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Using a virtual address on company documents

A virtual address is a real address with a real reception. Here is what you can use it for and how to make it work with banks and partners.

29 October · 6 min read · The Brightdesk team

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Many Onitsha businesses start from a shop, a warehouse or a home. That is fine for trading, but a home address on an invoice or a company registration can feel exposed, and a shop address changes when you move. A virtual office address gives you a stable, professional address in GRA that stays the same as your business grows.

What you can use it for

  • Company registration and change of address filings
  • Bank account documents and correspondence
  • Invoices, quotations, letterheads and business cards
  • Your website, social pages and online listings
  • Receiving official letters, cheques and parcels

What we need from you

A valid ID for each director, proof of your own home address and, if you already have one, your company registration certificate. We keep these on file because the law expects us to know who receives post at our address.

What banks ask

Banks may ask for a letter confirming you use our address. We provide it on letterhead within a day. Some banks also visit; reception will confirm you are a member and show your post log if you agree.

Tip: use the same spelling of the address everywhere. Small differences cause delays with couriers and banks.

What a virtual address is not

It is not a place to store stock or meet customers without booking a room. If you need to meet, book a room by the hour; reception will greet your guests by name.

Put it into practice

Every plan includes a GRA address. Desk Line adds a team that answers in your name.

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Questions readers ask

Can I start the same day?

Usually within two working days, once we have your documents.

Can I switch plans later?

Yes, from your next billing date, up or down.

Do you work with businesses outside Onitsha?

Yes. Many members live in Lagos, Abuja or abroad and run their Anambra paperwork through us.

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