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Complete the onboarding steps in your dashboard
Onboarding
Complete the onboarding steps in your dashboard

Depending on your subscription, you'll have a few onboarding steps when you sign up that you'll need to complete to activate your account.

Add your basic personal details
Onboarding
Add your basic personal details

We'll need some details about your current address and contact information.

Add communication preferences
Onboarding
Add communication preferences

Let us know if you'd like us to email, WhatsApp or SMS you with updates.

Complete digital ID verification check
Onboarding
Complete digital ID verification check

Complete a digital verification process using your ID (passport or UK driving license) along with a liveness check

Upload a proof of address
Onboarding
Upload a proof of address

Upload a valid proof of address in the UK dated in the last 3 months to verify your identity. This can be a recent council tax bill or utility bill.

Welcome call with your accountant
Onboarding
Welcome call with your accountant

Book a welcome call with your new accountant so that they can help get you set up, answer specific questions and walk through what to expect with GoForma.

Add personal tax details
Onboarding
Add personal tax details

Add some basic personal tax details for payroll and self assessment filing.

Add your Limited Company details
Onboarding
Add your Limited Company details

If you already have a Limited Company, then you just need to search for the name and we'll extract all the details we need from Companies House and send you filing reminders.

Add your Sole Trader company details
Onboarding
Add your Sole Trader company details

Add a few details about your company if you're operating as a Sole Trader.

Limited Company registration
Onboarding
Limited Company registration

If you need to register a Limited Company, you can complete this process in your dashboard.

Self employed registration process
Onboarding
Self employed registration process

Add some details about your new business and we'll register you as a sole trader with HMRC.

Add previous accountant details
Onboarding
Add previous accountant details

If you have an accountant already, we need to send a professional clearance request so that we can collate all the key documents and data we need to operate as your accountants.

Add your mail handling preferences
Onboarding
Add your mail handling preferences

Add details about how you'd like us to handle your mail and where we should forward mail to.

VAT registration or authorisation
Onboarding
VAT registration or authorisation

Let us know if you're already registered for VAT, want to register for VAT or if you're unsure about VAT registration.

Companies House authorisation request
Onboarding
Companies House authorisation request

We need a confirmation code from Companies House so that we can file your confirmation statement, end of year accounts and make any changes to your account like additional directors or registered office.

HMRC authorisation requests
Onboarding
HMRC authorisation requests

Depending on your package we'll need to ask HMRC for authorisation to manage your personal self assessment tax filing, VAT, corporation tax and PAYE.

Previous accountant switch process
Onboarding
Previous accountant switch process

Once you've completed our accountant switch form, we'll send a link to your accountant to upload all the documents we need and continue to follow up with them.

FreeAgent accounting software setup and invite
Onboarding
FreeAgent accounting software setup and invite

Add some basic details about your industry that we'll need to get your FreeAgent accounting software up and running. If you already have FreeAgent then you can add your details here.

FreeAgent software walk through discussion
Onboarding
FreeAgent software walk through discussion

Schedule some time with your accountant to walk through how to use FreeAgent.

Complete self assessment tax return - reminder only
Filing
Complete self assessment tax return - reminder only

We'll remind you about your upcoming self assessment tax returns and can help you file them for an additional cost if needed.

Complete quarterly VAT returns
Filing
Complete quarterly VAT returns

We'll send you reminders and file your VAT returns each quarter. We'll also help you get set up with a direct debit so that you don't miss a payment.

Confirmation statement filing - reminder only
Filing
Confirmation statement filing - reminder only

We'll remind you about your annual confirmation statement with Companies House.

Annual accounts filing - reminder only
Filing
Annual accounts filing - reminder only

We'll send you a reminder about your annual accounts. We can help take care of your accounts for an additional cost.

Corporation tax payment - reminder only
Filing
Corporation tax payment - reminder only

We'll remind you about your annual corporation tax payments. We can help with your annual accounts and corporation tax filing for an additional fee.

