Q&A for How to Form a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in the USA

Contact the Secretary of State's Office in your state. You may also contact the Register of Deeds Office in your county to assist you with your questions.

Yes, you can form an LLC in a different state than where you live, especially for online businesses. However, you may need to register as a foreign LLC in your home state if you have significant operations there.

It depends on the bank and your business setup. You can go in person to a U.S. bank, which is the most reliable method but requires travel to the U.S. You'll need a U.S. LLC or Corporation, an EIN from the IRS, company formation documents, a passport and secondary ID, and a U.S. address. Some platforms may also require a U.S. address or a U.S.-based co-founder.

Yes. You can form an LLC or a C Corporation without U.S. citizenship or residency. You will need to choose a state for registration, appoint a registered agent in that state, and obtain an EIN for tax purposes.