Company dissolved: what happens to the shares?

Do this first: official routes

1. Read the GOV.UK page on money or property from a dissolved company. GOV.UK: money or property from a dissolved company Companies Act 2006, Part 31, Chapter 2 (legislation.gov.uk)
2. If you were a shareholder, you may be able to apply for a discretionary grant. GOV.UK: apply for a discretionary grant
3. A company can be restored. Administrative restoration is open to a former director or shareholder within the time limits on GOV.UK. Otherwise restoration needs a court order. GOV.UK: restore a dissolved company GOV.UK: company restoration guide
4. The Bona Vacantia Division is part of the Government Legal Department. Its guidance is BVC1. GOV.UK: bona vacantia, dissolved companies (BVC1) GOV.UK: Bona Vacantia Division GOV.UK: Government Legal Department

Then use the free finder

Type the old company name into the Old Shares Finder. It is free and stores nothing.

Watch out for scams

Be wary of anyone who contacts you out of the blue about your shares. Never pay upfront to release money. Check any firm on the FCA register. FCA: ScamSmart FCA Financial Services Register

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