Form a US LLC from Pakistan — no travel, no SSN
Pakistani freelancers, Amazon sellers and agencies lose clients and payouts because they can't invoice as a US company. A US LLC fixes that: a real US entity, an EIN, and access to the payment rails your clients already use.
What blocks Pakistani founders today
- Stripe and PayPal business accounts are hard to run from a Pakistani sole proprietorship
- US and EU clients ask for a W-9/W-8 and a company invoice before releasing large payments
- Amazon, Etsy and Upwork enterprise clients prefer contracting with a registered company
- No SSN or ITIN, so most DIY EIN routes fail
How PayNest solves it for Pakistan
EIN without an SSN
We file Form SS-4 on your behalf through the non-resident route and deliver the IRS confirmation letter.
US address + registered agent
A real US business address and state-compliant registered agent, so you never need a US contact of your own.
Payment-ready paperwork
Articles of organization, EIN letter and operating agreement — the exact documents Stripe, Wise and Payoneer ask for.
Priced for Pakistan
$209 all-in formation, with optional services added only if you need them. No hidden renewal surprises.
Payment platforms clients from Pakistan 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 Pakistan
- 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.
Pakistan FAQ
Can I open a US LLC while living in Pakistan?
Yes. You stay in Pakistan the whole time. We file with the state, obtain your EIN, and provide the US registered agent and business address the state requires.
Will a US LLC help me get Stripe in Pakistan?
A US LLC with an EIN and US business address is the standard route founders use to apply for Stripe. Approval is always Stripe's decision — we prepare the documentation, we don't guarantee any third-party account.
Do I pay tax in the US?
A single-member foreign-owned LLC with no US-source income usually owes no US federal income tax, but must still file Form 5472 with a pro-forma 1120 each year. We flag the deadline in your dashboard; we are not a tax adviser.
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 Pakistan?
$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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