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For non-US founders · 180+ countries
5-15 business days to fully operational

Form a US business from anywhere. Operate from day one.

You do not need to be in the US. You do not need a US SSN. We form your LLC or Corporation, get your EIN, open your US bank account through partner banks, give you a US business address, and file your ITIN application if you need one. Complete US business presence in 5 to 15 business days, depending on your home country.

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No US visit requiredEIN without SSNUS bank account remoteStripe-ready setup
180+ countries served Mercury + Relay banking partners Stripe Atlas alternative
International Founder · Mountain Spring Trading FZE
Business days5-15
to fully operational
RequiredNo SSN
EIN via SS-4 fax
Founder tier$1,199
all-in
Wyoming LLC filed Mar 12State approved · Articles deliveredFiled
EIN issued by IRSForm SS-4 fax route · 6 daysIssued
Mercury bank account openedApplication approved Mar 18Active
5-15
Business days
depends on country
$799-$1,499
All-in pricing
state fees pass through
180+
Countries served
most home countries
Day 1
Stripe + bank access
after EIN issued
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How it works

How it works From your country to a US business.

5-15 business days end to end.

1

Pick state + tier

Pay one-time fee. We confirm your details in under 24 hours and start the filings.

2

We file everything

State formation, EIN, bank intro, address setup, registered agent, optional ITIN. We coordinate in your time zone.

3

Bank + Stripe ready

Once your EIN is issued, Mercury or Relay opens your account. We provide the documentation Stripe expects from non-US founders.

4

You operate

In 5-15 business days you have a US business with bank account, EIN, address, Stripe-ready setup. Operate from anywhere.

What is included

The full international package. In full.

US LLC or Corporation

Formation in Delaware, Wyoming, or your choice of state. State filing fee included; we recommend Delaware for C-Corp investors, Wyoming for privacy + cost.

EIN without SSN

We file Form SS-4 by fax with the IRS International Desk; turnaround 4-8 business days. No SSN required.

US bank account

Mercury or Relay partner accounts that accept non-US owners. Opened remotely; no US visit required. ACH, wire, debit card included.

US business address

Real US street address in Wyoming or Delaware. Mail scanning included. Use on Stripe, banks, and contracts; keeps your home address private.

Registered agent

Required in your formation state. We are your agent; renewals automatic.

ITIN application

If you owe US taxes and need an Individual Tax Identification Number, we file Form W-7 with a Certified Acceptance Agent. Add-on.

Pricing

All-in pricing.

Pick your tier. State formation fees pass through at cost; no hidden upsells at checkout.

Essentials

$799one-time
For solo founders building a SaaS or e-commerce business.
  • US LLC or Corp formation
  • EIN without SSN
  • US business address (1 year)
  • Registered agent (1 year)
  • Mercury or Relay bank intro
  • Stripe account documentation
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Most popular

Founder

$1,199one-time
Most common tier; includes ITIN + Compliance Suite year 1.
  • Everything in Essentials
  • ITIN filing (when applicable)
  • Compliance Suite (year 1 included)
  • Operating agreement
  • Beneficial ownership setup
  • Free Apostille for any one document
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Premium

$1,499one-time
For founders raising venture capital or operating multi-state.
  • Everything in Founder
  • Delaware C-Corp option
  • Cap table starter (vesting + SAFE templates)
  • 83(b) election filing
  • Premium support (English / Spanish / Mandarin)
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FAQ

About the international founder package.

Do I need a US visa or SSN?
No. None of the steps require US presence, citizenship, residency, or an SSN. Federal tax obligations may require an ITIN, which we file if needed.
Which state should I choose?
Delaware for C-Corp investors; Wyoming for LLC privacy + low cost; Florida or Texas if you have US-based operations there. We recommend during the intake.
Can I get a US bank account without visiting the US?
Yes. Mercury and Relay accept non-US founders and open accounts remotely. Brex accepts US-formed companies with non-US founders. Traditional banks (Chase, BoA) usually require US visit. Our partner banks do not.
What about US taxes?
If your US LLC is single-member and you are non-US, you generally file Form 5472 + 1120 informational return annually. No US income tax unless your business has US-effectively-connected income. We coordinate through partner CPAs.
Can I use this for Stripe Atlas alternative?
Yes. Stripe Atlas costs $500 and locks you to Delaware C-Corp. Our package is more flexible (your state of choice, LLC or Corp) and includes Compliance Suite + ITIN where Atlas does not. Many of our customers came from Atlas.
Do you serve all countries?
We serve 180+ countries. We do not serve OFAC-sanctioned countries. Some countries (China, Russia, Iran) require additional documentation; we handle this on intake.
60day promise

The File.Business Promise

If we miss a filing deadline on a service you pay us to manage, we pay the state penalty. If you change your mind in the first 60 days, we refund our service fee in full. Your data stays yours, always.

60-day money-back Penalty-free filings Cancel anytime No surprise fees
Operate from anywhere

Start your US business from your home country.

No US visit. No SSN. Full US business presence in 5-15 business days.

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Multi-entity dashboard at no extra charge. International founders supported with ITIN, EIN-via-SS-4-fax, and partner banking. The platform scales with you.

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