Form a US LLC

Flexible, location-independent and tax-efficient — the structure for international entrepreneurs

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Form a US LLC & reduce taxes

A smart setup for location-independent entrepreneurs

Forming a US LLC gives digital nomads, freelancers and entrepreneurs a credible international business presence, with the potential for a tax-efficient setup.

US companies have an excellent reputation in Europe: professional, established and trustworthy. A well-structured LLC combines business credibility with global flexibility.

What is a US LLC?

A US LLC (Limited Liability Company) is a flexible business entity that is especially popular with international entrepreneurs. For non-US taxpayers, it may be treated as tax-transparent, depending on how it is structured.

One particularly relevant tax classification is disregarded entity treatment. Under this treatment, the US LLC is not considered a separate entity for federal income tax purposes. Its profits are attributed directly to the owner.

Used strategically, a US LLC can offer considerable flexibility, especially for people who live internationally, work remotely and want to structure their taxes efficiently and within the law.

Who is a US LLC best for?

Perpetual travelers & expats

A US LLC may suit entrepreneurs who live outside the United States and run their business internationally. Whether and where profits are taxed depends on their personal tax status, where the work is performed and any actual connection to the United States.

Freelancers & service providers

Developers, designers, coaches and consultants can bill international clients through their own US company in USD, EUR or other currencies.

Agencies & online businesses

A US LLC may suit marketing agencies, affiliate businesses, membership models, digital products and SaaS companies that sell worldwide and operate remotely.

E-commerce & dropshipping

A US LLC can serve as the central entity for international trade, including dealings with platforms, suppliers and payment providers.

Amazon FBA sellers

A US LLC can be used for Amazon sales and FBA operations. However, holding inventory or making sales in the United States may create additional tax and registration obligations.

A US LLC is particularly well suited to entrepreneurs who want to work remotely, bill clients internationally and operate through a clear corporate structure.

Your US LLC formation package

Everything from the state filing to your EIN

We coordinate the formation of your foreign-owned US LLC. The package includes the state filing, formation documents, a standard operating agreement and the EIN application for your LLC.

The package also includes your registered agent, a registered office address for the first year and state filing fees of up to USD 200. This covers common formation states such as New Mexico, Wyoming and Florida.

The package also includes a 30-minute strategy call. During the call, we discuss your goals, planned business model and the next steps in the formation process.

Throughout the process, you can raise practical questions about the setup directly with us. Individual legal or tax advice is not included.

After formation, you can add the Detoxhelden US LLC Management & Compliance Package. Within the agreed standard scope, the package includes preparation of the required US tax forms by a US CPA.

Price: 990 EUR

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Form a US LLC — flexible, tax-efficient & fully remote

You do not need to live in or travel to the United States to form a Limited Liability Company (LLC). We coordinate the entire formation process for you.

Together, we choose the state that best fits your business and objectives:

Florida and Wyoming are common choices for international entrepreneurs, digital nomads and expats who value a well-established LLC framework and straightforward administration.
New Mexico offers straightforward administration and less public disclosure of the LLC's owners. The right option depends on your business model and personal goals.

Is a US LLC tax-free?

A US LLC is not automatically tax-free. For non-US taxpayers, however, it may be treated as tax-transparent. This means the profits are attributed to the owner rather than taxed at company level in the United States. The actual tax treatment depends on your tax residency and the facts of your case.

Advantages of a US LLC

Fast remote formation without travelling to the United States
Tax transparency when the structure meets the relevant requirements
High flexibility for location-independent businesses
Widely recognized in international business
Suitable for international clients and business models

Banking

On request, we help you assess banking options for your business, whether with a traditional US bank or a digital provider offering an international IBAN. We consider your business model, residency and each provider's requirements.

Which US addresses does an LLC need?

Every US LLC needs a registered agent with a physical registered office address in its state of formation. Our package includes both for the first year.

Where state rules allow and you request it, the registered agent address may also be used for the following purposes:

Registered office address: The registered agent's official address for government and legal notices.
Principal office address: The LLC's main address in the public register.
Mailing address: The address used for the LLC's business correspondence.

Using the registered agent address does not automatically give you a business address that meets a bank's or payment provider's requirements.

Strategy call before formation

Want to identify the right LLC setup, state, banking option and address arrangement before you proceed? You can book the strategy call included in the package as a separate first step.

If you later form your LLC with Detoxhelden, the call fee is credited in full toward the total package price.

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Ready to form your US LLC?

Already booked the US LLC strategy call separately and ready to put the structure you discussed into place? The full call fee will be credited toward the package, and you can proceed by paying the balance due.

Proceed with US LLC formation

Management & Compliance

For ongoing support, you can book the Detoxhelden US LLC Management & Compliance Package . Within the agreed standard scope, the package includes preparation of the required US tax forms by a US CPA.

