Frequently asked questions

Yes. People of any nationality can own 100% of a US LLC or corporation. You do not need a US visa, a Social Security Number or a US address, and you never have to travel to the USA. We handle the whole setup remotely.

A Limited Liability Company (LLC) is the most popular structure for non-resident founders. It keeps your personal assets separate from the business, is simple to run, and, for a single foreign owner, is usually not taxed at the federal level on income that is not connected to US business activity. The rules for running it are set out in an operating agreement, which we provide.

A C-Corporation (Inc) is a separate taxpayer that issues shares. It pays US corporate income tax on its profits, and shareholders pay tax again on dividends. It is the preferred structure if you plan to raise investment, issue stock options or eventually list the company. LLC or Inc? See our comparison.

An S-Corporation is a tax election that lets a corporation pass profits through to its owners and avoid double taxation. Only US citizens and residents can be S-Corp shareholders, so non-residents cannot use it. A foreign-owned LLC usually gives similar pass-through benefits.

A "B Corp" is a certification for companies that meet social and environmental standards, while a benefit corporation is a legal form some states offer for mission-driven companies. Most non-resident founders do not need either; a standard LLC or C-Corp fits nearly every business.

Wyoming is popular for its low fees and privacy, Delaware for startups that will raise investment, and Arizona and New Mexico for low maintenance. If you will have staff, an office or a warehouse in a particular state, that state often makes more sense. Compare all 50 states or ask us for a recommendation.

A company formed in one state that does business in another state (for example, has an office or employees there) may need to register in that second state as a "foreign" entity. It has nothing to do with your nationality. We check whether this applies to you and can handle the registration.

A DBA ("doing business as") lets your company trade under a name that is different from its legal name, for example a brand or store name. It does not create a new company. We can register a DBA for you.

Every US company must have a registered agent in its state of formation: a person or firm with a physical address there who receives legal papers and official state mail on the company's behalf. As a non-resident you cannot act as your own agent, so we provide one for the first year in every formation package.

No. The registered agent address is only for official notices. Your company also needs a business (principal) address for banks, payment platforms and customers. For companies formed in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Mississippi, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington or Wyoming, you can add a US business address with your own suite number ($60 per year, 10 mail deliveries) or a virtual office with a lease agreement and open-and-scan mail ($49 per month) to any formation package.

An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is your company's US federal tax ID, issued by the IRS. You need it to open a bank account, use payment platforms, file taxes and hire. Non-residents can get an EIN without an SSN. We obtain it for you.

Form SS-4 is the IRS application for an EIN. It must be completed carefully, because mistakes on the responsible party, entity type or tax classification cause delays or a wrong tax setup. We prepare and submit it as part of our EIN service.

A 147C letter is an IRS letter that confirms your company's EIN and legal name. Banks and payment providers often ask for it if you have lost your original EIN confirmation (CP 575). We can help you obtain one.

An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is a personal US tax ID for people who are not eligible for an SSN. It helps with personal US tax filings, some bank and payment applications, and building US credit. ITIN vs EIN explained.

Form W-9 is how a US company gives its legal name and EIN to a client or platform that pays it, so they can report payments correctly. Your US company completes a W-9; as an individual foreign person you would normally use a W-8BEN instead. We help you fill in the right one.

Form I-9 verifies that an employee is allowed to work in the USA, and E-Verify is an online system some employers use to confirm it. They only matter if your company hires employees in the USA. Contractors and staff outside the USA are handled differently.

Yes. Our bank packages include a remote US business bank account application with online banking, a debit card and domestic and international transfers. Approval is always at the bank's discretion, and we guide you through the verification process.

Yes. With a US company, an EIN and a US bank account you can apply for Stripe, PayPal Business, Amazon Seller Central, Shopify Payments and most other US platforms. Each platform runs its own checks.

Usually, yes. Even a foreign-owned single-member LLC with no US income typically must file Form 5472 with a pro-forma Form 1120 every year, and penalties for missing it start at $25,000. Corporations file Form 1120. Our tax filing service takes care of it.

Most states require an annual or biennial report and fee, and some charge a franchise tax. The registered agent must also be renewed every year. Each state guide lists the ongoing requirement, and we send reminders.

A company should be formally dissolved with the state and have its final tax returns filed. Simply abandoning it can lead to penalties and fees that keep growing. We can close it properly for you.

Company filing usually takes a few business days, depending on the state. The EIN typically takes one to four weeks for non-residents, and a bank account a few weeks after that. You get updates on WhatsApp at every stage.

For a new company: a clear copy of your passport and your preferred company name. Other services need your formation documents or EIN letter. Each service page lists exactly what is needed, and you upload everything securely when you order.

Place your order online and upload your documents. Our team reviews them, confirms your total and then sends a secure payment link. You do not pay anything on the order page itself.

WhatsApp us on +91 8105 199 399 or email enquiries@ucbsolutions.com. We reply within one business day.