USA COMPANY
- Art Teacher
- London, UK
- 5-7 Hrs
Starting Entrepreneurial venture in the United States is one of the wisest decisions for international entrepreneurs. With robust legal safeguards, pro-investor policies, and entry to the globe’s biggest marketplace for consumers, the U.S. continues to be an ideal choice for startups, founders of technology companies, and service companies as well. There are various business entities you can register for such as LLC, C-Corp, S-Corp, or a sole proprietorship. An LLC is popular for its simplicity and tax flexibility, while a C-Corp is ideal for those seeking funding or planning to scale globally.
- Passport copy (for foreign nationals)
- Company name & structure details
- Registered agent’s consent and address
- Articles of Organization/Incorporation
- Operating Agreement or Bylaws (recommended)
- EIN application (SS-4 form)
- S. mailing address (can be via agent or service)
- Choose Business Structure
- Select a State
- Name Your Company
- Appoint a Registered Agent
- File Formation Documents such as for LLC Articles of Organization and for Corporation Articles of Incorporation
- Apply for EIN (Employer Identification Number)
- Create an Operating Agreement or Bylaws
- Open a U.S. Business Bank Account
FAQs
Non-U.S. residents can legally form a business entity in the United States, such as a Limited Liability Company (LLC) or a Corporation (C-Corp or S-Corp, though S-Corps have restrictions). There are no citizenship or residency requirements to own or manage.
An LLC is a flexible structure that provides liability protection to its owners and allows for pass-through taxation whereas, a C-Corp is a separate legal entity that pays corporate income tax on its profits, and shareholders also pay taxes on dividends.
All states require having a registered agent with a U.S. address to receive legal documents.
There are no legal restrictions preventing a U.S. company from being wholly owned by foreign individuals or business entities except some industries such as defense, telecommunication, etc.
Under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), most U.S. companies formed or registered after January 1, 2024, must report their beneficial owners to FinCEN. The goal is to prevent illicit financial activity and increase corporate transparency.
No, but they can register as a foreign entity in another state or reincorporate through conversion or dissolution.
A physical address for a registered agent is required. Some states require a separate business address, but not all require a true office—many startups use virtual offices or agent addresses.
Yes, a single individual can own, manage, and control all roles in both LLCs and corporations, depending on state law.