We guide you through the full formation process, from choosing the state to receiving your formation documents and EIN.

Form your US LLC remotely with us, using a clear setup built around your international business model.

US LLC details: the standard disregarded entity setup

The following information applies to the standard setup used by many of our clients: a foreign-owned single-member US LLC treated as a disregarded entity for US tax purposes. The owner is neither a US citizen nor a US tax resident, performs all services outside the United States and has no employees, business premises, inventory or other operating presence there. If any of these facts differ, the tax treatment must be assessed based on the specific circumstances.

Taxation

The US LLC is not treated as a separate entity from its owner for federal income tax purposes. Profits and losses are attributed directly to the owner.

If there is no relevant connection to the United States for tax purposes, the business income described above is not subject to US federal income tax. The owner's personal tax treatment depends on their tax residency.

If there is no income subject to US tax, a double tax treaty is generally unnecessary to avoid double taxation in the United States.

Sales tax

For services performed entirely outside the United States, the standard scenario described above does not create a US sales tax obligation.

Trade tax

Under this standard setup, the United States does not impose a trade tax equivalent to the German Gewerbesteuer. State fees and other recurring charges still apply where required by the state of formation.

Owner withdrawals & salary

A disregarded entity does not pay its owner a conventional dividend or profit distribution. The owner can withdraw funds directly; under the setup described above, those withdrawals are not subject to US social security contributions.

Administration & accounting

This standard setup does not require the type of annual financial statements that a separately taxed corporation would prepare.

Complete, traceable records must still be kept for income, expenses, capital contributions, withdrawals and transactions between the US LLC and its owner.

Regular filings commonly include Form 5472 and the related pro forma Form 1120, even when no US income tax is due. If the US LLC holds foreign financial accounts whose aggregate value exceeds USD 10,000 at any point during the calendar year, an FBAR filing may also be required.

Ongoing obligations & services

Depending on the formation state, an annual report, state fees or periodic updates to company details may be required. These ongoing obligations differ between New Mexico, Wyoming and Florida.

Book the US LLC strategy call first

Clarify the right structure first, then decide on formation

The personal strategy call is already included in the US LLC formation package. If you want to discuss your plans personally first, you can book this part in advance as a separate service for 200 EUR.

If you then decide to form your US LLC with Detoxhelden, the 200 EUR paid is credited in full toward the total formation package price.

✅ 30 minutes of personal consultation — we discuss your plans, your business model and the key requirements for your US LLC structure.
✅ Clear walkthrough of the formation process — you get a practical overview of the individual steps, from choosing the state through registration and the EIN application.
✅ Time to address your open questions
✅ Appointment scheduling by email
✅ 100% creditable toward the company formation

Price: 200 EUR

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The strategy call is designed for strategic orientation and preparation. It does not replace individual legal or tax advice.

Form a US LLC after an already booked strategy call

Form your US LLC after the strategy call

Now move ahead with the structure discussed

Have you already booked the US LLC strategy call separately and then decided to form your US LLC with Detoxhelden? If so, you can pay the remaining balance here so we can start the formation process.

The 200 EUR already paid for the strategy call is credited in full toward the total US LLC formation package price of 990 EUR.

The exact process and all included services are described in the following sections on this page.

Remaining balance: 790 EUR

Only after a separately booked US LLC strategy call

Continue with US LLC formation

This booking option only applies if the related US LLC strategy call was booked separately in advance for 200 EUR. Without the prior strategy call booking, the regular total price for the full US LLC formation package remains 990 EUR.

The process — step by step to your US LLC

1. Initial consultation & guidance — In a personal conversation, we clarify your goals, choose the suitable state together, for example Florida, Wyoming or New Mexico, and discuss the optimal structure — including the option to run the LLC as a disregarded entity. You receive all information on formation, taxes and use cases — clearly explained and in German.
2. Document preparation — You receive a structured checklist from us with all required information. Afterwards, we prepare all required formation documents and coordinate the filing.
3. Formation & registration — Your LLC is registered in the selected state. Registration is usually completed within 1–3 working days, fully digitally. You receive all formation documents, including Articles of Organization and company certificate.
4. Application for the EIN (US tax number) — Immediately afterwards, we apply for your EIN (Employer Identification Number) with the US tax authority (IRS). This is required for tax purposes and often a prerequisite for bank account opening. The application usually takes 1–2 weeks, currently possibly a little longer.

The requirements — what you need

For EU citizens, forming a US LLC is straightforward, fully remote and governed by a clear legal framework. You only need a few things:

✅ Valid passport or identity card — A valid identity document is sufficient for identification and preparation of the formation documents.
✅ Company name & activity description — You choose a company name and provide a brief description of your business model. We check availability in the desired state and handle the registration.
✅ Choose the formation state — We advise you on choosing the optimal state, for example Florida, Wyoming or New Mexico, depending on requirements for banking, privacy or administration.

