ABOUT STOCK TRANSFER FORMS
A stock transfer form is used to record the transfer of stock (shares, securities or stock) from one shareholder to another. Transfer can include sale, gift, surrender etc.
This form is suitable for use when transferring the ownership of shares issued by a company registered in England and Wales or Scotland and includes:
Company details
Current shareholder details
New shareholder details
Type of shares
Value of shares
This Stock Transfer Form is the updated form which does not require extensive self-certification other than for transactions of £1000 or less.
The form includes guidance about stamp duty
Is stamp duty payable?
How to pay stamp duty
When you may be exempt from stamp duty
Guidance on exemptions and how to certify