A virtual office gives your business a physical address and professional presence, without the cost or commitment of renting traditional office space.
It’s perfect for remote businesses that want to appear established, credible, and local.
Instead of using your home address or a PO box, you get a real business address in a prime location for your website, invoices, marketing materials, and more.
Why not just use your home address?
Working from home has its perks, but using your home address publicly can raise concerns:
Lack of professionalism: A residential address on your website or invoices doesn’t build confidence.
Privacy risks: Clients could show up unannounced, or your personal details could be shared online.
Blended boundaries: Using your personal phone or email for business can blur lines and hurt your image.
It helps keep work and home life separate, while presenting your business in a more polished, professional light.
How do virtual offices work?
When you sign up for a virtual address, you get access to a physical business address, mail handling services, and optional extras. Here’s what’s typically included:
Trading Address: Use your virtual office as your public-facing business address.
Mail Handling: Choose between free mail scanning (10 scans per month), unlimited scanning or physical forwarding to any address.
Company Registration: Add a registered office address to use with Companies House.
Virtual Landline: Get a local number diverted to your mobile so you never miss a call with a virtual landline.
Receptionist Services: Upgrade to have calls answered in your business name and messages forwarded.
Virtual PA: Delegate tasks like appointment booking, inbox management, and admin to a dedicated assistant.
Virtual Office vs Registered Office Address
They sound similar, but they serve different purposes:
A Registered Office Address is the official address you submit to Companies House.
A Virtual Office is a trading address you use on your website, emails, and marketing.
You can buy them separately or bundle both under one subscription. Just make sure you know which one your business needs.
Who uses virtual offices?
Virtual addresses are used by:
Freelancers and sole traders who want a professional presence without the overheads
Startups and SMEs looking to establish credibility
Larger businesses expanding into new markets or cities
They’re flexible, cost-effective, and scalable, ideal for any business wanting to grow.
Where should I rent one?
Your virtual office location should reflect your target market and brand:
Choose local if you’re serving a specific geographic area—helpful for SEO and search visibility.
Choose prestige if image matters, such as a city centre or financial district.
Avoid areas that might clash with your brand’s tone. A yoga business in the middle of a corporate district, for instance, might feel mismatched.
Most major UK cities offer virtual office locations across various postcodes, so you can pick the one that best supports your goals.
Is a virtual office a real address?
Yes. All of our virtual addresses are established, working offices in commercial locations. From the outside, it looks like any traditional business premises, and that’s the point. It allows your brand to appear established without the overhead
How much does a virtual office cost?
Our virtual office prices start from £10/month, even in central London. That gets you a professional business address in one of the world’s most prestigious cities, cheaper than a couple of pints.
Add-ons like a registered office address or call answering service are available, usually still under £50/month total. You can pay monthly, cancel anytime, or save with our discounted annual plans.
What to look for in a virtual office provider
Choosing the right provider matters. Here’s what to check:
UK-wide presence – Useful if you plan to expand.
No setup fees – You shouldn’t be charged just to get started.
Flexible terms – Monthly or annual billing, and easy cancellation if it’s not right for you.
Included services – Look for extras like free mail scans or bundled call handling.
Good reviews – Check Google, Feefo, or Trustpilot before you commit.
Is a virtual office right for you?
If you work remotely, want to boost credibility, or need to separate work and personal life, then a virtual office is a smart, low-risk investment. It offers professional presence, flexibility, and value, without the cost of a traditional office. Business is all about smart decisions. And this one’s a no-brainer.
Check out our low-cost virtual office addresses and work smarter with Virtually There.
Paul Sandquest ,Head of Marketing
Paul is Head of Marketing at Virtually There and has over a decade of experience supporting businesses across the globe.
