How Many Shares Should You Issue in a UK Company? Explained Simply!

When forming a UK limited company, you’re required to issue at least one share — but how many should you really issue? Should you keep it simple with one share or allocate hundreds or thousands? And how does it impact control, ownership, and future investment?

In this video, Ian from Your Company Formations walks you through everything you need to know about issuing shares when starting your company. Whether you’re registering a business on your own or with partners, understanding share structure is crucial.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

The minimum and maximum number of shares you can issue

How ownership and control change based on share distribution

When to issue equal shares (e.g., among friends or co-founders)

How share volume affects investor appeal and liquidity

The tax implications and what to ask your accountant

Why most UK startups opt for a simple 1 share = £1 structure

You’ll also learn why issuing too many shares early on can dilute ownership — and how to plan if you expect rapid growth or future fundraising.

At Your Company Formations, we make company registration simple, even when it comes to tricky decisions like this. Our user-friendly registration platform helps you input your share details easily, and our expert support team is just a message away if you need help deciding.

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