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Although you might think Essex is only famous because of a popular television programme, the area is thriving when it comes to up and coming businesses and is home to some brilliant brands (and yours could be next!).

With 2 virtual office locations in Essex to choose from with Virtual HQ, all located in busy and real business parks or buildings, you can join the already successful companies that have made Essex their own. Starting from as little as £35 per month, as well as additional features to take advantage of, such as call handling and mail services, Essex is the ideal virtual office address.

What you get with a Virtual HQ Virtual Office

A premium virtual office for trading and advertising to improve your company image.
An address in a real & thriving business centre with physical tenants.
Address for use on your website, social profiles and company marketing materials.
Convenient mail pickup whenever you need it.
Pay-as-you-go private meeting spaces and co-working.
Friendly on-site support staff to help you and your visitors.
A month-to-month agreement, or 12 months with a discount.
Subject to availability and additional charges depending on the selected office.

Additional Services Available

Our basic virtual office package is for trading and advertising purposes, complete with mail collection. Looking for more than just a postcode? We offer a range of additional monthly rolling services (subject to availability, with extra fees applicable). Please note: A registered / director’s address is an add-on service and can only be purchased alongside our basic virtual office package.

£30.00 – One-off non-refundable setup fee

To cover our costs in conducting the legally required Anti Money Laundering checks for all new clients.
Free – Mail Collection

Your mail will be held securely at your location ready for collection. You will be notified by email when there is mail to collect.
£8.99 – Mail Forwarding

We will forward all mail directly to you, first class, the same or the next working day, saving you time.
£7.99 – Registered & Directors Address

All limited companies must have a registered address listed on Companies House – use your virtual office as yours.
£10.99 – Telephone Services

Choose a local or national telephone number, team with our telephone answering and never miss a call again from £10.99 per month.
‘Pay as you go’ – Meeting rooms and co-working available

Dedicated spaces tailored to your needs. Meet clients, brainstorm with colleagues, or conduct important interviews.

Accessing a virtual office in Essex has never been simpler with Virtual HQ

We pride ourselves on making our virtual office service as simple and as straightforward as possible. With our Essex locations, you’ll be able to access a range of new and potential clients, all hankering for your services (without actually being there).

The talent is pretty special in Essex too, with plenty of great educational institutions nearby; a virtual address in the area can help you attract that talent and grow your team.

You can even use your Essex virtual office as your official registered business address – making it feel even more authentic to clients. This can help increase your reputation and make your mark on the business world in the region. Meeting rooms, available on a pay-as-you-go basis, also mean you can impress your Essex clients in person, giving you the best of both worlds.

Benefits of our virtual
office service in Essex

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Locations available

Got a particular postcode in mind when it comes to showcasing your business in Essex? We have a few options for you to choose from – and are always adding more areas.
£213

average cost of a physical office

Per month, you could be saving upwards of £170 with a virtual office. Think of all the fun things you could do with those business savings… New office chair or even a fancy coffee machine. Cushty.
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meeting rooms

Although video calls are a great way to stay in regular contact with your clients, sometimes you just need that in-person interaction to seal a deal or build a relationship. With a virtual office, you can easily choose as and when you want to do this.
3.4%

registered business increase in 2021

Even in difficult times, such as the pandemic, Essex is a thriving area for business growth. Be part of that growth with a virtual office address.

Why a virtual office in Essex?

Fast growing economic region

Time and time again, Essex comes out top in regards to new businesses and economic growth. Having a business postcode in this region can allow you to take advantage of this and boost your own business.
Access to better talent

Been thinking about growing your team? Attracting talent can be tricky when your business is remote or hybrid. A virtual office presence in Essex can allow you to access better talent.
Extra savings available

If you choose to pay annually with Virtual HQ, you can save 10% on your virtual office fees. On top of what you’re already saving, this means you can finally invest in those branded stress balls.
Gain a greater client base

With a Essex virtual office presence, you can potentially reach a whole host of new and exciting clients, expanding your business opportunities and putting you front and centre in your industry. You can’t argue with that.

Protecting your business

At Virtual HQ, we prioritise our clients’ reputation by providing a premium commercial address in an active business environment. Our Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks ensure compliance and protect our clients and partners. Be wary of virtual office providers offering low fees with no setup costs – not all are trustworthy.

Compliance

All of our premises are registered and supervised under 2017 Money Laundering Regulations.
Protection

We protect our customers, partners and the public from virtual office fraud and other associated crimes.
Effortless

Compliance doesn’t have to be difficult. We keep all forms online, for quick and easy completion.

Frequently asked questions

Are virtual offices in Essex legal? What checks do you implement to keep my business safe?

Yes, virtual offices in Essex are completely legal. For many businesses, they’re also a necessity. For the likes of freelancers and small to medium sized businesses, they provide the affordable flexibility that they need – as well as a professional address and image.

All virtual offices need to be compliant, which is why we complete Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks. This protects our clients and keeps everything safe and sound.

Is there a setup fee for your Essex virtual offices?

Yes. This fee covers the checks we are legally required to make to meet our Anti-Money Laundering (AML) commitments.

We have a legal responsibility to confirm your identity and perform periodic checks of all clients using our virtual addresses – as a registered provider under The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017. The setup fee includes costs associated with these checks.