Cryptocurrency capital gains tax
Filing
Cryptocurrency capital gains tax

We'll invite you to connect your crypto wallets to help calculate your capital gains tax for your self assessment.

Cryptocurrency self assessment tax return
Filing
Cryptocurrency self assessment tax return

We'll help you file a self assessment tax return with a capital gains tax calculation based on your crypto activity.

Sign up online instantly
Enquiries
Sign up online instantly

Sign up instantly to one of our packages, add some basic details and pay by card. You'll then be redirected to your dashboard.

Book a free accounting consultation
Enquiries
Book a free accounting consultation

Book a free 20-minute consultation with one of our accountants to ask questions about starting your business, taxes, take-home pay and general business accounting queries.

Download a free guide
Enquiries
Download a free guide

Download one of our detailed guides that cover topics ranging from company registration, taxes, take-home pay, expenses or dividends.

Create a free community account
Enquiries
Create a free community account

Looking for some free support? Sign up for a free community account to access a range of guides, calculators and free support

Common VAT FAQs
Accounting
Common VAT FAQs

Here are the common FAQs we get asked about for VAT

Common Self Assessment FAQs
Accounting
Common Self Assessment FAQs

Here are the common FAQs we get asked about for Self Assessment Tax Returns

Common Annual Accounts FAQs
Accounting
Common Annual Accounts FAQs

Here are the common FAQs we get asked about for Annual Accounts

Common Company Closure FAQs
Accounting
Common Company Closure FAQs

Here are the common FAQs we get asked about for Company Closure

Common FreeAgent accounting software FAQs
Accounting
Common FreeAgent accounting software FAQs

Here are the common FAQs we get asked about for FreeAgent accounting software

Common Confirmation Statement FAQs
Accounting
Common Confirmation Statement FAQs

Here are the common FAQs we get asked about for confirmation statements

Common Limited Company FAQs
Accounting
Common Limited Company FAQs

Here are the common FAQs we get asked about for Limited Companies

Common Sole Trader FAQs
Accounting
Common Sole Trader FAQs

Here are the common FAQs we get asked about for Sole Traders

Common Company Dormancy FAQs
Accounting
Common Company Dormancy FAQs

Here are the common FAQs we get asked about for Company Dormancy

Ongoing 1-on-1 accountant discussions
General
Ongoing 1-on-1 accountant discussions
Business insurance quote
General
Business insurance quote
Refer a friend
General
Refer a friend

Refer a friend to GoForma and earn up to £250 for each referral.

Switching to company dormancy
General
Switching to company dormancy
Adding another company director
General
Adding another company director
Claiming Limited Company expenses
General
Claiming Limited Company expenses
Calculate your take home pay
General
Calculate your take home pay
Receiving mail scans at GoForma
Virtual office
Receiving mail scans at GoForma
Adhoc mail forwarding
Virtual office
Adhoc mail forwarding
Receiving bank cards at GoForma
Virtual office
Receiving bank cards at GoForma
Receiving cheques at GoForma
Virtual office
Receiving cheques at GoForma
Receiving small parcels
Virtual office
Receiving small parcels
Receiving medium parcels
Virtual office
Receiving medium parcels
Return to sender process
Virtual office
Return to sender process
Mail shredding process
Virtual office
Mail shredding process
International mail forwarding
Virtual office
International mail forwarding
Adding address to Google My Business
Virtual office
Adding address to Google My Business
Receiving important documents e.g. passports
Virtual office
Receiving important documents e.g. passports
Download FreeAgent accounting software mobile app
FreeAgent
Download FreeAgent accounting software mobile app

We partner with FreeAgent for our accounting software and highly recommend you download their mobile app.

Connect business bank account to FreeAgent
FreeAgent
Connect business bank account to FreeAgent
Changing card details
Billing
Changing card details
Over due accounts
Billing
Over due accounts

If your account goes over due then you can risk your subscription being cancelled and lose access to mailing services, accounting software and more.

