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USA company formation – stable jurisdiction and great reputation.
There are many companies types:
Time of USA company formation takes from 3 to 15 days and depends on jurisdictions.
Personal presence is not required.
Corporation Tax in USA: 21% due to the passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017
Income Tax in USA: The Federal income tax has 7 brackets: 10%, 15%, 25%, 28%, 33%, 35%, and 39.6%. The amount of tax you owe depends on your income level and filing status.
VAT Tax in USA: 5 states (Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire and Oregon) do not levy a statewide sales tax, while California has the highest state sales tax with a base rate of 7.25%. (The territory of Puerto Rico has a higher 10.5%
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Main Characteristics and the basic rules of Company registration in USA
Business expansion is something most entrepreneurs think of but they often falter over selecting the right offshore destination for expansion needs. There is no fixed rule regarding which country you should pick for venture expansion. Based on your future plans, target customers and monetary limit, you should pick the country. However, if capturing a huge market is on agenda, taking the business to the US shores is ideal. The political and economic powerhouse that the USA is, you will not have to face many hiccups. However, you should still check out our USA Company Formation service.
Regarded as the top economy in the world, the USA has excellent opportunities for nearly all types of entrepreneurs. The legal norms and business setup procedures vary from one state to another to an extent but you will not have to face many hurdles. In fact, you will have to wait for a long time to get documentation done. However, the nuances of federal and state laws can seem vast and a tad baffling to you at the beginning. To get clear understanding of these and their implications for businesses, you can check our USA Company Formation service.
The best thing about expanding business activities in the USA is you will not have to face hardships in hiring efficient and skilled employees. A majority of US residents are English speaking and the multicultural population ensures you can hire apt type of employees quickly.
The transport system and telecommunication infrastructure in the USA are excellent- to say the least. A number of international airports are located in various parts of the USA. Rail and road transport means are also very good for executing business operations. Same can be said about the logistic facilities.
You can start different types of companies in the US states and territories. For example, you can start a limited liability company, corporation or partnership type venture. You may also open branch office of your company in the USA. The legal nuances and taxation requires of each can vary. BRIS group offers comprehensive consultancy and USA Company Formation service.
The latest govt measures have made expanding business operation in the USA quite simplified. Still, you will benefit by obtaining expert consultancy on the same. We offer extensive consultancy for the companies planning to start operations in the USA. Call BRIS group now to know the details about the USA Company Formation service.
• Proposed company name
• The registered office details (if you have your own)
• The principal business activities
• Director and secretary details
• Share structure details
• Members’ share details for partnership.
As soon as company is registered you will receive:
If you are ordering nominee services (nominee director, nominee shareholder) we will provide you:
All documents will be dispatched to you by special courier delivery.
Over the 20th century, most major corporations incorporated under the Delaware General Corporation Law, which offered lower corporate taxes. Nevada has done the same. Twenty-four states follow the Model Business Corporation Act.
