Frequently asked questions

No. Formation, the EIN application and in many cases the bank account are handled fully online.

No. You don’t need an SSN or US residency for the LLC or the EIN. We use the IRS process designed for non-US persons.

State filing takes 1–5 business days depending on the state. For non-US persons, the EIN is usually issued within 2–6 weeks.

For most international founders, Wyoming or New Mexico make sense (low ongoing costs). Delaware is mainly worth it for startups raising venture capital. Our onboarding gives you a recommendation.

That depends on where you live. If you are tax resident in e.g. Germany, profits are generally taxed there. We do not provide tax advice, but we work with partner firms who can advise you.

Each year there are state fees (annual report), the registered agent and possibly US tax forms. You see these costs upfront in our plans.

In Georgia and the USA this is possible in many cases. In Northern Cyprus an on-site appointment is usually required, which we accompany.

Not for personal accounts. For business accounts you need a company – e.g. your US LLC.

Yes, many founders manage it with a US LLC, EIN and possibly an ITIN. The path usually starts with starter cards and gradually building history.

First cards are often possible within a few weeks. For higher limits and funding, expect 6–12 months.