In business, perception is reality. An Aged Shelf Company instantly gives your venture an appearance of longevity and stability, which can be a powerful psychological advantage when building trust with clients, partners, and financial institutions.
What is an Aged Shelf Company? A Simple Guide
An aged shelf company is a ready-made, dormant company, just like a regular shelf company, but with one key difference: its registration date is much older (e.g., 1, 2, or 5+ years old). The primary advantage of this is that the company appears more established and has a history of existence, which can be a significant benefit in certain business dealings. For example, when you bid for a contract, you can state that your company was “established in 2021,” which can sound more credible than “established last week.”
Why Choose StartupHero for This?
We maintain a portfolio of clean, compliant aged shelf companies of various ages. We provide a guarantee that the company has never traded and has no liabilities, and we handle the entire transfer process swiftly, including all director and name changes.
An aged company is beneficial for:
- ✅ Bidding on Tenders: Some contracts may favour companies that have been established for a longer period.
- ✅ Building Trust: A long-standing registration date can enhance trust with potential clients, investors, and financial institutions.
- ✅ Meeting Requirements: Fulfilling specific credit or trade requirements that stipulate a minimum company age.
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“I work in the construction industry, and having a company with a 3-year history gave me a definite edge in securing my latest project. Great concept and service.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Does an aged company have a bank account or tax number?
A: Typically, they do not, as they are completely dormant. These would need to be set up after you take ownership, which we can assist with.
Q: Do I inherit any debt?
A: No. We provide a guarantee in writing that the company has no assets or liabilities and has never traded.
Instantly acquire years of history and credibility. Choose an Aged Shelf Company to give your business a head start.







Pieter N., Roodepoort –
I work in the construction industry, and having a company with a 3-year history gave me a definite edge in securing my latest project. Great concept and service.