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ECCTA Identity Verification Service Overview 🆔

Collect and submit identity verification details for directors, PSC members, and LLP members — all in one place. Stay compliant with the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA).

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Written by Dickson Yung

1. Overview

The ECCTA Compliance Order Form is a structured data collection form within Vistra Digital that enables clients to provide the identity verification details required under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023.

To improve transparency and build confidence in UK companies, the ECCTA requires all directors, LLP members, Persons with Significant Control (PSC) and individuals who file on behalf of companies to have their identity verified and registered with Companies House, securing a personal code for that individual.

This form streamlines this process by guiding users through a step-by-step form to capture the necessary information for each individual requiring verification — replacing fragmented email exchanges and manual data gathering with a single, structured workflow.

🚀 Key Takeaway: Simplify ECCTA identity verification data collection with a guided, structured form — ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely compliance before the November 2026 deadline.

2. Key Features & Capabilities

🔍 Guided Data Collection

  • Step-by-step form captures all required identity verification details.

  • Built-in validation ensures mandatory fields are completed before submission.

  • Clear instructions and contextual guidance at each step to reduce errors.

👥 Support for All Applicable Roles

  • Directors

  • LLP Members

  • Persons with Significant Control (PSC)

  • Individuals who file on behalf of companies.

📋 Disclaimer & Consent

  • Users are presented with a disclaimer and consent screen before beginning the form.

  • Ensures data collection complies with applicable privacy and regulatory requirements.

🔒 Security & Compliance

  • Data is collected and transmitted securely.

  • Role-based access ensures only authorized users can submit forms for their organization and entities.

3. How It Works (Step-by-Step Guide)

Step 1: Access the ECCTA Compliance Order Form

  • Navigate to the form from within Vistra Digital or via the direct link provided by Vistra team.

Step 2: Review the Disclaimer

  • Read and accept the disclaimer and consent notice before proceeding.

Step 3: Provide your information for Billing and Contact

  • Complete the required fields for the requestor.

Step 4: Provide Individual Details

  • Complete the required fields for each individual, including:

    • Individual name

    • Email

Step 5: Review

  • Review all entered information for accuracy.

Step 6: Review the Cost & Submit

  • Review the cost for the identity verification service.

  • Confirm to submit the form and proceed with the payment.

Step 7: Payment

  • After confirmation, proceed with the payment to complete the form submission.

Step 8: Submission Completed

  • After the payment, a confirmation is displayed upon successful submission.

  • The individual(s) will be receiving an email soon to proceed with their own identify verification accordingly.

4. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

❓ What is a Companies House personal code?

Once identity verification is complete, Companies House issues a unique personal code to the individual. This code is personal to the individual — not their role or the company — and is used when filing or taking on new roles.

❓ What is the deadline for ECCTA identity verification?

The transition period for director and PSC identity verification closes in November 2026. Non-compliance may result in unlimited fines, filing restrictions, and director disqualification.

❓ What happens after I submit the form?

Vistra team will process the submitted information and guide you through the next steps of the identity verification process.

For more information on ECCTA and Vistra's compliance services, visit Vistra's ECCTA page.

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