
Start a UK company from Italy.
A practical, up-to-date guide for Italian entrepreneurs — from documentation to banking, structured by advisors who work with founders in Europe every week.
Four steps from Italy to a live UK company.
What Italian founders actually experience with UK banking.
UK banks and fintechs each have their own appetite for non-resident founders. From Italy, the most reliable route is usually a tier of fintech accounts (Wise, Revolut, Tide) established first, followed by a traditional bank once trading activity is visible. We shape your application to reflect this.
- A UK business summary written for underwriting reviewers
- Positioning of directors, PSCs and beneficial ownership
- Guidance on acceptable proof of activity
- Realistic expectations — we never promise approval
- Companies House registered agent
- ICO registered · GDPR compliant
- 800+ verified reviews · 4.9 average
- Founders supported in 19+ countries
The Prestige package
Most Popular — Ideal for non-UK residents.
FAQ — starting from Italy
Can a Italian resident own 100% of a UK Limited Company?+
Yes. The UK places no restriction on foreign ownership or foreign directors of a UK Limited Company.
Will I need to travel to the UK?+
No. Formation, identity verification, banking preparation and most fintech onboarding can be completed remotely from Italy.
How long does it take from Italy?+
Once identity verification and documentation are complete, incorporation is typically same-working-day for Prestige and Elite clients.
Do I need to pay UK tax on all my income?+
A UK Limited Company pays UK Corporation Tax on its profits. Personal tax treatment for you as a Italian resident depends on your local rules — we can introduce a specialist accountant.