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US Company Registration - An Overview

Setting up a business in the United States gives access to the world's largest economy, strong investor confidence, a mature legal system, and the opportunity to operate globally. The U.S. welcomes both citizens and foreign entrepreneurs to start businesses, with streamlined online processes in most states. Foreign founders usually choose LLC or C-Corp, especially in Delaware, Wyoming, or Florida.

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Delaware

89
Formation Filing
Registered Agent Service
EIN Application
5 more features available

Wyoming

100
Formation Filing
Registered Agent Service
EIN Application
5 more features available

Florida

125
Formation Filing
Registered Agent Service
EIN Application
5 more features available

Popular Business Structures in the USA

LLC (Limited Liability Company)
  • Best for small to medium businesses
  • Separate legal entity
  • Pass-through or corporate tax (choice-based)
  • Flexible management structure
C-Corporation (C-Corp)
  • Best for startups and venture-backed businesses
  • Separate legal entity
  • Subject to corporate tax (double taxation)
  • Preferred by investors and VCs
S-Corporation (S-Corp)
  • U.S. residents only
  • Separate legal entity
  • Pass-through taxation
  • Limited to 100 shareholders

Registration Process

  1. Choose State of Incorporation
    Select from popular states like Delaware (corporate-friendly), Wyoming (low cost), Florida, Texas, or California.
  2. Select Business Structure
    Choose LLC for flexible structure or C-Corp for investment-readiness.
  3. Choose a Unique Company Name
    Check availability in your chosen state's database.
  4. Hire a Registered Agent
    Mandatory for all U.S. companies to receive legal and government documents.
  5. File Incorporation Documents
    Submit Articles of Organization (LLC) or Articles of Incorporation (Corporation).
  6. Apply for EIN
    Get your Employer Identification Number from the IRS.
  7. Open a U.S. Bank Account
    Can be done via fintech platforms or by visiting the U.S.
  8. Register for Taxes
    Complete state and federal tax registrations as required.

Required Documents

Passport copy of each founder
U.S. business address (can be virtual)
Registered Agent details
Company name
Business purpose
EIN (applied for after registration)

Benefits of U.S. Company Registration

Global brand credibility
Access to U.S. investors and venture capital
Ability to open U.S. bank accounts and Stripe/PayPal
Legal protection & liability separation
Transparent regulatory framework
Scalable structure for international expansion

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