How to register a business address with royal mail
To register a business address with Royal Mail, you'll need to follow these steps:
- Check if you need to register: If you're a sole trader or partnership, you don't need to register your business address with Royal Mail. However, if you're a limited company, you'll need to register your business address with Companies House and then with Royal Mail.
- Register with Companies House: If you're a limited company, you'll need to register your business address with Companies House. You can do this online or by post. You'll need to provide your company's registered office address, which will be the address where official documents can be served.
- Get a Royal Mail Business Address: Once you've registered your business address with Companies House, you can apply for a Royal Mail Business Address. You can do this online or by post.
- Online: Go to the Royal Mail website and fill out the online application form. You'll need to provide your business name, address, and other details.
- Post: Download and complete the Royal Mail Business Address application form (PDF) and send it to Royal Mail with the required documents (see below).
- Required documents: You'll need to provide the following documents:
- Proof of identity (e.g., passport, driving license, or utility bill)
- Proof of address (e.g., utility bill, bank statement, or council tax bill)
- Business registration documents (e.g., Companies House registration certificate or business registration certificate from your local authority)
- Pay the fee: There is a fee for registering a business address with Royal Mail, which is currently £40 (plus VAT).
- Wait for confirmation: Royal Mail will review your application and contact you if they need any additional information. Once your application is approved, you'll receive a confirmation letter and a unique Business Address Reference Number.
Additional tips:
- Make sure your business address is a physical location, not a PO box or virtual office.
- If you're registering a business address for a limited company, you'll need to ensure that the address is the same as the registered office address.
- You can only register one business address with Royal Mail per company.
- If you're unsure about any part of the process, you can contact Royal Mail's Business Support Team for assistance.
By following these steps, you'll be able to register your business address with Royal Mail and take advantage of their services, such as mail forwarding and business address management.