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For non-US founders · 180+ countries
5-15 business days to fully operational

Form a US business from anywhere. Operate from day one.

You do not need to be in the US. You do not need a US SSN. We form your LLC or Corporation, get your EIN, open your US bank account through partner banks, give you a US business address, and file your ITIN application if you need one. Complete US business presence in 5 to 15 business days, depending on your home country.

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No US visit requiredEIN without SSNUS bank account remoteStripe-ready setup
180+ countries served Mercury + Relay banking partners Stripe Atlas alternative
How it works

How it works From your country to a US business.

5-15 business days end to end.

1

Pick state + tier

Pay one-time fee. We confirm your details in under 24 hours and start the filings.

2

We file everything

State formation, EIN, bank intro, address setup, registered agent, optional ITIN. We coordinate in your time zone.

3

Bank + Stripe ready

Once your EIN is issued, Mercury or Relay opens your account. We provide the documentation Stripe expects from non-US founders.

4

You operate

In 5-15 business days you have a US business with bank account, EIN, address, Stripe-ready setup. Operate from anywhere.

What we'll set up for you

A clean handoff, in four steps.

You give us the basics. We handle the state, the IRS, and the compliance clock so you can focus on the business.

01 · Name + Brand

A name that's actually available.

Real-time check against the state register, USPTO trademark database, and matching domains.

02 · State filing

Filed with the Secretary of State.

We submit your Articles, pay the state fee on your behalf, and return the stamped certificate.

03 · Federal IDs

EIN + the right tax setup.

Federal Employer ID with the IRS, plus state tax accounts when your business needs them.

04 · Stay compliant

Registered Agent + deadline tracking.

Your agent on file in every state, with every renewal and annual report tracked in one calendar.

Pricing

All-in pricing.

Pick your tier. State formation fees pass through at cost; no hidden upsells at checkout.

Essentials

$799one-time
For solo founders building a SaaS or e-commerce business.
  • US LLC or Corp formation
  • EIN without SSN
  • US business address (1 year)
  • Registered agent (1 year)
  • Mercury or Relay bank intro
  • Stripe account documentation
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Founder

$1,199one-time
Most common tier; includes ITIN + Compliance Suite year 1.
  • Everything in Essentials
  • ITIN filing (when applicable)
  • Compliance Suite (year 1 included)
  • Operating agreement
  • Beneficial ownership setup
  • Free Apostille for any one document
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Premium

$1,499one-time
For founders raising venture capital or operating multi-state.
  • Everything in Founder
  • Delaware C-Corp option
  • Cap table starter (vesting + SAFE templates)
  • 83(b) election filing
  • Premium support (English / Spanish / Mandarin)
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FAQ

About the international founder package.

Can a non-US resident form a US company?
Yes: non-US residents can form a US LLC or corporation, own it fully, and obtain an EIN, with no requirement to be a citizen, resident, or hold a visa, which is why many international founders use a US entity to access banking and customers. We handle the formation, EIN, agent, and US address for you.
Do I need to visit the US to form a company?
No: formation, EIN, and registered agent service can all be handled remotely, so you can set up a US business without traveling, though opening a US bank account sometimes involves additional verification. We handle the remote setup and flag the banking step so the process is realistic from abroad.
Which state should a foreign founder choose?
Common choices are Delaware for startups raising investment and Wyoming for simple, low-cost LLCs, though the best state depends on your business and where you actually operate. We flag the trade-offs so an international founder picks a state that fits the goal rather than defaulting to a name they have heard.
Can I get an EIN without an SSN?
Yes: a foreign founder without an SSN can obtain an EIN for a US entity by filing directly with the IRS, which takes longer than the online route but works without a Social Security number. We obtain the EIN for you so the lack of an SSN does not block your US setup.
Do foreign-owned US companies have special filings?
Yes: a foreign-owned single-member US LLC generally must file IRS Form 5472 with a pro forma 1120 to report certain transactions, and missing it carries steep penalties, so foreign ownership adds a specific compliance duty. We flag this obligation so your entity does not incur a large avoidable penalty.
Do foreign founders have to file a US BOI report?
Under FinCEN's March 2025 interim rule, US-formed entities are exempt from beneficial ownership reporting even when owned by foreign persons, so a US LLC you form is generally not required to file, while a foreign company registering to do business in the US may be. We flag your current BOI status precisely.
How does a foreign founder open a US bank account?
It usually requires the formed entity, an EIN, and identity verification, and while some banks and fintechs support remote opening, others want an in-person visit, so the path varies by provider. We get the entity and EIN in place, the prerequisites for any account, and flag realistic banking options for founders abroad.
What US taxes does a foreign-owned company owe?
It depends on the entity type and whether the business has US-source income or a US presence, and a foreign owner may have personal filing obligations requiring an ITIN, so treatment varies and warrants tax advice. We keep the entity organized and flag where international tax guidance is needed.
Can File.Business set up a US company for a foreign founder?
Yes: we form the US entity, obtain the EIN without an SSN, provide registered agent and US address service, and flag the specific obligations, Form 5472, ITIN, and BOI status, that apply to foreign owners, so your US business is set up completely and compliantly from abroad.
Operate from anywhere

Start your US business from your home country.

No US visit. No SSN. Full US business presence in 5-15 business days.

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