{"id":776,"date":"2026-07-23T03:16:07","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T03:16:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ingstart.com\/blog\/en\/?post_type=cma_thread&#038;p=776"},"modified":"2026-07-23T03:16:34","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T03:16:34","slug":"what-are-the-basic-requirements-to-start-a-us-company","status":"publish","type":"cma_thread","link":"https:\/\/www.ingstart.com\/blog\/en\/answers\/what-are-the-basic-requirements-to-start-a-us-company\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are the Basic Requirements to Start a US Company?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p3\">Setting up a US company is relatively straightforward, and unlike many countries, <span class=\"s1\"><b>you don\u2019t need to be a US citizen or resident<\/b><\/span> to own one.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\">Here are the basic requirements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"s1\"><b>Choose a business entity.<\/b><\/span> Most foreign entrepreneurs register either an LLC or a C Corporation, depending on their business goals.<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s1\"><b>Select a state for incorporation.<\/b><\/span> Delaware, Wyoming, and Florida are among the most popular choices because of their business-friendly regulations.<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s1\"><b>Appoint a registered agent.<\/b><\/span> Every US company must have a registered agent with a physical address in the state of formation to receive legal and government documents.<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s1\"><b>Prepare the formation documents.<\/b><\/span> You\u2019ll need to file the required incorporation or organization documents with the state.<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s1\"><b>Obtain an EIN (Employer Identification Number).<\/b><\/span> An EIN, issued by the IRS, is required for taxes, opening a business bank account, hiring employees, and many other business activities.<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s1\"><b>Maintain ongoing compliance.<\/b><\/span> Most states require annual reports, franchise taxes, or other recurring filings to keep the company in good standing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p3\">One advantage for foreign founders is that <span class=\"s1\"><b>there is generally no US residency or citizenship requirement to form and own a US company<\/b><\/span>. In many cases, you can complete the entire incorporation process remotely.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">However, forming the company is only the first step. 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