US Company Formation
We don't just form your US company — we structure it around your business model.
A formation decision made without weighing entity type, state, EIN, tax position and operating infrastructure together can lead to costly corrections later. We plan the structure around how your business will actually work.
01Entity type
LLC or Corporation?
There's no single right structure for every business. The choice depends on ownership, business model, tax circumstances, investment plans and operating needs.
- Legal form
LLCLimited liability company owned by its “members”
Corp.A more formal, share-based company owned by shareholders
- Federal tax classification
LLCBy default a single-member LLC is disregarded from its owner and a multi-member LLC is treated as a partnership; it can elect to be taxed as a corporation
Corp.Taxed as a corporation, filing a corporate income tax return at company level
- Management
LLCMembers or appointed managers; flexible internal rules (operating agreement)
Corp.Board of directors and officers; more formal corporate procedures
- Often considered for
LLCSole founders or small partnerships wanting flexible management
Corp.Plans to raise investment or transfer shares; corporate growth
“LLCs pay no tax” is a generalisation: an LLC is a legal structure, and its tax outcome depends on classification, elections and activity.
02State selection
Which state should you form the company in?
Choose the state around how the business will actually operate, not online popularity.
Wyoming or Delaware isn't automatically the best choice for every business — and operating in other states can require separate registration.
- 01
Where will the business actually be conducted?
- 02
Will there be a physical presence or employees?
- 03
In which state will inventory be held?
- 04
Where will marketplace operations be run from?
- 05
What annual reports and fees does the state require?
- 06
Are there investor expectations?
Registered Agent
A registered agent receives official papers — it isn't your operating office.
A registered agent is a person or company in the state of formation that receives official papers and legal documents on the company's behalf. LLCs and corporations generally need one to form, and the arrangement must be maintained for as long as the company is active.
What a registered agent's address is not
- An operating office
- A tax residence
- Proof of business presence
- A banking address
EIN
Company formation and the EIN are separate processes.
An EIN is the federal tax identification number the IRS issues to businesses — not a company registration number. Applications from outside the US go by phone, fax or mail rather than online. The IRS does not charge for an EIN.
Where it's often required
- Bank and payment applications
- Federal filings
- Marketplace tax details
International owners
How is the structure assessed for owners living outside the US?
A foreign-owned US company's obligations depend on its entity type, tax classification, the nature of its activity and how its income connects to the US. Income effectively connected with a US trade or business can be taxed in the US.
What we consider
- Entity type and classification
- Federal filings
- State obligations
- Information reporting
- Activity in the US
- Source of income
“Foreign owners pay no US tax” is not an accurate generalisation; it depends on the structure and the activity.
Banking & e-commerce
A US company doesn't mean bank, payment or Amazon approval.
Company formation, the EIN, bank or fintech applications, payment providers and Amazon account verification are separate processes. Each provider runs its own KYC/KYB and risk review; depending on scope, we help you prepare applications.
Separate processes
- Company formation
- EIN
- Bank / fintech onboarding
- Payment provider
- Amazon verification
A US company
Automatic bank, payment or Amazon approval
Approval always rests with the relevant provider.
Getting started
What information do we need to form the company?
The information and documents requested may vary by entity type, state and scope of service.
- Proposed company name
- Preferred entity type
- Member / shareholder details
- Manager / officer details
- Ownership percentages
- Business activity
- Sales channels
- Target markets
- Inventory and logistics plan
- Contact details
- Preferred state — if any
- ID documents — where required
Formation process
From business model to post-formation.
- 01Business model
- 02Entity type
- 03State
- 04Ownership & management
- 05Registered Agent
- 06Formation filing
- 07EIN
- 08Post-formation setup
Scope of service
From formation to operating infrastructure.
The scope of service is agreed to your needs; not every module is part of every engagement.
Define the Scope TogetherFormation
- LLC formation
- Corporation formation
- State selection support
- Registered agent coordination
- Formation documents
Scope-dependent infrastructure
- EIN — Application preparation and follow-up
- Tax & accounting — Through US Company & Tax Services
- Banking preparation — Application preparation and guidance
- Amazon / e-commerce — Account and launch infrastructure
- Trademark — Where requested
Transparency
We manage the process. We don't guarantee third-party decisions.
We prepare and manage the processes we agree on. Decisions by the IRS, state authorities, banks, fintech and payment providers and Amazon remain subject to their own rules and verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
About US company formation
Can I form a US company while living in Türkiye?
Yes. You generally don't need to live in the US to form an LLC or corporation there. The company needs a registered agent in its state of formation, and tax and state obligations are assessed separately based on its structure and activity.
Should I choose an LLC or a Corporation?
There's no single right answer. An LLC is a flexible legal structure whose federal tax classification depends on its ownership and any elections made; a corporation is a more formal, share-based structure. The choice should reflect ownership, business model, tax circumstances and investment plans.
Which state should I form the company in?
Look at where the business is actually conducted rather than at popularity: physical presence, employees, inventory, where revenue comes from and the state's annual requirements. If the company operates in another state, it may also need to register there (foreign qualification).
What is a Registered Agent?
A person or company in the state of formation that receives official papers and legal documents on the company's behalf. LLCs and corporations generally need one. A registered agent's address is not an operating office or a tax residence.
What is an EIN?
An EIN is the federal tax identification number the IRS issues to businesses. It is separate from company registration and is often required for banking, payments and tax matters. The IRS does not charge for an EIN.
Does forming a US company automatically mean I owe US tax?
Formation alone doesn't determine the tax outcome. Obligations depend on the company's tax classification, the nature of the activity, the income's connection to the US and state rules. Generalisations such as “foreigners don't pay US tax” are not accurate.
Can a foreign person own an LLC?
Yes. People who are not US citizens or residents can own an LLC. Foreign-owned companies can face additional information reporting; see our US Company & Tax Services page for details.
Does a US company guarantee a bank account?
No. Banks, fintechs and payment providers run their own KYC/KYB and risk reviews. Depending on scope we can help you prepare applications, but approval rests with the provider.
Can I use a US company to sell on Amazon?
A US company can be the legal entity behind an Amazon seller account. But company formation, the EIN, banking and Amazon account verification are separate processes, and Amazon approval isn't guaranteed.
Are there annual obligations?
Generally, yes. Depending on the state there may be annual reports and fees, the registered agent must be maintained, and federal returns or information reports may apply depending on the company's classification.
Can state obligations differ?
Yes. Annual reports, franchise-type taxes, fees and sales tax rules vary by state, and obligations can also arise in other states where the company operates.
Do you provide ongoing tax and accounting support?
Yes, depending on the scope agreed. See our US Company & Tax Services page for EIN, federal and state obligations and record-keeping.
US Company Formation
Let's form your US company around your business model.
Tell us about your sales channels, ownership and post-formation needs, and we'll assess them together.