Last updated: September 2026 · 12 min read Quick Answer: Yes, a non-UK resident can form and fully own a UK limited company, with no restrictions on nationality or country of residence for directors or shareholders. You'll need a UK registered office address and, since 18 November 2025, Companies House identity verification for all directors and PSCs. Formation itself does not determine your tax residence, guarantee a UK bank account, or grant any right to live or work in the