Changing a shareholder's name

You can change a shareholder's name online. You must have registered for online access and use your account details to log in. If you haven't registered for online access, see our online services page.

You must notify us within 28 days when a shareholder's name changes.

How to change a shareholder's name

Step 1 - After you've logged in, select 'Start new form' from the left hand menu

Step 2 - Select 'Change to company details' (484) from the list of forms

Step 3 - Select 'Change of name for officeholders or members' from the list of changes

Step 4 - Enter the new details and select the shareholder that's being updated

Enter the date of change and the shareholder's new name. When this is complete, select 'Next' and select the shareholder you're updating.

If you need to update more than one shareholder, select all their names.

Step 5 - Review the changes and complete the declaration to submit your transaction

After you've reviewed all information and made sure it's correct, select 'Next'. Then complete the declaration and select 'Submit'.

For more information on updating your company details, see Company officeholders help.