US company formation for non-residents

US company formation & business setup for non-residents

Set up your US business from India or anywhere in the world: an LLC or corporation in any state, with EIN, ITIN, a US business bank account and annual tax filing. 100% online, with no SSN and no US visit needed.

  • You pay what you see
  • Helping founders since 2016
  • No SSN needed
  • All 50 states
Instant price

What will my US company cost?

  • Company formation + EINIncluded
  • State filingIncluded
  • Registered agent (1 year)Included
Total, all-in$249
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Services

Everything you need to do business in the USA

Choose a complete package or a single service. Transparent prices, no hidden fees and one team from formation to tax filing.

EIN for Non-Residents

Get the federal tax ID for your existing US company, no SSN needed.

$49
  • Application prepared from your company documents
  • Responsible-party setup for non-US owners
  • EIN confirmation letter delivered to you

ITIN Application

Individual Taxpayer Identification Number for US company owners abroad.

$249
  • Eligibility review
  • Application prepared and submitted
  • Supporting documentation package
  • Follow-up until your ITIN is issued

US Business Bank Account (Online)

An online US business checking account for your existing US company, opened remotely without visiting the USA.

$99
  • Virtual (online) bank selected for your business profile
  • Application prepared and submitted
  • KYC guidance until approval
  • Online banking and debit card access

US Tax Filing for Non-Resident Companies

Annual federal filings for your foreign-owned US LLC or Corporation.

$300
  • Review of your company and ownership structure
  • Annual federal return(s) prepared and filed
  • Information returns required for foreign-owned companies
  • Deadline reminders every year

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How it works

Four simple steps

You send a few documents; we do the rest and keep you updated on WhatsApp.

  1. Choose your packagePick a state and the services you need, or ask us to recommend.
  2. Upload documentsUsually just your passport and company name.
  3. We file everythingCompany, EIN, ITIN and bank application, handled by our team.
  4. Start sellingReceive your documents, EIN and bank access, and get to work.
The basics

US company formation for non-residents, explained

What a founder outside the USA needs to know before setting up a US business.

Who can form a US company

Anyone, of any nationality and living anywhere. A non-resident can own 100% of a US LLC or corporation, manage it from abroad and sign everything online. You don't need a US partner, a visa, an SSN or a US address, and you never need to visit. A company you own abroad can also be the owner.

LLC or C-Corporation

An LLC is the usual choice for freelancers, agencies, online sellers and SaaS founders: simple to run, and a single-member LLC run from abroad often owes no US income tax. A C-Corporation pays 21% federal tax and suits startups raising investment. See LLC vs Inc for non-residents.

The EIN and the US bank account

The EIN is your company's US tax number. Non-residents get one without an SSN or ITIN, and it is needed for a US business bank account, Stripe, PayPal and Amazon. With both, US clients pay you by ACH or wire in dollars. See our EIN guide.

After formation

Every year the company renews with its state and files a federal return: for a foreign-owned single-member LLC, Form 5472 with a pro forma Form 1120, even with no income. Your home country taxes you under its own rules. See the complete US LLC guide and the guide for your country.

For Indian founders

US company setup from India

Indian founders, freelancers and agencies can own and run a US company without leaving India, with our team in Bangalore by your side.

  • 100% Indian ownership. No US partner, visa, SSN or US visit needed.
  • Few documents. Your passport, plus your PAN for packages with a bank account.
  • Get paid in dollars. A US business bank account in your company's name for US clients and platforms.
  • Talk to us in Bangalore. Call our team at +91 8105 199 399 or WhatsApp us at .
By country

Forming a US company from your country

The US side is the same everywhere. Tax treaties, banking and home-country rules are not: read the guide for where you live.

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Why UCB

Why founders choose us

100% your company

No nominee shareholders and no profit sharing. The company is yours; we simply set it up and help you keep it compliant.

Full bank access

Online banking, a debit card, and domestic and international transfers, all in your company's name.

A unique US business address

A professional US business address with your own suite number, available in 24 states.

Real people on WhatsApp

Talk to our team in Bangalore and the USA. No bots and no ticket queues.

Reviews

What our clients say

“I am thankful to UCB Business Solutions for getting my business set up in New Jersey. It was my long-term dream to set up my business in the USA, and it came true because of UCB.”
MaheshCEO, healthcare firm
“I never imagined I could get a bank account so easily. Thanks UCB for getting it done for me.”
Amir KhanCEO, IT startup
“We had been trying to get a bank account for the LLC we registered a year earlier. Finally we took UCB's help with a new registration and bank account. Without them our US business would not be running.”
Abhishek YadavFounder
“I took UCB's help in setting up my business in the USA. It was done as per my expectations.”
HarinderOwner, travel agency
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can a non-resident own a US company?

Yes. Anyone, of any nationality, can own 100% of a US LLC or corporation. You do not need a visa, SSN or US address, and you never need to visit the USA. We handle everything remotely.

Which state is best for a non-resident?

Wyoming is the most popular for its low fees and privacy, Delaware is preferred by startups raising investment, and Arizona has no annual report for LLCs. We recommend a state based on your business; see our state guides.

How long does the whole process take?

State approval of your company usually takes 3 to 19 business days from your order, depending on the state (Wyoming in 3 business days), the EIN typically one to four weeks for non-residents, and the bank account a few weeks after that, depending on the bank. You get updates on WhatsApp at every stage.

Can I open a US bank account without visiting?

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

Do I have to file US taxes?

Usually, yes. Even a foreign-owned LLC with no US income generally has an annual federal filing, and missing it can lead to steep penalties. Our US tax filing service takes care of this every year.

