# UK Charity Registration Service

> We register your UK charity with the Charity Commission and HMRC. Full managed service, trustee guidance, and Gift Aid setup from £899.

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# UK Charity Registration — Done For You

  Navigating the Charity Commission and HMRC can be overwhelming. We handle the paperwork, governance, and registration so you can focus on your cause.

   Updated 25 September 2026 · Reviewed by Kaiser Khan  · Process guidance, not legal advice

   Quick answer Charity registration support is hands-on help getting a new charity legally established and registered with the Charity Commission. Elite Digital Agency offers fixed-price packages covering the application, governing document and trustee guidance, with HMRC registration and Gift Aid setup on the Fully Managed package. A charity website is available separately.

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✓ 20% charity discount applies to all retainer services

 The opportunity

If your organisation's income exceeds £5,000 per year and its purposes are exclusively charitable, registration with the Charity Commission is a legal requirement in England and Wales. Beyond compliance, registration unlocks significant benefits: public trust, grant funding access, corporate sponsorships, and Gift Aid on donations.

## What's included in our registration service?

### Governing Document Drafting

 A tailored constitution or trust deed with charitable objects precisely worded for Charity Commission approval.

### Charity Commission Application

 Full application preparation, submission, and handling of any Commission queries or clarifications.

### Trustee Guidance

 Clear guidance for trustees on legal duties, conflicts of interest, and ongoing compliance requirements.

### Public Benefit Statement

 A robust public benefit statement meeting the Charity Commission's requirements for charitable registration.

### HMRC Registration & Gift Aid

 HMRC charity registration and Gift Aid scheme setup so you can claim an additional 25% on eligible donations from day one.

### Policy Templates

 Essential safeguarding, financial controls, conflicts of interest, and data protection policies included.

## Who is this service not for?

- Groups that do not meet the charitable purposes test — we will tell you early, not bill you for a doomed application.
- Founders wanting speed over governance quality — a weak constitution delays registration; we build it properly.
- Existing charities needing structural changes — that is a different (governance) engagement; ask us first.

## What does the registration process look like?

   01

### Discovery Call

 We discuss your charitable objects and preferred structure.

 02

### Documentation

 Drafting your governing document and essential policies.

 03

### Governance Guidance

 Briefing your trustees on their legal duties and responsibilities.

 04

### Commission Application

 Submitting your application and handling all Commission queries.

 05

### HMRC & Gift Aid

 Registering with HMRC and setting up Gift Aid from day one.

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### Charity SEO & AEO

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## What else should trustees check?

    Compliance

### What must a UK charity website show?

 Registered status, company and CIO wording, fundraising, Gift Aid and privacy.

 Read the guide →  Cost guide

### How much does a charity website cost?

 Published registered-charity and bespoke prices, and what is separate.

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### Plan a charity website that earns donor trust

 A step-by-step route from brief to launch checks.

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## Frequently Asked Questions

**How long does charity registration take?**

   The Charity Commission typically takes 40–60 working days to process applications. Our job is to ensure your application is complete and accurate to avoid delays or further queries.

**What if my application is refused?**

   Our Fully Managed package includes handling of Commission queries and, if needed, a revised resubmission at no additional cost.

**Do you only operate in England and Wales?**

   Our registration service covers England and Wales (Charity Commission). We can advise on Scottish registration (OSCR) but this is managed separately.

**What are your charity registration prices?**

   Standard: £899 (basic application support). Premium: £1,349 (includes governing document drafting and trustee guidance). Fully Managed: £2,249 (full end-to-end service including HMRC and Gift Aid setup).

**Do I legally have to register my charity?**

   In England and Wales, registration with the Charity Commission is a legal requirement if your organisation's annual income exceeds £5,000 and its purposes are exclusively charitable. Below £5,000 income, registration is voluntary but recommended — it unlocks public trust, grant eligibility, and Gift Aid. We assess your specific situation and advise on the appropriate route and timing.

**What are the benefits of registering a charity?**

   Registered charities benefit from: public trust and credibility (the Charity Commission register is publicly searchable); eligibility for most grant funding streams; 80% mandatory business rates relief; Gift Aid on eligible donations (adding 25% at no cost to donors); corporate donation and sponsorship eligibility; and access to Google Ad Grants ($10,000/month in free advertising). The combination of these benefits typically makes registration financially transformative for qualifying organisations.

**Can I register a charity if I am the sole trustee?**

   No — the Charity Commission requires a minimum of three unconnected trustees for most charity structures. Trustees must not be connected by family or employment relationships in a way that creates conflicts of interest. Part of our registration service includes guidance on trustee recruitment and governance structure to meet these requirements correctly from the outset.

## Interested in Charity Registration?

 We'd love to help your charity grow its digital impact. Get in touch for a free initial consultation.

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