas directors, and PSCs through GOV.UK-recognised processes and international alternatives. Foreign passport validation, cross-border checks, and structural changes are handled securely and swiftly—no matter where your directors are based.
Real humans review every filing before submission
We don't automate compliance away. Every identity check is reviewed manually by our team before it reaches Companies House. You get an in-house verification proxy that catches errors, ensures accuracy, and responds to your queries by phone immediately or email within hours—no voicemail, no delays.
Built for companies that grow and change
From onboarding new directors to managing resignations and restructures, our systems scale with your business. Since 2005, we've helped thousands of companies maintain compliant, up-to-date records through every statutory change—because identity verification isn't a one-time tick box, it's an ongoing responsibility.
A professionally managed governance framework extends well beyond confirming an individual's identity:
Identity Verification → Companies House Personal Code → Director & PSC Role Mapping → Accurate Corporate Records → Statutory Compliance Monitoring → Confirmation Statement Support → Secure Record Retention → Ongoing Corporate Governance
Each stage builds upon the one before it. A weakness at any point can create unnecessary administration, delays or additional compliance work in the future.
That is why our service bundles are structured as complete governance solutions rather than collections of individual products. Instead of purchasing separate services as new compliance obligations arise, you benefit from an integrated framework designed to support your company throughout the year.
Choosing a bundled compliance solution provides more than convenience. It creates continuity.
With a single governance partner, your identity verification, corporate records, compliance reminders, statutory correspondence, Companies House monitoring and supporting documentation are managed within one coordinated framework. This reduces administrative complexity, helps maintain consistency across your corporate records, and provides a stronger foundation for future filings, regulatory reviews and business due diligence.
Rather than asking, "How do I verify my identity?", the better question for today's business environment is:
"Who will help keep my company compliant after my identity has been verified?"
That is the role our governance bundles are designed to fulfil.
Every business has different compliance responsibilities, operational challenges and governance requirements. A sole director of a newly formed company does not require the same level of support as an international group managing directors, shareholders and Persons with Significant Control (PSCs) across multiple jurisdictions.
That is why Coddan CPM has developed a progressive portfolio of governance solutions rather than a single "one-size-fits-all" identity verification service.
Each bundle builds upon the previous one, providing an increasingly comprehensive level of regulatory oversight, statutory administration and corporate governance support. As your business grows, your compliance framework can grow with it—without the need to change providers or rebuild your internal compliance processes.
Think of our packages as four levels of corporate governance maturity, each designed to solve a different stage of your business journey.
Level 1 — Professional Attestation™ ACSP Identity Verification Suite
Best for: Individual Directors, PSCs, LLP Members and Companies Requiring Professional Identity Verification
Perfect if you simply need expert identity verification—but expect more than an automated document check.
This entry-level governance package is designed for directors, Persons with Significant Control (PSCs), LLP members and overseas entrepreneurs who require a professionally managed Companies House identity verification service through a regulated Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP).
Using secure Identity Document Validation Technology (IDVT) supported by experienced compliance professionals, we review your application, help resolve verification issues where possible, support role mapping for directors and PSCs, maintain secure verification records and provide a structured compliance framework that extends beyond successful verification.
Ideal for individuals who have:
This package establishes the essential compliance foundation upon which all higher governance levels are built.
Level 2 — International Board™ Compliance Suite
Best for: Overseas Directors Managing UK Companies Remotely
Identity verification is only one part of successfully managing a UK company from abroad.
International directors often face additional challenges, including receiving official Companies House correspondence, maintaining a compliant UK registered office, monitoring statutory obligations and responding quickly to regulatory requests while operating across different time zones.
The International Board™ Compliance Suite combines expert identity verification with professional UK administrative infrastructure, creating an operational base that supports directors wherever they are located.
In addition to identity verification, this package provides:
For overseas entrepreneurs, this package transforms identity verification into an ongoing managed compliance service.
Level 3 — Overseas Enterprise Suite™
Best for: Overseas-Owned Companies Requiring Full Annual Compliance Management
Designed for businesses—not just individual directors.
As companies expand internationally, compliance becomes significantly more complex. Multiple directors, changing ownership structures, statutory filing deadlines, governance records and ongoing Companies House obligations all require coordinated management throughout the year.
The Overseas Enterprise Suite™ delivers a fully integrated compliance programme combining ACSP identity verification, registered office services, director and PSC service addresses, annual statutory administration and dedicated governance support within one annual package.
Your business benefits from:
Rather than purchasing multiple compliance services separately, businesses receive one professionally managed governance solution designed specifically for overseas-owned UK companies.