What documents do I need to set up a US company?

Usually only a passport for each owner and your chosen company name. For a US bank account, banks also ask for proof of address and a short description of your business. If a company will own the US company, we also need its certificate of incorporation.

Should I form an LLC or a C-Corporation?

Most freelancers, agencies, e-commerce sellers and SaaS founders choose an LLC: it is simple, and a single-member LLC run from abroad often owes no US income tax. A C-Corporation suits startups raising investment and companies with US staff or stock. See LLC vs Inc for non-residents.

How much does it cost to set up a US business?

A Wyoming LLC with EIN costs $249 all-in with us, including the state fee and the first year of registered agent service. Prices for every state are on our state pages, and our cost calculator shows the yearly cost to keep it running.

How do I get started?

Click Start now and choose your package, or message us on WhatsApp at or email enquiries@ucbsolutions.com. We reply within one business day.

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Guides

Latest guides for non-residents

Practical guides on US company formation, ITIN, banking and tax deadlines.

How to Start a Bookkeeping, Accounting or Tax Prep Outsourcing Company for US Clients from Abroad (2026), Without Visiting: US LLC or C-Corp, EIN Without an SSN, Bank Account, CPA Title Rules, PTINs for Foreign Preparers, Section 7216 Consent, WISP and the FTC Safeguards Rule
Business Options for Non-Residents

Start a Bookkeeping or Accounting Outsourcing Company for US Clients

How a bookkeeping, accounting or tax preparation outsourcing firm outside the USA sets up a US company remotely to serve American CPA firms and small businesses: LLC or C-Corporation, EIN without an SSN or ITIN, a US business bank account without visiting, the services US firms outsource and how they are priced, what a non-CPA firm can and cannot offer, PTINs for preparers without an SSN, the Section 7216 consent rule for offshore tax work, the FTC Safeguards Rule and written information security plans, AICPA confidentiality rules, tax, and worked examples.

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How to Start a Cybersecurity or Managed IT (MSP) Company for US Clients from Abroad (2026), Without Visiting: US LLC or C-Corp, EIN Without an SSN, Bank Account, Cyber Insurance, Penetration Testing Authorisation, HIPAA, FTC Safeguards and CMMC
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How a managed IT, managed security, SOC, penetration testing or vCISO company outside the USA sets up a US company remotely to serve American businesses: LLC or C-Corporation, EIN without an SSN or ITIN, a US business bank account without visiting, the services and pricing, insurance US clients require, written authorisation for penetration tests, client rules such as HIPAA, the FTC Safeguards Rule and CMMC, on-site work, sales tax on IT services and licences, and worked examples.

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How a data labelling, annotation, RLHF or AI evaluation company outside the USA sets up a US company remotely to sell to American AI teams: LLC or C-Corporation, EIN without an SSN or ITIN, a US business bank account without visiting, the services and pricing models, the security reviews and SOC 2 questions US buyers ask, HIPAA for medical data, biometric privacy laws for faces and voices, export control red flags, paying annotators abroad, tax, and worked examples.

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How to Start a Data Enrichment, Data Cleansing or B2B Database Company in the USA from Abroad (2026), Without Visiting: LLC or C-Corp, EIN Without an SSN, Bank Account, Data Broker Registration, CCPA, CAN-SPAM and the FCRA Line
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Start a Data Enrichment or Database Company in the USA from Abroad

How a data services firm outside the USA sets up a US company remotely to sell data enrichment, CRM cleansing, list building and B2B contact databases to American clients: LLC or C-Corporation, getting an EIN without an SSN or ITIN, a US business bank account without visiting, data broker registration in California, Texas, Oregon and Vermont, California's Delete Act and DROP, CCPA service-provider contracts, CAN-SPAM and calling rules for your buyers, the FCRA line you must not cross, scraping and licensing risks, sales tax on data, and worked examples.

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How to Start a Digital Marketing, SEO or Link Building Agency in the USA from Abroad (2026), Without Visiting: LLC or C-Corp, EIN Without an SSN, Bank Account, White-Label Work, FTC Review and Disclosure Rules, Paid Links, Tracking Pixel Lawsuits and ADA Website Claims
Business Options for Non-Residents

Start a Digital Marketing or SEO Agency in the USA from Abroad

How a digital marketing, SEO, PPC, social media or link building agency outside the USA sets up a US company remotely to sign American clients: LLC or C-Corporation, getting an EIN without an SSN or ITIN, a US business bank account without visiting, retainers and white-label partnerships, managing client ad spend, the FTC's fake review rule and endorsement guides, paid links and sponsored content, tracking pixel and chat widget lawsuits, ADA website accessibility claims, ownership of content and accounts, tax, and worked examples.

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How to Start a Lead Generation or Appointment-Setting Company in the USA from Abroad (2026), Without Visiting: LLC or C-Corp, EIN Without an SSN, Bank Account, TCPA Consent, Do-Not-Call, 10DLC Texting and State Telemarketing Rules
Business Options for Non-Residents

Start a Lead Generation Company in the USA from Abroad (2026)

How a lead generation, appointment-setting or outbound sales agency outside the USA sets up a US company remotely: LLC or C-Corporation, getting an EIN without an SSN or ITIN, a US business bank account without visiting, B2B and B2C lead models and pricing, TCPA consent after the 2025 court rulings, the National Do-Not-Call Registry, state telemarketing registration and calling hours, caller ID and STIR/SHAKEN, A2P 10DLC registration for texting, CAN-SPAM cold email, AI voice rules, high-risk verticals, and worked examples.

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