In short: an LLC (Limited Liability Company) is the most popular company type for non-residents. You can form an LLC from abroad — from Ukraine or any other country — without an SSN or a US address. We handle everything, from choosing the state to the documents your bank will ask for.
What an LLC is and who needs one
An LLC limits liability: the owner (member) is not personally liable for the company's debts. By default an LLC does not pay income tax as a separate entity — profit passes through to the owners. This works well for freelancers, online businesses, marketplace sellers and anyone working with US clients.
- Single-member LLC — one owner.
- Multi-member LLC — several owners, with the rules between them set out in the Operating Agreement.
How we form your LLC
- Consultation — we look at your goals and choose the state.
- Name check — the name must be available in the state registry.
- Registered agent — included for the first year.
- Articles of Organization — we prepare and file the formation document with the Secretary of State.
- Operating Agreement — the agreement between the owners.
- EIN — your company's IRS tax number.
- Launch — help with your bank account and payment systems, plus reminders about filings.
What we need from you
- A passport for each owner.
- Residential address.
- Two or three name options.
- A description of the business and ownership shares (if there are several owners).
Timing
Depends on the state and on standard or expedited filing. Each state's timing and fees are on the US states page.
Price
- Basic — $100 + state fee: formation, registered agent for the first year, tax consultation.
- Standard — $299 + state fee: + EIN, Operating Agreement, filing reminders.
- Premium — $399 + state fee: + expedited filing, contract templates, domain and business email.
- Registered address: your own, or ours for $34/month.
FAQ
Which state should I choose?
It depends on where and how you do business. Non-residents often choose Wyoming, Delaware, New Mexico, Florida or Texas. Compare them on the US states page.
Do I need an SSN to form an LLC?
No. You need neither an SSN to form an LLC nor to get an EIN.
Can I change company details later?
Yes. Owners, address, name and other details are changed by amendment — from $149.
What if I do business in another state?
You may need to register there as well (foreign qualification) — from $249.