Issue or transfer company shares in minutes

Avoid legal mistakes. We manage share issuance and transfers accurately, ensuring all filings comply with Companies House requirements.
From Just £50 (inc £34 fee)
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Thousands rely on our fast and precise share management services — here’s what they say:
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I needed to issue new shares to an investor, and the team handled the entire process quickly and accurately. Highly recommended!
James Elliott
5/5
I wasn’t sure how to transfer shares, but Smartledger explained the procedure step-by-step and completed everything the same day. Very easy!
Oliver Price

How Smartledger Solutions manages share issuance and transfers

We turn a legal and administrative task into a smooth, fully guided process, ensuring share transactions are compliant with UK law.
Information collection

We gather details of the shareholder(s), share class, number of shares, and transaction type.

Documentation preparation

We prepare the necessary forms, resolutions, and share certificates in accordance with Companies House and company articles.

Submission & confirmation

Once filed, you receive instant confirmation, updated statutory registers, and secure copies of all documentation.

Issuing and transferring shares in the UK explained

Issuing new shares or transferring existing shares must comply with Companies House rules and your company’s Articles of Association.
Share issuance

Allocating new shares to existing or new shareholders

Share transfers

Transferring ownership of existing shares between shareholders

Resolutions & approvals

Preparing board or shareholder resolutions as required

Statutory registers

Updating the register of members to reflect new or transferred shares

Compliance & filing

Ensuring all transactions are legally valid and submitted to Companies House

Incorrect filings or incomplete documentation can cause delays

Improper issuance or transfer of shares may result in rejected filings, disputes, or compliance issues. Use our expert-managed process to ensure all share transactions are completed accurately.
From Just £50 (inc £34 fee)

Why choose Smartledger for share management?

From issuance to transfers and compliance, we handle the full process. Our specialists work directly with Companies House to make sure your share dealings are secure and legally compliant.
Lifetime support
Simple, transparent process
Affordable pricing
Expert assistance

Frequently Asked Questions

Share issuance is the process of creating new shares in a company and allocating them to shareholders.
A share transfer is the movement of existing shares from one shareholder to another.
Yes. Most share issuances and transfers require a resolution according to your Articles of Association.
Most filings are processed within a few hours, depending on Companies House processing times.
You’ll receive updated share certificates, confirmation of filings, and updated statutory registers.
Yes. Share transactions can impact ownership percentages and voting rights, and we update the PSC register if required.
Yes. International shareholders can hold or transfer shares without restriction.

Have questions about issuing or transferring shares?

Contact us — we’ll guide you through every step.

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