Company Dissolution Service

Company Dissolution Services UK – Legally Strike Off Your Company with Confidence

Looking to close your limited company? Whether you’ve stopped trading, no longer need the business, or want to avoid penalties from Companies House or HMRC, our expert Company Dissolution Service provides everything you need to legally and efficiently strike off your company — with full compliance and zero hassle.

At Odiri Tax Consultants, we help UK business owners navigate the complexities of voluntary strike-off under the Companies Act 2006, ensuring your company is closed properly, final tax matters are resolved, and no future liabilities are left behind.

Based in Peterborough | Serving clients across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland

What Is Company Dissolution (Voluntary Strike Off)?

Company dissolution (also known as a voluntary strike off) is a formal process where a company’s directors apply to have the business removed from the Companies House register. Once dissolved:

The company no longer legally exists
There’s no need to file annual accounts, Corporation Tax returns, or VAT
Directors are relieved of legal obligations under the Companies Act

Ideal for dormant companies, non-trading entities, or those no longer required

Legal Requirements for Voluntary Strike Off

Under Companies Act 2006, your company must meet specific conditions to apply for voluntary dissolution:

Has not traded or carried on business in the last 3 months
Has not changed its name in the last 3 months
Has no ongoing legal proceedings
Has no outstanding debts, tax, or liabilities
Has not disposed of assets below market value in the last 3 months
Has settled all affairs and notified interested parties (HMRC, creditors, employees)

Our Company Dissolution Service – What’s Included

At Odiri Tax Consultants, we understand that closing a company can be both complex and time-sensitive. That’s why we offer a comprehensive, fully-managed Company Dissolution Service designed to ensure your company is dissolved legally, efficiently, and with no loose ends. Our process is tailored for UK directors looking to voluntarily strike off their limited company, whether it’s dormant, no longer needed, or ceased trading.

Here’s what you can expect from our expert service:

Full Eligibility Assessment

Before we begin, we conduct a thorough review to confirm your company qualifies for voluntary strike off under the Companies Act 2006.

We check:

Whether your company has ceased trading for at least 3 months
If any assets, liabilities, or legal proceedings remain
Your company’s compliance status with HMRC and Companies House

We won’t proceed until we’re confident your application will not be rejected.

Final Accounts & Corporation Tax Submission

HMRC requires that all tax affairs are settled before a company can be legally dissolved. We will:

Prepare and file your final statutory accounts
Submit the final Corporation Tax return (CT600)
Calculate and confirm any outstanding tax liabilities
Advise on VAT and PAYE deregistration (if applicable)
We liaise directly with HMRC to ensure everything is closed properly — preventing objections or penalties later.

DS01 Form Preparation & Filing

We handle the legal documentation required to remove your company from the Companies House register:

Complete and file the DS01 form
Draft the board resolution and secure director signatures
Ensure supporting documents are correctly formatted and submitted

All documents are prepared in line with Companies House strike-off requirements to ensure acceptance.

Stakeholder Notifications

You’re legally required to inform all relevant parties within 7 days of applying to strike off a company. We prepare and issue professional notices to:

HMRC (Corporation Tax, VAT, PAYE departments)
Creditors and suppliers
Employees and pension providers
Banks, insurers, landlords, or any contractual partners
We ensure all parties are properly informed, reducing the risk of strike-off objections.

Gazette Monitoring & Objection Handling

After submission, Companies House will publish a notice of proposed dissolution in The Gazette. We:

Monitor the 2-month objection period
Respond quickly to any objections raised (e.g. by HMRC or creditors)
Provide support to resolve disputes and reapply if needed

We act as your representative to protect your interests throughout the strike-off process.

Post-Dissolution Guidance & Recordkeeping

Once your company is successfully struck off:

We provide written confirmation of dissolution from Companies House
Offer guidance on record retention (legal requirement: 6 years)
Advise on personal tax impact (especially if assets were distributed pre-closure)
Assist with closing any remaining business or tax registrations

You’ll have everything in writing, and we remain available to assist post-dissolution.

