Confirmation statement late filing — consequences

Unlike late annual accounts, a late confirmation statement does not trigger an automatic Companies House monetary penalty. The real risk is more serious: persistent failure leads to the company being struck off the register.

What is this filing?

Confirmation-statement late filing falls under the criminal offence regime in section 853L of the Companies Act 2006. While monetary penalties are not automatic, Companies House routinely initiates strike-off proceedings against companies more than 6 months late.

When is it due?

The confirmation statement is due within 14 days of the confirmation date. After 14 days the company is non-compliant. Strike-off action typically starts after several months of non-filing.

What's the penalty for missing it?

No automatic monetary penalty. Companies House may prosecute directors (max £5,000 fine per offence). Strike-off proceedings are common after extended non-compliance — once struck off the company ceases to exist and any assets pass to the Crown (bona vacantia).

How PenaltyProof helps

PenaltyProof's primary product. 30/14/7-day advance email alerts (paid plans) plus an alert on the day it's due — and an overdue alert if it slips past.

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