How Can I Start a U.S. Company If I Live in Another Country?

The entire process can be completed remotely. First, we select the appropriate business entity and state of formation. We then file the formation documents, obtain an EIN, and prepare the documentation needed to open business bank accounts. You do not need to be physically present in the United States.

How Do I Know Whether an LLC or a Corporation Is Right for Me?

The right choice depends on your business model. An LLC is often a good fit for online businesses, agencies, consulting firms, eCommerce companies, and small businesses. A corporation is typically considered by startups, investment ventures, and companies planning to raise capital.

How Much Does It Cost to Start a U.S. Business with Full-Service Support?

The cost depends on the state, business entity type, government filing fees, and any additional services you may need, such as an EIN, registered business address, business bank account support, sales tax registration, Amazon setup, and bookkeeping. After the consultation, we can provide an exact quote based on your specific project.

Which State Should I Choose to Register My Company?

The right state should be selected based on your business needs, not simply on popularity. Wyoming may be suitable for some businesses, while Delaware, Florida, Texas, or another state may be a better fit for others. It is important to consider taxes, reporting requirements, ongoing maintenance costs, and the company’s future plans.

How Do I Start a U.S. Company for Amazon?

To sell on Amazon, you need to register a legal business entity, obtain an EIN, prepare the required corporate documents, and complete the tax information in your Amazon seller account correctly. It is also important to determine in advance where your business may have sales tax obligations.

How Do I Open a Bank Account for a U.S. Company?

Once the company is registered and the EIN has been obtained, you can begin preparing the documents required by a bank or financial platform. These typically include the company’s formation documents, information about its owners, a description of its business activities, and documentation confirming its ownership structure.

How Can a Non-U.S. Resident Obtain an EIN?

An EIN application is submitted to the IRS after the legal entity has been formed. For non-U.S. residents, the process may differ from the standard online application, so it is important to prepare the company information and responsible party details correctly.

How Long Does It Take to Register a Company?

The timeline depends on the state and its document processing times. In some cases, formation can be completed quickly. In others, it may take longer due to agency backlogs, additional reviews, or the need to obtain tax identification numbers.

How Do I Start a Company for Stripe, PayPal, or Shopify?

To set up payment services, it is important to prepare the right legal structure, obtain an EIN, open a business bank account, create a website and professional business email, and provide a clear description of your business activities. Some platforms may also verify the owners, business model, and the country from which the company is actually managed.

Why Does a Company Need Bookkeeping After Formation?

Bookkeeping helps you track revenue, expenses, profit, tax obligations, and filing deadlines. Even for a small business, maintaining accurate records prevents financial disorganization and helps you prepare for tax season without last-minute corrections.

How Do I Know Whether I Need to Collect Sales Tax?

Sales tax obligations depend on the states where your business has sales, inventory, employees, economic nexus, or marketplace activity. For eCommerce businesses, this is a key issue that should be reviewed before sales begin to scale.

Where Can I Get Full-Service Support for Starting a U.S. Company?

It is best to work with professionals who do more than simply register a legal entity. They should also understand taxes, bookkeeping, business bank accounts, marketplaces, and ongoing business compliance. This way, you receive more than a set of documents—you get a practical business structure that is ready to operate.

Why Is It Important to Plan for Taxes and Reporting from the Start?

Company formation is only the first step. Once the business is registered, ongoing obligations begin, including transaction recordkeeping, tax forms, possible state filings, annual reports, sales tax, and other compliance requirements. Understanding these rules in advance makes it easier to operate the business without penalties or unnecessary costs.

Launch Your U.S. Company with Full-Service Support

Accounting City helps entrepreneurs launch and run their businesses in the U.S. through a clear, straightforward process: first, we understand your needs, then we recommend the right solution.

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Accounting City helps entrepreneurs launch and run their businesses in the U.S. through a clear, straightforward process: first, we understand your needs, then we recommend the right solution.

Free consultation

Start Your U.S. Business
the Right Way with Accounting City

Planning to enter the U.S. market, sell on Amazon, set up Stripe, work with international clients, or scale an IT project? It is important not only to form a legal entity, but also to choose the right structure from the start—including the entity type, state of incorporation, tax strategy, and ongoing compliance and accounting support.

We take into account your industry, projected revenue, payment systems, marketplace requirements, and reporting obligations. This approach helps prevent unnecessary expenses and avoid mistakes that often become apparent only after the business is up and running.

How We Can Help

How We
Can Help

Turnkey Company Formation

We handle the entire process—from selecting the right state and business entity type to preparing and filing the registration documents. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach, we tailor the company structure to your specific business model, whether it is eCommerce, IT, professional services, consulting, international trade, or marketplace operations.
Company Formation for Amazon and eCommerce

We help establish the legal foundation for selling on Amazon, Shopify, Walmart, Etsy, and other platforms. We also provide guidance on sales tax, payment processor tax settings, and the ongoing accounting of your business transactions.
EIN and Tax Registration

We obtain your federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) and, when needed, assist with securing additional state tax identification numbers. These are required to open business bank accounts, file tax returns, and register with payment platforms such as Stripe, Paddle, and Square.
Business Bank Accounts and Payments

We advise you on selecting the right bank or financial platform and help prepare the documents required to open a business account with ACH, wire transfer, and SWIFT payment capabilities.
Business Operations Consulting

We answer your questions before and after launch, covering taxes, bookkeeping, IRS requirements, accounting methods, payment platforms, annual reports, sales tax, and other ongoing business obligations.
Registered Business Address

We provide a registered business address and handle official correspondence on your behalf. Important notices and documents are forwarded to you by email.

