As the UK's corporate landscape evolves under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA), Authorised Corporate Service Providers (ACSPs) are no longer just administrative helpers—they're frontline guardians against financial crime.

As we enter 2026, one of the biggest shifts in UK company law is approaching: the full implementation of restrictions on third-party filings under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA). From spring 2026 (exact date to be confirmed by Companies House, expected March–May), the rules for who can submit documents to Companies House on behalf of a company will change significantly.

If you're a director or Person with Significant Control (PSC) of a UK limited company, you've probably heard about the new identity verification requirements introduced by the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA). Since November 2025, all directors and PSCs must be verified with Companies House – and for non-residents, this can feel confusing or time-consuming.