Company formation is the term for the process of incorporation of a business in the UK.
Companies can be created by individuals, specialised agents, solicitors or accountants.
Many solicitors and accountants subcontract incorporation out to specialised company formation agents.
[citation needed] Most agents offer company formation packages for less than £100.
[5] This fee does not include the cost of witnessing documents or preparation of memorandum & articles of association for the company, which would usually be carried out by a solicitor, accountant, or agent specialising in company registration.
The form also includes the Statement of Compliance that the requirements of the Companies Act have been complied with.