Entering the U.S. market: business launch and LLC structure

Starting a company in the U.S. can be a good option if your business requires access to the American market, working with international clients, using U.S. payment infrastructure, or has the potential to attract investment.

The U.S. is also often chosen due to its clear corporate environment, strong business reputation, and high level of intellectual property protection. If your main priority is minimizing taxes, it is worth comparing the U.S. with other jurisdictions depending on your business model.

Yes. U.S. legislation allows foreign individuals to own companies in the United States. To set up an LLC, it is usually not required to be a U.S. resident or citizen.

In many cases, a U.S. company can be established remotely, and its business operations managed from another country. The process typically includes preparing basic data, selecting a state, setting up the organization, and obtaining tax identification.

The cost of launching an LLC in the U.S. depends on the selected state, business model, and scope of support. Typically, the price includes organizational steps, preparation of basic data, tax identification, and initial consulting support.

For popular states such as Wyoming or Delaware, the basic setup for non-residents usually starts at a few hundred dollars, excluding mandatory state fees that vary by jurisdiction.

The choice of state depends on your business model, growth plans, physical presence in the U.S., and other practical factors. For international businesses, Wyoming and Delaware are most commonly considered.

Wyoming is often chosen for its simpler cost structure and the absence of a state corporate income tax. Delaware is typically considered when a well-established corporate environment and potential for future scaling are important.

For doing business in the U.S., non-residents usually consider an LLC or a C-Corporation. The choice depends on the business model, growth plans, and the format of future operations.

An LLC is often suitable for online businesses, consulting, e-commerce, and IT projects due to its more flexible structure. A C-Corporation is more commonly considered when the business is focused on scaling, attracting investment, or building a more complex corporate structure.

The tax burden for businesses in the U.S. depends on the company structure, the selected state, and the owner’s tax status. Depending on the model, federal, state, and other requirements may apply.

For a Corporation, federal corporate income tax is typically applied. For an LLC, the tax approach often differs: in many cases, profits are not taxed at the entity level but are reported on the owner’s tax return.

State-level rules can also vary significantly. For example, in Wyoming, there is no state corporate income tax, while in other states it may apply. For international structures, the owner’s tax status and applicable international tax treaties are also considered.

In most cases, launching a company in the U.S. can be done remotely. The basic stages are completed online with the involvement of local providers, and physical presence is usually not required.

In some cases, a visit to the bank may be required to open a bank account, depending on the bank’s policies.

No. To start a company in the U.S., a visa or green card is usually not required. Foreign entrepreneurs can own companies in the U.S. even without permanent residence.

Yes, in many cases, it is possible to set up banking services or connect a payment solution for a U.S. company. However, requirements vary by bank or provider. Typically, they review the business model, company structure, and details of the responsible person. In some cases, additional verification data may be required.

There are also payment solutions that can serve as an alternative to a traditional bank account. For example, Payoneer allows you to work with USD and EUR accounts and use both local and international details to receive payments.

Yes. Many entrepreneurs manage U.S. companies remotely, especially if their businesses operate online. Operational management, client communication, financial processes, and organizational tasks can be handled from another country.

In popular states, the basic stages of company setup usually take from 1 to 5 business days. If you include tax identification and payment infrastructure setup, the full process for non-residents typically takes from 2 to 6 weeks.

Yes. Even if a company has no active operations, basic reporting or tax notification requirements may still apply. The scope of these requirements depends on the company's structure, the selected state, and the type of activity.