Why the Right Business
Structure Matters

Forming a company through an online service is relatively easy today. But is a standard, off-the-shelf solution really right for your business? Not always.

An Amazon seller, a SaaS platform, a consulting agency, and an international trading company will each have different requirements. The appropriate entity type, state of formation, reporting obligations, tax responsibilities, and even banking approach may vary.

That is why we start with a consultation. We assess your business needs, evaluate potential risks, and recommend a structure that will work not only at launch, but also as your company grows.

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Proper preparation allows you to:

choose the right business entity;
avoid errors in your formation documents;
obtain an EIN for ongoing business operations;

prepare to open a business bank account;
understand your tax obligations in advance;
establish an organized, reliable accounting process from the start.

Types of Companies We Form

We work with businesses across a wide range of industries and tailor each company structure to the client’s specific needs. The right structure can reduce administrative burden, simplify banking, and help prevent unnecessary tax complications.

LLC

A flexible option for small and mid-sized businesses, IT teams, agencies, consultants, online stores, and service-based companies.
Corporation

A suitable option for startups, investment ventures, high-growth companies, and businesses planning to raise capital.
Companies for Non-U.S. Residents

For entrepreneurs based outside the United States, with no need to be physically present in the U.S.
Companies for Amazon and eCommerce

For marketplace sellers, online stores, and businesses that process international payments.
Companies for IT and SaaS

For developers, digital agencies, online services, and technology products.
Companies for International Business

For B2B service providers, import and export businesses, consulting firms, and companies working with clients across multiple countries.

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How the Business
Formation Process Works

1. Free Consultation

We discuss your business and goals, including what you do, where your customers are located, which platforms and services you plan to use, and your expected revenue. Based on this information, we recommend the appropriate business entity, state of formation, accounting method, and next steps.

2. Registration

We prepare and file the required documents in the selected state. Depending on the business entity, these may include Articles of Organization, Articles of Incorporation, an Operating Agreement, and other corporate documents.

3. EIN and Tax ID Registration

We obtain your federal Employer Identification Number (EIN). When necessary, we also assist with state-level registrations, including sales tax permits and other required tax identification numbers.

4. Amazon and Marketplace Setup

If you plan to sell through Amazon or other marketplaces, we help prepare your business account, complete the required tax information, and configure the essential account settings.

5. Domain, Business Email, and Phone Number

Upon request, we help register a domain name, set up a professional business email address, and obtain a U.S. phone number for business communications.

6. Business Bank Accounts

We advise you on selecting the right financial platform and prepare the documents required to open a business account. Once the account is active, you can receive payments, cover business expenses, and work with international clients and partners.

7. Post-Launch Support

Once your documents are finalized, we continue to support you as you take on new business obligations. We provide guidance on taxes, bookkeeping, reporting, regulatory requirements, and the use of business platforms and services.

8. Accounting and Tax Support

When needed, we provide ongoing accounting and tax support. Our accountants work closely with CPAs and Enrolled Agents to maintain accurate records and prepare tax forms correctly, helping minimize errors and compliance issues.

What You Get by Working with Us

What You Get by
Working with Us

The Right
Business Structure

We recommend the most suitable business entity and state of formation based on your specific circumstances. This helps you avoid paying for unnecessary solutions and understand your company’s future obligations from the start.

A Fully Registered
Legal Entity

You receive confirmation of registration, an EIN, a registered business address, and the complete set of documents needed to begin operations.

The Ability to Open
a Business Account

We help you prepare to open a business bank account or an account with a financial services platform. Once approved, you can send and receive payments via ACH, wire transfer, and SWIFT.

Post-Formation Support

You can contact us with questions about bookkeeping, taxes, annual reports, sales tax, banking transactions, and the continued growth of your business.

Which State Should You Choose?

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There Is No One-Size-Fits-All Answer

The right state depends on your industry, projected revenue, reporting requirements, and growth plans. We do not recommend a state simply because it is “popular.” First, we assess your business model, then explain the advantages, limitations, and potential costs of each option.

Why clients choose Accounting City

Company formation is only the first step. What matters most is that once the paperwork is complete, your business can operate with confidence accept payments, maintain accurate records, file required reports, and clearly understand its ongoing obligations.

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Pricing

Start in the U.S.

$650

State and entity type selection
Tax consultation (federal income tax, sales tax, state/local income tax)
State filing fees
Articles of Organization
Operating Agreement
Registered agent address
Mailing address
Annual report (next year billed separately)
Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting
Other documents (varies by state)
Incoming mail (up to 3 documents per year)

*You receive a registered legal entity.
To file taxes and open bank accounts, you also need a taxpayer ID number.

Turnkey Business (save $110)

$990

Package "Start in the U.S."
Federal taxpayer ID (EIN)
Business bank account (SWIFT / ACH / Wire Transfer)

*You receive a fully set up entity ready to operate.

Add-on services

Federal (EIN) and state tax IDs—$300
Business bank account — $150

Up to 10 documents/year — $90/year
Up to 25 documents/year — $180/year
Unlimited documents — $300/year

Website domain — from $30/year

Final pricing is confirmed after the consultation and depends on scope and workload. Please contact us for an exact quote.

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Submit a request, and we will analyze your situation, identify the priority tasks, and propose a suitable support format.

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Accounting City LLC
30 N Gould St Ste R
Sheridan, WY 82801, USA

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