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✅ Voluntary Strike Off Process – Step-by-Step

The Voluntary Strike Off is a legal process under the Companies Act 2006 that allows a solvent UK limited company to be removed from the Companies House register. Below is a professionally structured process to follow when closing your company legally and efficiently.

Step 1: Confirm Eligibility

Ensure your company meets the legal conditions for strike off:

Not traded in the last 3 months
No name change in the last 3 months
No ongoing legal proceedings
All debts and liabilities settled

Step 2: Finalise Tax Affairs

Prepare and submit final accounts and Corporation Tax return to HMRC. Ensure all Corporation Tax, VAT, and PAYE are paid and HMRC is notified of your intention to dissolve.

Step 3: Cease Business Operations

Stop trading, close business bank accounts, cancel all contracts, leases, and subscriptions. Distribute any remaining assets legally to shareholders before applying for dissolution.

Step 4: Complete DS01 Form

Fill in and sign the DS01 form (Application to Strike Off). The form must be signed by a majority of directors. Pay the £20 Companies House fee.

Step 5: Notify Interested Parties

You must notify HMRC, employees, creditors, landlords, banks, and other stakeholders within 7 days of submitting the DS01 form. Failure to do so may result in penalties.

Step 6: Companies House Gazette Notice

Companies House will publish a notice of strike-off in The Gazette. This begins a mandatory 2-month objection period.

Step 7: Objection Period

If no objections are raised by HMRC or creditors during the 2-month period, the process will continue. If objections are raised, you must resolve them before reapplying.

Step 8: Company Officially Dissolved

If no valid objections are made, Companies House will strike the company off the register. A final notice will be published in The Gazette. Your company will no longer legally exist.

Step 9: Record Retention

Directors must retain all financial and statutory records for at least 6 years post-dissolution. This includes tax returns, bank statements, and formal correspondence.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Company Dissolution (Voluntary Strike Off)

What is a voluntary strike off?

A voluntary strike off is the process of legally closing a limited company by applying to have it removed from the Companies House register. It’s available to solvent companies that are no longer trading and meet the eligibility criteria under the Companies Act 2006.

Who can apply for a voluntary company strike off?

The application must be made by the company’s director(s). If there are multiple directors, a majority must sign the DS01 strike-off form. The company must also meet strict conditions, including not trading or changing its name in the last 3 months.

What happens if my company still has debts?

If your company has unpaid debts, you cannot apply for a voluntary strike off. Instead, you may need to enter liquidation or creditors’ voluntary liquidation (CVL). Applying for dissolution with known debts is a criminal offence under UK law.

Can HMRC stop my company from being dissolved?

Yes. HMRC can object to a strike‑off if tax returns are missing, VAT or PAYE records are incomplete, or there are unpaid tax liabilities. The dissolution will be paused until the issues are resolved.

What is the difference between company dissolution and liquidation?

Dissolution, or voluntary strike off, is used to close a solvent company that has no debts. Liquidation is a separate process used for insolvent companies that cannot meet their financial obligations and requires a licensed insolvency practitioner.

Do I need to inform HMRC before dissolving my company?

Yes. Directors are legally required to inform HMRC in writing of their intention to dissolve the company. All Corporation Tax, VAT, and PAYE matters must be finalised before the DS01 application is submitted.

What happens after my company is dissolved?

Once Companies House confirms dissolution, the company legally ceases to exist. It can no longer trade or hold assets, and any remaining assets become property of the Crown under bona vacantia. Directors must keep all company and accounting records for at least six years

Can a dissolved company be restored?

Yes. A dissolved company can be restored to the Companies House register by court order within six years of dissolution, usually when a creditor or shareholder needs to recover money or correct an administrative error.

Ready to Close Your Company the Right Way?

Avoid costly delays, rejected applications, and compliance issues. At Odiri Tax Consultants, we handle the entire company dissolution process — from preparing final accounts and submitting your DS01 form, to dealing with HMRC and Companies House on your behalf.

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