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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Kind and helpful communication by George Walker.
Thank you.
June 5, 2026
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We are so pleased that you have found our services excellent, Ahmet! - Shan at 1st Formations.
Very effective and swift in handling my…
Very effective and swift in handling my switch from sole trader to a limited company
June 3, 2026
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Thank you very much for your kind comments! - Shan at 1st Formations.
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We are so glad we could be of help, Andre! - Shan at 1st Formations.
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Great customer experience
Great customer experience. The team provided excellent guidance.
June 2, 2026
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Thank you for your kind rating! - Shan at 1st Formations
👌Great service
👌Great service, as advertised, I would recommend this to anyone and will use again if needed in the future. It's 'ergonomic', does the job and gets out of the way. Thanks again
June 2, 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! - Shan at 1st Formations.
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You are very welcome, Barry. Thank you for your kind review! – Shan at 1st Formations.
Seamless company registration
Very efficient service. The company formation process was seamless and completed in record time. I am very impressed with their professionalism and would highly recommend them to any new founder.
April 1, 2026
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Thank you very much for your kind comments, Dejan! - Shan at 1st Formations.
Simple process.
June 1, 2026
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We are so glad we could be of help, Hamish! - Shan at 1st Formations.
Smooth process and saved a lot of time.
May 28, 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! - Shan at 1st Formations.
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We are so glad we could be of help, Romeo-Alexandru! - Shan at 1st Formations.
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Thank you for your kind rating, Munasaf! - Shan at 1st Formations.
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Thank you very much for your kind comments, Leon! - Shan at 1st Formations.
Very smooth and well communicated.
June 1, 2026
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We are so glad we could be of help, Rafial! - Shan at 1st Formations.
Professionalism and customer service
Speed, professionalism, communication, price and service ... everything!
June 1, 2026
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Thank you for your kind rating! - Shan at 1st Formations.
very quick and professional service.
June 1, 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, Kingsley! - Shan at 1st Formations.
The Easiest Company Formation Experience I've Ever Had
I can honestly say this was the most effortless company formation experience I've ever had.
From start to finish, the entire process was incredibly straightforward, fast, and well-organized. Everything was explained clearly, and the platform made what could have been a complicated administrative task feel surprisingly simple.
What impressed me most wasn't just how easy it was to set up my company, but also the range of useful features included with the service. The additional tools, support, and resources provided excellent value and made managing my business much easier from day one.
Customer support was responsive, professional, and helpful whenever I had a question, giving me confidence throughout the process.
If you're looking to start a UK company without unnecessary hassle, I highly recommend 1st Formations. They have created a service that is efficient, reliable, and genuinely user-friendly.
A fantastic experience from beginning to end.
March 12, 2026
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You are very welcome, Efe. Thank you for your kind review! – Shan at 1st Formations.
They are very good been using them now…
They are very good been using them now for a while. They are excellent
June 1, 2026
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Thank you for your wonderful review, Anthony! - Shan at 1st Formations.
Exceptional support and reliability since 2020!
I have been using 1st Formations for my Limited Liability Partnership since its incorporation in May 2020. Over the last 6 years, their service has been absolutely flawless.
Today, they proved once again why they are the best. I had an urgent compliance update right before my Confirmation Statement deadline, and the support team—especially Taylor and Humza—handled it with incredible efficiency and speed. They communicated clearly, updated my file in record time, and submitted everything to Companies House before the deadline.
Absolute satisfaction! If you want peace of mind for your UK company setup and maintenance, look no further. Thank you, 1st Formations team!
June 1, 2026
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Thank you very much for your kind comments, Hammadi! - Shan at 1st Formations.
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