Level 4 — Enterprise Identity Verification Suite™
Best for: New UK Companies Seeking Institutional-Level Governance from Day One
Our flagship governance solution for ambitious founders, international entrepreneurs and high-growth businesses.
The Enterprise Identity Verification Suite™ combines premium UK company formation with enterprise-grade governance support, creating a complete compliance infrastructure before your business even begins trading.
Rather than incorporating a company first and solving governance issues later, this package establishes professional compliance systems from the very beginning.
The suite includes:
This is the highest level of governance support offered by Coddan CPM and is designed for businesses that view regulatory compliance as an investment in long-term growth, credibility and operational resilience.
Which Governance Level Is Right for You?
Instead of asking Which package is cheapest?
, consider What level of governance does my business require?
| Governance Level | Recommended For | Ideal Solution |
| Level 1 – Verified | Individual directors, PSCs and LLP members requiring professional identity verification | Professional Attestation™ ACSP Identity Verification Suite |
| Level 2 – Connected | Overseas directors needing a UK compliance presence and secure administration | International Board™ Compliance Suite |
| Level 3 – Managed | Overseas-owned companies requiring ongoing statutory administration and governance support | Overseas Enterprise Suite™ |
| Level 4 – Enterprise | New companies, international founders and high-growth businesses requiring premium formation and institutional governance | Enterprise Identity Verification Suite™ |
As your business develops, your compliance obligations evolve. Our governance bundles are designed to evolve with you—providing a clear pathway from professional identity verification to comprehensive, year-round corporate governance.
Compliance That Grows With Your Business
Whether you require expert identity verification for a single director or a fully managed governance framework for an international corporate group, Coddan CPM provides a solution that aligns with your current requirements while supporting your future growth.
Choose the governance level that matches your business today—and build the compliance framework you'll need tomorrow.
Every business has different compliance requirements. Some directors simply need professional identity verification, while others require ongoing governance, statutory administration and a long-term compliance partner.
Our four governance bundles are designed to support businesses at different stages of their corporate journey. As your business grows, your compliance framework can grow with you.
| Feature | Professional Attestation™ | International Board™ Compliance Suite | Overseas Enterprise Suite™ | Enterprise Identity Verification Suite™ |
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| Recommended For | Individual Directors, PSCs & LLP Members | Overseas Directors Managing UK Companies | Overseas-Owned UK Companies | New UK Companies & High-Growth Businesses |
| Annual Price | £40 + VAT per person (Fast-Track available) | £299 + VAT | £499 + VAT | Premium Formation Package (Contact Us) |
| Governance Level | Level 1 – Verified | Level 2 – Connected | Level 3 – Managed | Level 4 – Enterprise |
| Professional ACSP Identity Verification | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Secure IDVT Document Validation | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Manual Compliance Review |
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✔ Priority Support |
| Verification Issue Resolution | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Companies House Personal Code Support | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ Advanced |
| Director & PSC Role Mapping | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ Continuous Monitoring |
| Secure Verification Record Retention | ✔ | ✔ |
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| Compliance Calendar & Annual Reminders | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Governance Audit File | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ Enhanced | ✔ Enterprise-Level |
| UK Registered Office Address | — | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ Central London |
| Director Service Address | >— | — | ✔ | ✔ |
| PSC Service Address | — | — | ✔ | ✔ |
| Secure Digital Mail Handling | — | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ Premium |
| Encrypted Document Storage | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ Cloud Access | ✔ Enterprise Portal |
| Companies House Compliance Monitoring | Basic | Standard> | Comprehensive | Continuous Monitoring |
| Confirmation Statement (CS01) Coordination | — | — | ✔ | ✔ |
| Companies House Record Monitoring | — | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ Advanced |
| Dedicated Compliance Concierge | — | — | ✔ | ✔ Priority |
| Premium UK Company Formation | — | —< | — | ✔ |
| Bespoke Share Capital Structuring | — | — | — | ✔ |
| Corporate Governance Framework | Basic Compliance | Remote Governance | Fully Managed Annual Governance | Institutional Governance Framework |
| Best Business Stage | Identity Verification | Remote Company Management | Annual Corporate Compliance | Company Formation, Growth & Long-Term Governance |
Choose this package if you:
Ideal for overseas directors who manage a UK company remotely.
Choose this package if you:
Ideal for overseas-owned companies that need a complete annual compliance solution.
Choose this package if you:
Our flagship solution for ambitious founders, international entrepreneurs and high-growth businesses.
Choose this package if you:
The Governance Journey
Every package builds on the previous one, allowing your compliance framework to evolve alongside your business.
