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How Do I Change My Director's Service Address?
If your company is with a formation agent, you can usually update your director's service address directly through your account, with the change reaching Companies House within a few hours. If not, you can file directly with Companies House instead.
Key Takeaways
- A service address change can be made through your Companies MadeSimple account, or filed directly with Companies House.
- Updates made through an account portal typically reach Companies House within a few working hours.
- Since October 2025, filing directly requires signing in through GOV.UK One Login.
- A director's service address is public, which is why many people use a proxy address rather than their home.
How Do I Update It Through My Companies MadeSimple Account?
Log in to your Companies MadeSimple account, select "My Companies," click your company's name, find the relevant director, and select "Edit" to update their service address. This is usually processed within a few working hours.
How Do I Update It Directly With Companies House?
Sign in to Companies House WebFiling using your GOV.UK One Login, and file the change through the service. This requires your company's authentication code.
Is My Director's Service Address Public?
Yes, it's shown on the Companies House public register. Our fuller guide on director service addresses covers this, including how to use a proxy address to keep your director's actual home address private.
This article is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Companies House processes can change, so it's worth checking current guidance on GOV.UK or Companies House before relying on the details above.