ALABAMA LLC FORMATION | How to register a LLC in Alabama |
Name for Your LLC | A LLC’s name must contain the words “Limited Liability Company” or the abbreviations “LLC” or “L.L.C.” |
Restricted & Prohibited words | For example Names: Bank, Attorney, University require additional paperwork and may require a licensed. Prohibited words are those that would confuse the name of your LLC with a federal or state agency (e.g. FBI, Secret Service, Treasury etc.) |
Where to File an Application of LLC Registration | An Alabama LLC is created by filing a Certificate of Formation with a Probate Court. |
Requirements of a Registered Agent | Every Alabama LLC must have an agent for service of process in the state. |
Is registered agency is required? | Yes, an individual or corporation.You may elect an individual within the company including yourself. |
An Operating Agreement | A LLC operating agreement is not required in Alabama, but it is good practice to have one. An operating agreement is created, it must be filed with the LLC’s Certificate of Formation. |
Publication Requirements | There are no publication requirements in Alabama. |
Annual filing requirements for your LLC | Alabama requires LLCs to file a Business Privilege Tax Return and Annual Report with the Department of Revenue on or before three and one-half months after the beginning of the LLC’s taxable year. |
How much is Tax obligation required to pay? | A minimum $100 state tax must be paid each year. |
Other Tax Requirements | If your LLC has more than one member than you have to register for EIN |
Why do I need an EIN | For Federal and State tax purposes To hire employees for the company To open a business bank account for the company |
Do I need to obtain Business License? | Depending on its type of business and where it is located, your LLC may need to obtain other local and state business licenses. |
Where I have to keep LLC Records | An Alabama LLC must keep the records in its principal office and make them available for inspection by LLC members |
Do I need to register for State taxes? | If you have Employees in Alabama If you are selling taxable goods or services in Alabama |
ALASKA LLC FORMATION | How to register Alaska LLC Formation? |
Name for Your LLC | A LLC’s name must contain the words “Limited Liability Company” or the abbreviations “LLC” or “L.L.C.” |
Restricted & Prohibited words | For example words such as Bank, Attorney, University require additional paperwork and may require a licensed. Prohibited words are those that would confuse the name of your LLC with a federal or state agency (e.g. FBI, Secret Service, Treasury etc.) |
Where to file Certificate of Formation? | An Alaska LLC is created by filing articles of organization with the State of Alaska Corporations. |
Requirements of a Registered Agent | An Alaska LLC must have an agent for service of process in the state. |
Who can be a Registered Agent? | The registered agent may be an individual resident of Alaska or a corporation authorized to transact business in Alaska. |
Who will register your LLC in Alaska | State of Alaska Division of Corporations |
An Operating Agreement | An LLC operating agreement is not required in Alaska, but is highly advisable. |
Publication Requirements | No, there are no public records requirements. |
Annual filing requirements for your LLC | LLC is responsible to file an Initial Report with the State of Alaska Division of Corporations within 6 months of organisation. |
What is filing fee for Initial Report you have to pay? | There is no filing fee. |
What are State Tax obligation requirements? | A Biennial Report form must be filed every two years. The report is due before January 2 of the filing year. |
Other Tax and Regulatory Requirements | The State of Alaska Division Corporations filing fee is $100 for Alaska LLCs |
Why do I need an EIN | This may be necessary to open a bank account and will be necessary to hire employees. |
Do I need to obtain Business License? | An Alaska Business License is required to do business in the state. |
Where I have to keep LLC Records | LLC must keep the records in its principal office and make them available for inspection by LLC members |
Do I need a Federal tax ID number? | You can get your federal tax ID number from the IRS. |
The time of registration | It will take about 7-10 business days to process your Alaska limited liability company |
ARIZONA LLC FORMATION | How to register a LLC in Arizona? |
Name for Your LLC | Name must contain the words Limited Liability Company or or the abbreviations “LLC,” “L.L.C”, “L.C.,” or “LC.” A professional LLC’s name must contain the words “professional limited liability company” or the abbreviations “P.L.L.C.,” “P.L.C.,” “PLLC,” or “PLC.” |
Restricted words & Prohibited words | For example words such as Bank, Attorney, University require additional paperwork and may require a licensed individual, such as a doctor or lawyer, to be part of the LLC. Prohibited words are those that would confuse the name of your LLC with a federal or state agency (e.g. FBI, Secret Service, Treasury etc.) |
Where to file Certificate of Formation? | An Arizona LLC is created by filing a Certificate of Formation with a Arizona Corporation Commission. |
