The Companies House filing to change your registered office is free. But the total cost depends on where you are moving to.
Filing Cost: £0
Form AD01 at Companies House WebFiling. Free. Processed within 24 hours. See step-by-step guide.
New Address Cost: £0–£145/month
- Moving to another home address: Free — but comes with privacy risks
- Moving to an accountant: Often included in their fee (check first)
- Moving to a virtual office: £70–£145/month at a Leeds virtual office provider
- Moving to a serviced office: Included in your office rent
Hidden Costs to Consider
- HMRC address update: free but must be done separately (details here)
- Royal Mail redirect: £33.99 for 3 months (optional but recommended)
- Reprinting stationery: variable
- Updating website, contracts, and directories: your time
The cheapest way to move is to a virtual office at your chosen provider — £70/month, active the same day, no setup fee.