Issue of Shares Service

An Issue of Shares refers to the process of creating and selling new shares in a company. This allows businesses to raise capital, attract investors, restructure ownership, or reward employees.

At Xact+ Accountants, we manage the entire share issuance process — from preparing legal documents to filing with Companies House — ensuring everything is handled smoothly, accurately, and fully compliant.

Service Fee: £79.99

Why issue shares?

✔ Raise capital – fund expansion, projects, or investments
✔ Restructure ownership – bring in partners or investors
✔ Pay off debts – improve financial health
✔ Incentivize staff – reward employees with equity

How long does it take?

The process usually takes 1–3 weeks, depending on company structure and approvals.

Filing Form SH01 with Companies House is mandatory
Online filing is usually processed within 24 hours

Do shares need to be paid for?

Yes – shareholders must pay for their shares upon issuance (unless agreed otherwise, e.g., deferred employee schemes).
⚠️ Unpaid shares can lead to legal and compliance issues.

What’s included?

✔ Updating register of members with shares issued
✔ Preparation & submission of Form SH01 (share issue notification)
✔ Drafting board resolution
✔ Preparing meeting minutes
✔ Issuing updated share certificates
✔ (Optional) Filing a confirmation statement to reflect share transfers

How it works

➤ Order online – Select ‘Order Now,’ complete the form, and make payment
➤ Documents prepared – Form SH01, resolution, minutes & share certificates drafted
➤ Receive digital copies – Sent by email within 1–2 working days
➤ Sign & return – Review and sign resolutions; we submit filings to Companies House
➤ Final updates – Registers and certificates updated; confirmation statement filed if needed

Why choose Xact+ Accountants?

➤ End-to-end management of share issuance
➤ Expert preparation of all resolutions & filings
➤ Fast turnaround – digital docs in 1–2 working days
➤ Affordable, fixed-price service (£79.99)
➤ Peace of mind – full compliance with UK law

Need to issue new shares? Let Xact+ Accountants handle the process seamlessly and compliantly.

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Issuance of Shares

£79.99

Amendment of Share Capital

Issuance of new shares
Board Resoulution
Minutes of meeting
1-2 Days of Processing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any regulatory considerations when issuing new shares?Xact+ Accountants2025-03-06T23:53:46+01:00

Are there any regulatory considerations when issuing new shares?

Yes, companies must comply with the Companies Act 2006 and, if applicable, the UK Listing Rules. For instance, public companies must adhere to specific regulations when offering shares to the public, including prospectus requirements and adherence to the UK Corporate Governance Code.

What is the process for issuing new shares?Xact+ Accountants2025-03-06T23:51:36+01:00

What is the process for issuing new shares?

The typical process includes:

Authorization: Ensure directors have the authority to issue shares, as per the company’s articles or shareholder resolution.
Pre-emption Rights: Offer new shares to existing shareholders first, unless these rights have been disapplied.
Allotment: Allocate shares to subscribers and record their details.
Filing: Submit a ‘Return of Allotment of Shares’ (Form SH01) to Companies House within one month of the allotment.
Register Update: Update the company’s register of members and issue share certificates to new shareholders.

What are pre-emption rights, and how do they affect the issuance of new shares?Xact+ Accountants2025-03-06T23:49:26+01:00

What are pre-emption rights, and how do they affect the issuance of new shares?

Pre-emption rights give existing shareholders the first opportunity to purchase new shares in proportion to their current holdings, protecting them from dilution of their ownership percentage. Companies can disapply these rights through a special resolution, allowing new shares to be offered to external investors.

Who has the authority to issue new shares in a company?Xact+ Accountants2025-03-06T23:47:49+01:00

Who has the authority to issue new shares in a company?

The authority to issue new shares typically resides with the company’s board of directors. However, directors must be authorized either by the company’s articles of association or through a resolution passed by the shareholders.

What are the different types of shares a company can issue?Xact+ Accountants2025-03-06T23:46:43+01:00

What are the different types of shares a company can issue?

Companies can issue various classes of shares, including:

Ordinary Shares: These are standard shares with voting rights and potential dividends.
Preference Shares: These shares typically provide fixed dividends and have priority over ordinary shares in dividend payments and asset distribution upon liquidation.
Redeemable Shares: Shares that the company can buy back at a future date under specific conditions.

The specific rights attached to each share class should be detailed in the company’s articles of association.

What does it mean to issue shares in a company?Xact+ Accountants2025-03-06T23:45:27+01:00

What does it mean to issue shares in a company?

Issuing shares involves creating and allocating new shares to individuals or entities, thereby granting them ownership stakes in the company. This process can raise capital, reward employees, or bring in new investors.

Contact Information

82A James Carter Rd, Mildenhall, Bury Saint Edmunds Suffolk IP28 7DE, UK

+44 (161) 520-0345

info@xactaccountants.co.uk

Issue of Shares

Issue of Shares Service.