Open a US LLC.
Access US banking and cards.
For business owners in Peru, Argentina, Colombia and more than 175 countries. We handle the paperwork. You get a US company, EIN and bank account.
Not sure if you need a US company? Take the short check
- 10 min
- Application
- $200
- All-Inclusive
- A few weeks
- Get your US LLC, EIN and bank account
Simple. Fast. 100% online.
Everything you need to launch in the US
- LLC formation
- Filed with the state, with your operating agreement.
- EIN (US tax ID)
- Needed for banking, Stripe, Amazon and Shopify.
- US bank account
- Account and routing numbers. No travel needed.
- US business address
- For IRS mail, state filings and platforms.
- Registered agent
- We receive your government mail and remind you of deadlines.
- Shield business credit card
- Spend in USD once your company is live.
Your US company in three simple steps
Tell us about your business
Answer a few quick questions — residence, entity type, and company name.
We file everything
We form your LLC, get your EIN, and open your US bank account for you.
Start getting paid
Receive USD, connect payment platforms, and spend with your Shield card.
We recommend the right state for you
You don't need to be an expert. Answer a few questions in the application and we'll recommend the best state for your situation. Here's how the five most popular states compare for founders outside the US.
Delaware
The global favorite for founders who plan to raise capital. Its Court of Chancery and predictable case law are what investors expect, and Delaware LLCs are recognized worldwide by banks and payment processors. Franchise tax is about $300 a year.
State guidance based on doola's guide to the best states to open an LLC as a foreigner. Read the full guide
Do you need a US company to use Shield?
Probably not. Answer a few questions and see what applies to your business.
Short answerShield onboards businesses based outside the US. Most of our banking and payments products are available for foreign entities. Only the business credit card needs a US entity, and Shield can form it for you.
How long it takes
How long does it take to form a US LLC?
The application takes about 10 minutes, and we prepare your filing within 1 to 2 business days. The state then approves your LLC, typically within 7 to 14 business days in total. Each state sets its own processing time, so some are faster.
How long does it take to get an EIN?
If you have a US Social Security number (SSN) and run the business from the US, the IRS issues your EIN online, usually the same day. Without an SSN, the application goes to the IRS by phone, fax or mail and takes about 6 weeks. For most founders outside the US, this is the slowest step.
Is it faster if I live in the US?
Usually, yes. If you have an SSN and run the business from the US, the EIN can typically be issued online once your LLC is approved, so the whole process usually takes about 2 to 3 weeks.
When can I open my US bank account?
You can apply for your US business account as soon as your LLC and EIN are ready. If you live outside the US, plan for about 2 months from application to EIN, most of it waiting on the IRS. Account opening is subject to review.
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