Requirements of a Registered Agent | Every Arizona LLC must have an agent for service of process in the state. |
Who can be a Registered Agent? | This is an individual or corporation. You may elect an individual within the company including yourself. |
Who will register your LLC in Arizona | Arizona Corporation Commission |
An Operating Agreement | A LLC operating agreement is not required in Arizona, but it is good practice to have one. An operating agreement is created, it must be filed with the LLC’s Certificate of Formation. |
Publication Requirements | LLCs of Arizona have to publish a notice of organisation for three consecutive weeks in an approved newspaper in the county of the LLC’s principal office. A list of acceptable newspapers in each county is posted on the Arizona Corporation Commission website. |
Annual filing requirements for your LLC | Arizona requires LLCs to file an Annual Report |
How much you have to pay to file an annual report? | Arizona corporate law requires Arizona corporations to file an annual report and pay a $45 fee |
What State Tax obligation required to pay? | An annual gross receipts tax of a minimum of $800. |
Other Tax and Regulatory Requirements | An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is obtained from the IRS (free of charge) by the business owner after forming the company. |
Why do I need an EIN | For Federal and State tax purposes To hire employees for the company To open a business bank account for the company |
Do I need to obtain Business License? | Depending on its type of business and where it is located, your LLC may need to obtain other local and state business licenses. |
Where I have to keep LLC Records | An Arizona LLC must keep the records in its principal office and make them available for inspection by LLC members |
Do I need to register for State taxes? | If you have Employees in Arizona If you are selling taxable goods or services in Arizona |
The State of Delaware is a leading domicile for U.S. and international corporations. The Delaware General Corporation Law is the most advanced and flexible business formation statute in the nation. | |
DELAWARE LLC FORMATION - How to register a LLC in Delaware? | |
Name for Your LLC | The name must include the words “Limited Liability Company” or the abbreviation “L.L.C.” or the designation “LLC”. |
Restricted & Prohibited words | For example Names: Bank, Attorney, University require additional paperwork and may require a licensed. |
Prohibited words are those that would confuse the name of your LLC with a federal or state agency (e.g. FBI, Secret Service, Treasury etc.) | Prohibited words are those that would confuse the name of your LLC with a federal or state agency (e.g. FBI, Secret Service, Treasury etc.) |
Where to File an Application of LLC Registration | Delaware Secretary of State |
Requirements of a Registered Agent | Yes.Delaware law requires every corporation to have and maintain a Registered Agent in the State who may be either an individual resident, a domestic corporation, or a foreign corporation authorized to transact business in Delaware whose business office is identical with the corporation's registered office |
An Operating Agreement | A LLC operating agreement is not required in Delaware, but it is good practice to have one. An operating agreement is created, it must be filed with the LLC’s Certificate of Formation. |
Publication Requirements | There are no publication requirements in Delaware. |
Corporate Annual filing requirements for your LLC | All active Domestic Corporation Annual Reports and Franchise Taxes for the prior year are due annually on or before March 1st and are required to be filed online. Failure to file the report and pay the required franchise taxes will result in a penalty of $200.00 plus 1.5% interest per month on tax and penalty |
Other Tax Requirements | Franchise Tax Rates:The minimum tax is currently $175.00, using the Authorized Shares Method and the Minimum Tax using the Assumed Par Value Capital Method is $400.00 with a maximum tax of $200,000.00 for both methods unless it has been identified as a Large Corporate Filer, then their tax will be $250,000.00. Taxes are assessed if the corporation is active in the records of the Division of Corporations anytime during January 1st through December 31st of the current tax year. |
Annual Tax Requirements | All Domestic and Foreign Limited Liability Companies, Limited Partnerships, and General Partnerships formed or registered in Delaware are required to pay an annual tax of $300.00. There is no requirement to file an Annual Report. |
To open a business bank account for the company | In local banks personal presence is required.Possible to open bank accounts outside of USA |
Do I need to obtain Business License? | Depending on its type of business and where it is located, your LLC may need to obtain other local and state business licenses. |
Where I have to keep LLC Records | A Delaware LLC must keep their records in its principal office and make them available for inspection by LLC members |
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BRIS GROUP does not assume responsibility for any damage resulting from decisions made by the reader on the basis of this publication.
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