Register a US LLC from India — fully remote
Indian SaaS founders, D2C brands and service agencies use a US LLC to bill international customers in USD, look local to US buyers, and keep a clean corporate structure alongside their Indian operations.
What blocks Indian founders today
- US customers hesitate to send purchase orders to a non-US vendor
- USD collection through Indian accounts adds friction and FX loss
- SaaS billing platforms expect a US entity and EIN
- Existing Indian company can't easily open US payment accounts
How PayNest solves it for India
USD-first structure
Invoice and collect in USD through a US entity, then move funds to India through your normal banking channels.
EIN handled for you
No SSN needed — we file the non-resident SS-4 route and deliver the confirmation letter.
Works alongside your Indian entity
Many founders keep the Indian company for delivery and use the LLC for international contracts. We form the LLC; your CA advises on structure.
Transparent $209 formation
$160 state fee + $49 service fee. Extras like EIN, virtual address and notary are optional line items.
Payment platforms clients from India usually apply to
PayNest is an independent filing service, not affiliated with these platforms or with any government agency. Account approval is always the provider's decision — we prepare the company documents they ask for.
Your steps from India
- 1
Complete the online intake — company name, activity, ownership and your passport details.
- 2
We file with the Secretary of State (expedited filing is typically 1 business day).
- 3
We prepare your EIN application through the non-resident SS-4 route — no SSN needed.
- 4
Documents land in your PayNest dashboard; you apply for payments and banking with them.
India FAQ
Is it legal for an Indian resident to own a US LLC?
Yes, US law places no residency restriction on LLC ownership. Indian residents should also review FEMA/RBI reporting and tax obligations with a qualified CA — we handle the US formation, not Indian compliance advice.
Do I need a US bank account before forming the LLC?
No — it's the other way round. The LLC and EIN come first; payment and banking applications are made afterwards using those documents.
How long does the whole process take from India?
State filing is typically 1 business day on expedited processing (10–14 days on standard). EIN issuance for non-residents commonly takes a few weeks through the IRS fax/mail route.
Can a non-US resident own a US LLC?
Yes. There is no citizenship or residency requirement to own a US LLC. You never need to travel to the United States, and you can be the 100% single owner of the company.
Can I get an EIN without an SSN or ITIN?
Yes. Non-US residents without an SSN or ITIN receive their EIN through the IRS Form SS-4 route (fax/mail processing). We prepare and file it for you and deliver the EIN confirmation letter to your dashboard.
Which state should a non-resident choose?
Wyoming is the usual choice for online businesses and freelancers: low annual cost and strong owner privacy. Delaware suits founders planning to raise investment. We'll recommend one during intake — the price is the same either way.
Do I have to visit the US or provide US documents?
No. Everything is remote: your passport, an address in your home country, and the online intake are enough. Our registered agent and business address in the US cover the local requirements.
How much does it cost in total?
$209 all-in for the formation itself — $160 mandatory state filing fee paid to the Secretary of State plus a $49 flat PayNest service fee. Optional extras (EIN, registered agent, virtual address, notary) are shown as separate line items before you pay.
Ready to form your US LLC from India?
$209 all-in — $160 state filing fee plus a $49 flat PayNest service fee. Optional extras are itemised before you pay.
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