Question 1

Can non-US residents form a US LLC?

Accepted Answer

Yes! IncorpLab specializes in helping international entrepreneurs register US LLCs, no citizenship or residency required.

Question 2

Which state is best for LLC registration?

Accepted Answer

We offer Wyoming and Delaware. Wyoming suits most bootstrapped online businesses; Delaware suits companies planning to raise investment.

Question 3

How long does LLC formation take?

Accepted Answer

Typically 3-10 business days (varies by state). We offer expedited options for faster processing.

Question 4

Do I need a US address or phone number?

Accepted Answer

No, we provide a registered agent service and US business address (included in our packages).

Question 5

What documents do I need to form an LLC?

Accepted Answer

We need a photo of your international passport and utility bills (phone, internet, water, electricity, or bank statement). Note: billing dates should be within 90 days.

Question 6

Do I pay US taxes as a non-resident LLC owner?

Accepted Answer

Only if you have US-source income. We offer tax consultation to minimize liabilities.

Question 7

What's an EIN, and do I need one?

Accepted Answer

An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is like a business SSN. We obtain it for you to open bank accounts and handle tax filings.

Question 8

How do I stay compliant yearly?

Accepted Answer

We offer annual compliance packages (registered agent, state filings, etc.) starting from $65/year.

Question 9

Can I get Stripe as a non-US LLC owner?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Once your US LLC is formed, we will set up your Stripe account, even without an SSN/ITIN.

Question 10

How quickly can I start processing payments?

Accepted Answer

After LLC setup, Stripe onboarding takes 1-2 days (we handle the paperwork).

Question 11

Can I use Stripe with my country's bank account?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We help you link Stripe to Wise, Payoneer, or Mercury (no US visit needed) and your local bank can be linked to one of those.

Question 12

What's included in your LLC formation package?

Accepted Answer

LLC registration, EIN, registered agent, US address, documents, US Business Bank Setup, and Stripe onboarding support.

Question 13

Do you offer refunds?

Accepted Answer

See the FAQ page for the full answer.

Question 14

How do I contact support?

Accepted Answer

Email contact@incorplab.com or chat live on our site (24-hour response time).

Question 15

Are bank account opening fees included in your prices?

Accepted Answer

No. Our prices do not include bank account opening fees. Most US banks (e.g. Mercury) are free to open. If you choose Wise Business instead, Wise charges a one-time fee of USD 31. That fee is charged by Wise, not by IncorpLab.

Frequently Asked Questions

US LLC Formation

Taxes & Compliance

Stripe & Payments

IncorpLab Services

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