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Late filing penalty estimator

Quick estimate for Companies House late filing penalties. Always verify with official guidance (rules can change).

Inputs

Choose the simplest options you know. This tool aims to be practical, not exhaustive.

Reminder

Penalties are automatic once the deadline is missed. Filing sooner usually reduces the penalty band.

Result

Estimate + next steps.

Estimated penalty

£150

Penalty depends on how late you file. Filing earlier reduces the band.

If you plan to appeal, prepare evidence first: evidence checklist builder.
Need a letter template? appeal letter generator.

FAQ (with next steps)

Where do these penalty bands come from?

We follow the public Companies House bands. For the authoritative source, see GOV.UK late filing penalties. For a plain-English walkthrough, read our penalties guide.

I’m late — what should I do first?

File as soon as you can (it can reduce the band), then decide whether an appeal is realistic. If you plan to appeal, start by building evidence: appeal evidence builder.

Can I appeal a Companies House late filing penalty?

Sometimes, but success usually depends on exceptional circumstances with proof. Use the appeal toolkit guide (decision tree + checklist), then generate a draft letter via the letter generator.