Level 1 – Verified
Professional Attestation™
Professional identity verification with expert ACSP oversight.
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Level 2 – Connected
International Board™ Compliance Suite
Identity verification combined with a UK compliance presence and secure administration.
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Level 3 – Managed
Overseas Enterprise Suite™
Complete annual governance, statutory administration and ongoing compliance management.
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Level 4 – Enterprise
Enterprise Identity Verification Suite™
Premium company formation with institutional-grade governance, strategic compliance and long-term business support.
One Compliance Partner. Four Levels of Governance.
Whether you simply need your identity verified or require a fully managed corporate governance framework, Coddan CPM provides a scalable solution that grows with your business—helping you maintain compliance, strengthen corporate transparency and navigate the evolving Companies House regulatory landscape with confidence.
Choosing the right compliance solution is not simply about comparing prices—it's about selecting the level of governance your business requires today, while ensuring you have the support to meet tomorrow's regulatory obligations.
Whether you are verifying your identity for the first time, managing a UK company from overseas, or establishing a new business with ambitious growth plans, each of our governance bundles has been designed to address a specific stage of your corporate journey.
Use the guide below to identify the package that best matches your circumstances.
Choose Professional Attestation™ ACSP Identity Verification Suite if...
This package is ideal for individuals who primarily need expert Companies House identity verification supported by a regulated Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP).
It is the right choice if you:
Best suited for: Individual directors, PSCs, LLP members, company officers and overseas entrepreneurs.
Choose International Board™ Compliance Suite if...
This package is designed for directors who manage a UK company while living outside the United Kingdom.
It is the right choice if you:
Best suited for: Overseas directors, digital entrepreneurs, e-commerce businesses, international consultants and remote company owners.
Choose Overseas Enterprise Suite™ if...
This package is designed for businesses that require a fully managed annual compliance solution rather than individual services.
It is the right choice if you:
Best suited for: Overseas-owned companies, multinational businesses, international investment structures and established UK subsidiaries.
Choose Enterprise Identity Verification Suite™ if...
This is our flagship governance solution, designed for businesses that want to establish strong compliance foundations from the moment they incorporate.
It is the right choice if you:
Best suited for: International founders, ambitious start-ups, venture-backed businesses, high-growth companies and entrepreneurs seeking long-term governance support.
I only need Companies House identity verification
→ Professional Attestation™ ACSP Identity Verification Suite
I live overseas and need a UK compliance presence
→ International Board™ Compliance Suite
I already own a UK company and want someone to manage my annual compliance
→ Overseas Enterprise Suite™
I'm starting a new UK company and want everything professionally managed from day one
→ Enterprise Identity Verification Suite™
Still Not Sure Which Package to Choose?
If your circumstances are more complex—for example, you have multiple directors, several Persons with Significant Control (PSCs), international shareholders, or a multi-jurisdictional ownership structure—our compliance specialists can help you identify the most appropriate governance solution before you place your order.
Because every business is different, we take the time to understand your corporate structure, compliance obligations and future plans before recommending the package that offers the greatest long-term value.
Identity verification may be your first compliance obligation, but it is rarely your last. By selecting the governance bundle that reflects your current business stage, you gain a structured compliance framework that supports accurate corporate records, statutory administration and ongoing regulatory confidence as your business evolves.
What Happens After You Purchase?
Choosing one of our governance bundles is only the first step. From the moment your order is received, our compliance team begins a structured onboarding process designed to help you complete your Companies House identity verification efficiently while establishing the governance framework included within your chosen package.
Unlike automated platforms that simply provide access to an identity check, Coddan CPM assigns your application to experienced compliance professionals who oversee each stage of the process. Depending on the bundle you have selected, we also begin setting up your compliance infrastructure, ensuring your company is prepared not only for today's verification requirements but also for its ongoing statutory obligations.
Our objective is simple: to make your transition from customer to fully supported client as smooth, secure and transparent as possible.
Step 1 – Order Confirmation & Welcome
Immediately after your purchase, you will receive a confirmation email containing your order details, secure onboarding instructions and information about the next stages of the process.
Our compliance team reviews your order and confirms the services included within your selected governance bundle.
Step 2 – Secure Identity Verification Onboarding
You will receive instructions explaining how to begin your identity verification.
Depending on your circumstances and the package selected, this may include:
Our compliance specialists remain available throughout the process if you require assistance.
Step 3 – Professional ACSP Verification Review
Once your documents have been submitted, our regulated Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP) team begins the verification process.
This includes:
If additional information is required, we will contact you promptly and explain exactly what is needed.
Step 4 – Governance Setup
As soon as verification is progressing successfully, we begin establishing the governance services included within your chosen bundle.