Direct debit
Billing
Direct debit
Add other contacts
Account
Add other contacts
Closing your GoForma account
Closing
Closing your GoForma account
Change Companies House address
Closing
Change Companies House address
FreeAgent license switch
Closing
FreeAgent license switch
Self Assessment Tax Returns: 2023/2024 GoForma deadlines
Filing
Self Assessment Tax Returns: 2023/2024 GoForma deadlines

The clock is ticking, and it’s time to get ahead of your Self Assessment Tax Return for 2023/2024. At GoForma, we understand the importance of timely filing and are here to make the process as smooth and rewarding as possible. Let's dive into why filing early is crucial, the benefits of using GoForma, and the perks we offer.Keep reading to learn more about our £100 Amazon voucher prize draw if you submit your self assessment tax return to us before 30th August 2024.

GoForma Additional Add-on Services
Billing
GoForma Additional Add-on Services

Welcome to GoForma, your trusted partner in accounting excellence in the UK. We understand that every business is unique, and so are its accounting needs. To ensure you get the most out of our expert accounting services in the UK, we offer a wide range of add-ons tailored to your specific requirements. Our addons are designed to simplify your accounting needs, making your experience seamless and efficient. Explore our add-ons below and discover how GoForma can boost your business.

Take home pay: PAYE - Salary and Tax Deductions Calculator
Take home pay: PAYE - Salary and Tax Deductions Calculator
Optimal Pension amount calculator
Optimal Pension amount calculator
Target income calculator
Target income calculator
Mileage tax calculator
Mileage tax calculator
Capital gains tax calculator
Capital gains tax calculator
Permanent vs contractor income comparison
Permanent vs contractor income comparison
Benefit in kind charges: company car
Benefit in kind charges: company car
Whether to register for VAT or not
Whether to register for VAT or not
Whether to close or make company dormant
Whether to close or make company dormant
Whether you need a self assessment or not
Whether you need a self assessment or not
Take home pay: Umbrella
Take home pay: Umbrella
Mortgage assessment calculator
Mortgage assessment calculator
Costs of employing vs sole trader vs subcontractor
Costs of employing vs sole trader vs subcontractor
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Simplified Pricing
No fixed term contracts. No hidden fees. 30 days free trial.
Select your business type
Start
From £21
+ VAT per month
Unlimited accounting advice
FreeAgent accounting software
Self assessment filing
Unique partner offers
Try for free
No credit card required
Start
From £49
+ VAT per month

Limited Companies that aren't registered for VAT and need a dedicated company accountant.

Free company registration
Payroll for 1 director
Annual Accounts
Contractor jobs access
Unique partner offers
£85k annual turnover inc.
Try for free
No credit card required
Operate
From £79
+ VAT per month

Limited Companies earning over £85k a year, registered for VAT who want a business address.

All Start features
VAT registration & fillings
Self Assessment tax return
Registered company address
Confirmation statement
£100k annual turnover inc.
Try for free
No credit card required
Grow
From £119
+ VAT per month

Multiple Director Limited Companies that also need insurance.

All Start & Operate features
Proactive tax planning & advice
Digital mail forwarding
£1M  Professional Indemnity
2 x Self Assessment tax returns
£100k annual turnover inc.
Try for free
No credit card required
Package Features
Package
Start
Operate
Grow
Fees
Monthly fee + VAT
From £49
From £79
From £119
Support
Company Registration
Accounting Services
Personal Tax
Pro-active services
Business Insurance
Virtual Office & Business Address
Partner Services
Standard
£25
+ VAT per month

Registered London business address to pick up your mail from during normal working hours.

Free company registration
Meet clients in our coffee shop
Mail handling service
Try for free
No credit card required
Advanced
£30
+ VAT per month

Registered London business address with all business mail opened, scanned and sent to you.

Free company registration
Meet clients in our coffee shop
Digital mail forwarding
Try for free
No credit card required
Premium
£35
+ VAT per month

Registered London business address with all mail forwarded on to a UK address.

Free company registration
Meet clients in our coffee shop
Physical mail forwarding
Try for free
No credit card required
Please note: We only offer Virtual Office services to customers who can provide evidence of a UK residential address.
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