(Effective from 18 November 2025) Overview Under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, Companies House now requires all directors and Persons with Significant Control (PSCs) to verify their identity. This guide explains how to complete your identity verification online using GOV.UK One Login. It is recommended to use a smartphone for the process as it involves camera and app use. Step-by-Step Instructions Step 1 :  Go to the Companies House identity verifica