Depending on your package, this may include:
This ensures your compliance infrastructure is established from the outset.
Step 5 – Companies House Compliance Support
Following successful identity verification, we continue supporting your ongoing compliance obligations.
Where included within your bundle, we assist with:
Our role extends beyond successful verification to help maintain accurate corporate records over time.
Step 6 – Ongoing Governance & Annual Support
Your governance journey does not end once your identity has been verified.
Throughout your subscription period, we continue providing the professional services included within your package, helping your business remain organised and prepared for future compliance requirements.
Depending on your chosen bundle, this ongoing support may include:
A Simple Six-Step Process
Purchase Your Bundle
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Receive Secure Onboarding Instructions
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Complete Your ACSP Identity Verification
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We Establish Your Governance Framework
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Your Companies House Compliance Is Organised
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Receive Ongoing Annual Governance Support
Many providers complete the identity verification process and leave you to manage everything that follows.
Our governance bundles are designed differently.
Rather than simply verifying your identity, we help establish the professional infrastructure needed to support your company's ongoing compliance with Companies House requirements. Depending on the package you choose, this may include registered office services, statutory correspondence management, compliance monitoring, governance documentation and annual administrative support.
The result is a coordinated governance framework that helps reduce administrative burden, maintain accurate corporate records and provide greater confidence as your business grows.
Whether you select our Professional Attestation™ package or our flagship Enterprise Identity Verification Suite™, every client follows the same philosophy:
Verify with confidence. Organise your compliance. Maintain strong corporate governance.
Why These Bundles Cost More Than a Simple GOV.UK Verification
One of the most common questions we are asked is:
Why should I pay for a governance bundle when I can verify my identity through GOV.UK at no cost?
It's a fair question—and the answer lies in understanding the difference between identity verification and corporate compliance.
The GOV.UK identity verification service is designed to confirm an individual's identity so they can meet a statutory requirement. It performs an important function, but it is intentionally limited in scope. It does not provide ongoing compliance management, corporate administration or personalised guidance beyond the verification process.
Our governance bundles are designed for businesses and directors who require more than a successful identity check. They provide the professional infrastructure, regulatory oversight, and administrative support needed to maintain compliance long after verification is complete.
You're Not Paying for an Identity Check
You're investing in a professionally managed compliance framework.
Every governance bundle combines identity verification with services that continue to deliver value throughout the year.
Depending on the package you choose, this may include:
These are services that extend well beyond the scope of a standard government identity check.
Free Verification Doesn't Include Ongoing Governance
The GOV.UK verification service helps establish who you are.
Our governance bundles help your company demonstrate that it remains compliant.
After identity verification has been completed, businesses are still responsible for maintaining accurate corporate records, monitoring statutory obligations, managing Companies House correspondence, coordinating annual filings and ensuring that director and PSC information remains current.
For many business owners—particularly overseas directors and companies with multiple officers—these ongoing responsibilities can become more time-consuming than the verification process itself.
Our bundles are designed to help manage that continuing compliance journey.
Professional Expertise When You Need It Most
Automated systems work well for many straightforward applications. However, not every business has straightforward circumstances.
You may have:
Where appropriate, our experienced compliance professionals provide guidance throughout the verification process and help clients understand the practical steps needed to meet their Companies House obligations.
One Provider Instead of Multiple Services
Many businesses purchase compliance services individually over time.
They start with identity verification, later need a registered office, then purchase mail forwarding, arrange service addresses, seek assistance with Confirmation Statements and eventually require ongoing compliance monitoring.
Managing these services separately often means dealing with multiple suppliers, multiple renewal dates and fragmented corporate records.
Our governance bundles bring these essential services together within one professionally managed framework, helping simplify administration while providing greater continuity throughout the year.
Compliance Is an Ongoing Business Responsibility
Identity verification is completed once.
Corporate governance continues for as long as your company exists.
Each year your business may need to:
Our governance bundles are designed to support these ongoing responsibilities—not simply the initial verification event.
Which Option Is Right for You?
The GOV.UK Verification Route may be suitable if you:
A Coddan CPM Governance Bundle may be more suitable if you:
The Real Value Is Everything That Happens After Verification
Identity verification is only one milestone in the life of a company.
The real challenge is maintaining accurate records, meeting statutory deadlines and keeping your business organised as regulations evolve.
That is why our governance bundles focus on the complete compliance lifecycle—from professional identity verification and Companies House onboarding through to ongoing governance, corporate record management and annual compliance support.
You're not simply purchasing an identity verification service.
You're investing in a professional governance framework designed to support your business long after your identity has been verified.<