What's included

We handle the formation from start to finish and structure the LLC around your goals. The package includes:

✅ 1:1 strategy call (30 minutes) — your goals, business model and the right state for your LLC.
✅ State filing for your US LLC — for example in Florida, Wyoming or New Mexico.
✅ State filing fees up to USD 200 included.
✅ Formation documents — Articles of Organization, Operating Agreement and any other required documents.
✅ EIN — application for your LLC's US tax identification number.
✅ Registered agent & registered office address for the first year.
✅ Additional address details — principal office address and mailing address, where permitted and requested.
✅ Banking guidance — providers that fit your business model and residency.
✅ Support through completion — including handover of all formation documents.

⏱ Processing time: State filing is often completed within a few business days. The EIN requires additional processing time.

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US LLC management and compliance service

US LLC Management & Compliance

The Detoxhelden Management & Compliance Package provides ongoing support for your US LLC after formation. We coordinate the standard recurring obligations and track the relevant deadlines.

✅ US CPA & tax forms — preparation of the required standard filings
✅ Registered agent — ongoing service and annual renewal
✅ Registered office address — the official address in the formation state
✅ Annual report & state fees — depending on the state
✅ Deadline tracking — oversight of recurring filing and renewal deadlines
✅ Personal support — help with administrative questions throughout the service period

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FAQ

What is included in the US LLC formation package?

The package includes a 30-minute strategy call, the state filing for your US LLC, the formation documents, the EIN application, the registered agent and registered office address for the first year, and state filing fees of up to USD 200.

Which state is right for my US LLC?

That depends on your business model, ongoing fees, public disclosure requirements and personal goals. New Mexico, Wyoming and Florida are common options; we determine the best fit during the strategy call.

Is the registered agent included in the formation package?

Yes. The registered agent and registered office address are included for the first year. Where permitted and requested, the same address may also be used as the principal office address and mailing address.

How long does it take to form a US LLC?

Depending on the state, the LLC is often registered within a few business days. The EIN requires additional processing time.

As an EU citizen, do I need to travel to the United States to form an LLC?

No. The entire process can be completed remotely, from preparing the documents to completing the state filing.

Are ongoing US taxes due if I have no clients or income in the United States?

As a rule, a correctly structured LLC with no US-sourced income is not subject to US income tax. A proper setup and a clear distinction between US-sourced and non-US-sourced income remain essential.

Can I open a business bank account for my LLC?

Yes, but US banking depends heavily on the specific setup. Many banks require a connection to the US economy. Alternatively, international or digital solutions may be considered, depending on structure and business model.

Do I need a US address for my LLC?

Every US LLC needs a registered office address in its state of formation. The package includes the registered agent and registered office address for the first year. Where permitted and requested, the same address may also be used as the principal office address and mailing address.

Do I have to file tax returns in the United States?

Even without US-sourced income, certain reporting obligations exist. In many cases, an annual information filing, for example Form 5472 together with a pro forma 1120, is required. This concerns the LLC structure, not the actual taxation.

Is a US LLC automatically tax-free?

That depends on the structure. For non-US taxpayers, a US LLC may be treated as a disregarded entity and therefore as tax-transparent. The LLC is not taxed as a separate entity; its income is attributed to the individual owner.

Your personal tax residency ultimately determines how that income is taxed. In combination with residency in a country with territorial taxation, such as Panama or Paraguay, foreign-sourced income may be tax-advantaged or not taxed under certain conditions.

Can I book the US LLC strategy call separately?

Yes. The 30-minute strategy call included in the full formation package can be booked in advance as a separate service for 200 EUR. In the call, we review your plans, the possible formation state, the planned structure, and any questions around banking, addresses and the next steps.

Will the strategy call be credited toward the later US LLC formation?

Yes. If you decide to form your US LLC with Detoxhelden after booking the separate strategy call, the 200 EUR paid is credited in full toward the total formation package price of 990 EUR. The remaining balance for implementation is 790 EUR.

Can I book the US LLC formation directly for 790 EUR?

No. The 790 EUR booking option is only the remaining balance for clients who have already booked the US LLC strategy call separately for 200 EUR. Without the prior strategy call booking, the regular total package price remains 990 EUR.

Start now — form your US LLC

Give your business the international foundation it needs: a properly formed US LLC, set up remotely and without unnecessary paperwork.

We handle the setup, state filing, registered agent, addresses and EIN for your US LLC.

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Take the first step toward an international, tax-efficient business with a flexible company structure that fits the way you live and work.

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