Foreign citizens and companies can form a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in the USA. To open an LLC, foreign citizens don’t need to come to the US. They can hire an LLC service company to form the LLC for them.
Steps to Form a Foreigner-Owned LLC
- Get a US Mailing Address
- Name the Company
- Find a Delaware Registered Agent
- File Certificate of Organization
- Obtain an EIN
Yes, foreign individuals and companies can name themselves as the owner of the new American business. The foreign company would become a member of the US LLC. Typically non-US citizens don’t need a Social Security Number to open an LLC bank account. However, some banks require an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number.
In 2021, under Russian law, foreign citizens and companies can be founders of a Limited Liability Company.
Restrictions and Requirements in Russia
- A foreign company cannot be the only founder of a Russian LLC if there is only one founder.
- Foreign companies cannot conduct commercial activities in some areas, such as radioactive waste.
Foreign individuals have to certify their signatures in Russia for the LLC registration application.
Foreign LLCs are required to maintain a registered agent where they conduct business to receive legal documents.
Steps to Register a Foreign LLC
- Name the Foreign LLC
- Choose a registered agent service
- File paperwork online
Can a foreign company own an LLC? Yes, foreign entities can own an LLC in the USA.
What is the difference between an LLC and a foreign LLC? This question seems to be raised but the text does not provide an explicit answer, thus no details can be given.