Changes to Companies House Filing: What You Need to Know

From 1st April 2027, Companies House will require all companies to file annual accounts using commercial software. Paper and web-based filings will no longer be accepted.

In addition, small and micro-entity companies will need to include a profit and loss account for the first time. While the exact format hasn’t been confirmed, it’s expected to follow a summary-style layout.

These changes are part of a broader push to modernise Companies House. The goal is to improve data quality, reduce fraud, and increase transparency.

While this might feel like a big shift, the move to digital filing will ultimately streamline the process and make key business information more accessible to lenders, suppliers, and potential partners.

Companies House is giving businesses 21 months’ notice to prepare – but acting early will help you avoid disruption and give you time to adapt smoothly.

At Wilds, we’re already supporting clients through this transition. If you’d like help preparing for digital filing or advice on how the changes could affect your business, get in touch.