Straightforward company set up, done quickly. I've had some delays around setting up banking as an international director but that's a separate issue. For 1st Formations, so far so good!
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We've been told that total process of verifications could resolve in 24 hour and it been over 2 weeks due to company house. UPDATE: They reached me out and they credited my account for dissolution so... See more
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From the moment I reached out to 1st Formations with regard to setting up a business, help was at hand. Being new to this world was very scary at first until I fell into the hands of Helena French, wh... See more
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From start to finish was simple and well explained. A smooth transition, only slightly hampered with delays at Companies House which was nothing to do with 1st formations and they kept me up to speed... See more
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About 1st Formations
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1st Formations are leading online company formation agents in the UK. We provide a range of formation packages for incorporating companies limited by shares, limited by guarantee and limited liability partnerships.
We also provide a range of address services, including registered office, director's service address and mail-forwarding facilities, with our prestigious location in London's Covent Garden.
If you have any questions please contact us by telephone, e-mail or live online chat, and one of our highly knowledgeable team members will be happy to assist you.
We also provide a range of address services, including registered office, director's service address and mail-forwarding facilities, with our prestigious location in London's Covent Garden.
If you have any questions please contact us by telephone, e-mail or live online chat, and one of our highly knowledgeable team members will be happy to assist you.
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71-75 Shelton Street, WC2H 9JQ, London, United Kingdom
- 020 3897 2233
- www.1stformations.co.uk
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We are so glad we could be of help, Dana! - Shan at 1st Formations.
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Thank you for your wonderful review!- Shan at 1st Formations.
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We are so glad we could be of help, Jordan Taylor! - Shan at 1st Formations.
Wow - Blown Away - World Class Service
Since contacting 1st Formations online, the experience was seamless, idiot prrof and in no way shape or form frustration. I would recommend 1st Formations to anyone who wants to set up a business in 3 hours and have the whol;e process completed in 48 hours.
June 4, 2026
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We are so glad we could be of help! - Shan at 1st Formations.
Mr Walker was great and really helpful…
Mr Walker was great and really helpful and really enjoyed the conversation with him.
June 9, 2026
Unprompted review
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Thank you for your kind rating, Alfa! - Shan at 1st Formations.
Easy process and fairly priced for any…
Easy process and fairly priced for any of the packages.
Not clear that some packages do not suit Scottish jurisdiction, however great customer service fixed that in minutes.
Very recommended.
June 5, 2026
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You are very welcome, Andrew! Thank you for your kind review! – Shan at 1st Formations.
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! - Shan at 1st Formations.
So far so good I am navigating the…
So far so good I am navigating the platform alright. The services are yet to be fully understood however with timei
It should be no issue
June 4, 2026
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Thank you very much for your kind comments, Shekoiko! - Shan at 1st Formations.
Quick smooth service without…
Quick smooth service without complications..I highly recommend.
June 4, 2026
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We are so glad we could be of help! - Shan at 1st Formations.
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Thank you for your wonderful review, Curtis! - Shan at 1st Formations.
Professional efficient and adequate…
Professional efficient and adequate procedures carried out through the incorporation of a limitred company.
June 2, 2026
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Thank you for your kind rating, Mo! - Shan at 1st Formations.
Everything went perfect and the team…
Everything went perfect and the team was very quick to resolve all of my issues. I got a very good experience.
May 22, 2026
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We are so glad we could be of help, Uay! - Shan at 1st Formations.
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Thank you for your kind rating, Masab! - Shan at 1st Formations.
A very helpful and efficient service.
May 11, 2026
Unprompted review
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We are so glad that you are happy with our service, Mike! - Shan at 1st Formations.
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We are so glad we could be of help! - Shan at 1st Formations.
Simple straight forward online service
Simple straight forward online service. Couldn’t be any easier to set your limited company up
June 1, 2026
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Thank you for your kind rating, Jon! - Shan at 1st Formations.
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You are very welcome, Nicholas. Thank you for your kind review! – Shan at 1st Formations.
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We are so glad we could be of help, Bobby! - Shan at 1st Formations.
Excellent
Easy to use, responsive, fast, informative and much less expensive than the competition.
May 26, 2026
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Thank you very much for your kind comments, Eric! - Shan at 1st Formations.
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You are very welcome, Paul. Thank you for your kind review! – Shan at 1st Formations.
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