An LLC is the most flexible business structure in the USA, and foreigners can own one 100%. Extreme Filer files your company with the state, arranges your registered agent and delivers your formation documents — then guides you through EIN, banking and yearly compliance. Everything handled end to end, 100% online.
A US LLC gives a small or foreign-owned business the credibility of an American company with far less paperwork than a corporation.
Your company is a separate legal entity, so business debts and claims stay with the business — your personal assets stay separate, as long as you keep business and personal finances apart.
By default an LLC does not pay its own corporate tax — profits pass through to the owners. For many foreign-owned single-member LLCs with no US-source income, that means a simple yearly information filing instead of a corporate tax bill.
A US LLC with an EIN unlocks Stripe and PayPal business accounts, US business bank accounts (such as Mercury or Wise) and marketplaces like Amazon that are difficult to access with a foreign company alone.
US clients and suppliers take a US-registered company more seriously. Invoicing from a US LLC, with a US address and bank account, removes friction from every deal.
No board meetings, no minutes, no public shareholder registers. An LLC is run by its members under a private operating agreement — we prepare yours as part of formation.
States like Wyoming do not publish member names on a public register, so your ownership stays private while your company stays fully legal and compliant.
If any of these sound like you, an LLC is very likely the right first step — message us and we will confirm for your exact case before you pay anything.
Software developers, designers, marketers and agencies in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and beyond who bill US clients and need Stripe/PayPal plus a professional US presence.
Amazon, Shopify and Etsy sellers who need a US company, EIN and sales-tax setup to sell into the US market properly.
Founders selling digital products or subscriptions worldwide who want USD pricing, US payment processing and a company investors and partners recognise.
No existing company needed, no US partner needed, no visit needed. If you have a passport and a business idea, you can own a US LLC.
No hidden pricing games: we quote on WhatsApp after understanding your state and situation, because state fees and timelines differ. You approve the full quote before any filing starts.
The whole process is remote. You never deal with state portals or IRS forms yourself.
What you sell, where your customers are, and whether you plan to raise investment. We recommend the right state — free, before you pay anything.
Your chosen company name, passport or ID copy, home address and member (owner) names. No SSN, no US address, no notarised documents.
We prepare and submit your Articles of Organization and arrange the registered agent. Most states approve within a few business days; we keep you updated throughout.
You receive your approved formation documents digitally. Then we move straight to EIN, bank account and payment processors so you can start trading.
There is no single “best” state. The right choice depends on cost, privacy and where your real activity is.
| State | Best for | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | Most non-residents, freelancers & online sellers | Low ongoing annual cost, no state income tax, member names not published — the most popular choice for foreign owners with no US office. |
| Delaware | Startups planning to raise US investment | The state US investors know best, with a specialised business court. Often better as a C-Corp than an LLC if funding is the plan. |
| Florida | Sellers/founders with real Florida activity | No state income tax for individuals and a large market; an annual report is required to stay active. |
| Texas | Businesses with Texas customers, stock or staff | If you physically operate in Texas, forming there avoids registering twice. Franchise tax rules depend on revenue. |
| Your activity state | Anyone with an office, employees or inventory in the US | Operating in a state usually means registering there anyway — forming there from the start is simpler and cheaper. |
Not sure? That is normal — most clients are not. Message us your situation and we will recommend the state that fits, even if that advice means a cheaper option.
| LLC | C-Corp | Sole Proprietorship | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liability protection | Yes — separate legal entity | Yes — separate legal entity | No — you and the business are the same |
| Open to foreigners? | Yes, 100% foreign ownership | Yes, 100% foreign ownership | Effectively no for non-residents |
| Tax style | Pass-through by default | Corporation pays its own tax | Personal tax only |
| Paperwork | Low — operating agreement, annual report | Higher — bylaws, directors, meetings | Minimal, but no protection |
| Best for | Freelancers, agencies, e-commerce, solo founders | Startups raising venture capital | US residents testing a small idea |
Forming the LLC is step one. These yearly items keep it in good standing — and Extreme Filer can handle every one of them for you.
Most states require an annual report (and some a franchise tax). Miss it and the state can dissolve your company — we track the deadline for you.
Foreign-owned single-member LLCs must file this IRS information return every year, even with zero income. Late filing penalties are severe, so this one matters.
Beneficial ownership details must be kept current with FinCEN when they change, and your registered agent must stay active in your formation state at all times.
Yes. US law does not require LLC owners to live in the United States, hold a visa, have an SSN or have a US home address. Non-residents can own 100% of a US LLC. You need a registered agent with a street address in the formation state, which we arrange for you.
For most non-residents with no physical US operations, Wyoming is popular for its low annual cost and privacy, while Delaware suits startups planning to raise investment. If you have staff, stock or an office in a specific state, forming there is usually simpler. We recommend the right state free, before you pay anything.
Very little: your chosen company name, a copy of your passport or national ID, your home address, and the names of the members (owners). No SSN, no US address and no notarised documents are needed for the state filing itself.
Most states approve a standard LLC filing within a few business days, though timelines vary by state and workload. Before you pay, we give you a clear, honest estimate for your chosen state and keep you updated while it is in progress.
Yes, in practice. An EIN is required to open a US business bank account, use Stripe or PayPal, hire, and file taxes. Foreign owners cannot use the IRS online application without an SSN, so we prepare and file Form SS-4 through the IRS channels for non-residents. See our EIN service.
Most states require an annual report and some charge franchise tax. Foreign-owned single-member LLCs must also file IRS Form 5472 with a pro-forma Form 1120 every year — even with zero income — and BOI details must be kept current with FinCEN. We track and handle all of it under our compliance service.
Yes. With your formation documents and EIN, non-residents commonly open remote business accounts with fintech banks such as Mercury or Wise. We guide you through the documents, application answers and common rejection fixes.
Choose an LLC for a flexible, simple structure with pass-through taxation — ideal for freelancers, agencies, e-commerce and solo founders. Choose a C-Corp if you plan to raise venture capital, because US investors expect it. Tell us your plans on WhatsApp and we will recommend honestly.
Most LLC owners need these next — each one has its own specialist handling at Extreme Filer.
Your federal tax ID from the IRS without an SSN — required for banking, Stripe and hiring.
A reliable US street address in your formation state to receive state notices and legal documents.
An IRS tax ID for individuals, without visiting an embassy or mailing your original passport.
Beneficial Ownership Information reporting to FinCEN, prepared and filed correctly.
The mandatory yearly IRS filing for foreign-owned single-member LLCs.
Buy inventory tax-free and get approved by wholesale brands and suppliers.
Tell us what you plan to sell and where your customers are. We will recommend the right state and give you a full quote on WhatsApp — no obligation, no pressure.
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