How does Jordans' company formation service work?

Jordans have completely automated company incorporation for private limited
companies. We ask you a series of simple questions that gives us everything we need
to form a private company limited by shares for you in England and Wales. When you
submit your order, we immediately lodge the formation ‘paperwork’ electronically at
the Companies Registry ("Companies House") in Cardiff. Your company is formed
with your own officers in place. We do not need any signed paper forms from you -
this is a fully electronic, form-free service.

What type of company can I incorporate?
It is currently only possible to form private limited companies through
formingcompanies, but please contact us if you would like Jordans to form a
different type of company for you.

What do I need to form my company?
In order to incorporate a private limited company in the UK you will need:

• A registered address within the UK i.e. a valid postal address in England,
  Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland.
• One director, who must be an individual over 16 years of age and one
  shareholder who may be the same person
  

The appointment of a company secretary is optional.

How long does it take?
Incorporation is guaranteed by Companies House within 24 hours, but, depending on
the volume of formations at any one time, it usually happens within 3-4 hours.

How will I know my order has been received?
You will receive an email from us confirming your order details. This will include your
unique order number in case you need to contact us about your company.

How will my company be delivered?
Depending on the package you choose, we’ll deliver some items in PDF format by
email as soon as we know your company is incorporated by Companies House. If you
order non-electronic items (for example, a company seal), these are sent by courier
and will arrive within 3-5 workings days.

Can I change my order?
Because we lodge your company electronically almost as soon as you confirm your
order, it is not possible to make changes to it. However, it may be possible to make any
changes you require after incorporation.

What payment methods do you accept?
If you do not have a credit account with us, we accept payment by all major credit and
debit cards.