A US LLC or C-Corp gives you Stripe access, US banking, and the credibility to win American clients and investors. We form it remotely - no US visit, no SSN required.
The United States is the world's largest single market. Whether you are raising venture capital, selling to US enterprise clients, or simply unlocking Stripe and US banking, the right US entity is the first step.
The most flexible US entity for non-residents. No corporate income tax at the LLC level, full Stripe and Mercury access, and simple pass-through taxation. Best for bootstrapped founders and service businesses.
Wyoming offers the lowest annual fees ($60/year), strong asset protection, and complete privacy - no public member list. Best for cost-conscious non-residents who want US presence without Delaware's $300/year fees.
Y Combinator, Sequoia, and all major US VC funds require a Delaware C-Corp. Preferred stock, cap table management, and stock option plans all require this structure. Essential if you plan to raise institutional capital.
Mercury, Relay, and Brex all accept non-resident LLC owners. We walk you through the Mercury application process so you have a US bank account ready alongside your entity.
Get startedWe determine whether a Delaware LLC, Wyoming LLC, or Delaware C-Corp is right based on your funding plans and operational needs.
Delaware and Wyoming LLCs are typically approved within 24 hours of filing.
We walk you through the IRS Form SS-4 process for non-residents. EIN typically issued within 1-4 weeks.
With EIN and company documents, we assist with Mercury bank account and Stripe account setup.
Yes. There are no nationality or residency requirements to form or own a US LLC. You need a valid passport for identification and an EIN (Employer Identification Number) from the IRS for banking and tax purposes. Non-resident single-member LLCs have specific US tax reporting obligations - we recommend engaging a US CPA familiar with non-resident LLC rules.
Delaware is the standard for venture-backed startups and businesses that will have complex ownership structures or raise institutional capital. Wyoming is better for bootstrapped founders and cost-conscious operators: lower annual fees ($60 vs $300+), stronger privacy (no public member list), and simpler compliance. Both give you full access to Stripe, US banking, and American clients.
Mercury and Relay are the most popular online-first US banks for non-resident LLC owners. Both accept non-residents and require your EIN, LLC formation documents, and passport. Mercury approvals typically take 1-5 business days. You do not need to visit the US to open an account.
No. Your registered agent address (in Delaware or Wyoming) satisfies the state requirement for a registered business address. Your Mercury or Relay bank account will also use this address. You do not need to rent US office space or have a US residential address.
Fixed price, real-time tracking, and expert handling, from first document to final approval.
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