California LLC Formation
Form Your California LLC
California is the largest economy in the US and fifth-largest in the world. If you're doing business in California or targeting California customers, forming a California LLC may be your best choice despite the $800 minimum franchise tax.
What's Included
Everything you need in one package
No hidden fees. No upsells. Just a complete California LLC formation with everything you need to start.
California LLC Formation Package
All-inclusive business formation
California Requirements
What you need to know about California LLCs
State Filing Fee
$70
Included in package
Processing Time
5-7 business days
Expedited: 24 hours
State Income Tax
Has Tax
California LLC Requirements
- $800 minimum annual franchise tax for all LLCs
- Statement of Information due within 90 days, then biennially
- Operating agreement is required by law
- Foreign LLCs doing business in CA must register
Source: California Revised Uniform Limited Liability Company Act (Corp. Code 17701)
How It Works
From signup to operating in days
We handle the paperwork so you can focus on building your business
Choose Your State
5 minutes
Select your state, enter basic business info, and complete checkout.
We File Everything
1-3 business days
We prepare and file your documents with the state, then apply for your EIN.
You're Ready
Instant access
Receive your LLC documents, EIN, and start operating your business.
Most LLCs approved within 24-48 hours
Simple Pricing
One price. Everything included.
No hidden fees. No surprise charges. Just everything you need to start your California LLC.
What's included
- California LLC Formation
- Registered Agent (1st year free)
- EIN / Federal Tax ID
- Business Bank Account Setup
100% Refund Guarantee
Not satisfied? Get a full refund, no questions asked.
Accuracy Guaranteed
If we make an error, we'll fix it at no cost.
24-Hour Response
Our support team responds within 24 hours.
Everything you need to form your California LLC and start your business.
After the first year, registered agent service is $99/year. Annual report: Within 90 days of formation, then biennially
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No U.S. citizenship, residency, or SSN required. We serve entrepreneurs from 150+ countries.
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Expert Support
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Ongoing Compliance
We help you stay compliant year after year with reminders, filings, and expert guidance.
Customer Reviews
Based on 372 reviews
See what founders around the world are saying about their experience
"StartGlobal made forming my LLC incredibly simple. The entire process took less than a week, and their team handled everything from filing to getting my EIN. Couldn't be happier!"
Sarah Chen
TechFlow Labs · Software/SaaS
🇺🇸 USA
"As a non-US resident, I thought forming an LLC would be impossible. StartGlobal proved me wrong. No SSN required, and they guided me through every step. My US business is now up and running."
Carlos Mendez
Meridian Exports · Import/Export
🇦🇷 Argentina
"The registered agent service is worth every penny. They handle all my compliance documents and keep me informed of deadlines. Professional and reliable."
Priya Sharma
Zenith Consulting · Consulting
🇦🇪 Dubai, UAE
"I was worried about opening a US bank account from Brazil. StartGlobal's team walked me through the entire process remotely. Account opened in just 10 days!"
Lucas Silva
Nova Digital · E-commerce
🇧🇷 Brazil
"Transparent pricing with no hidden fees. What you see is what you pay. After bad experiences elsewhere, StartGlobal's honesty was refreshing."
James Wilson
Atlantic Ventures · Investment
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
"Their support team answered all my questions patiently, even the basic ones. They made me feel confident about starting my US business journey."
Fatima Al-Hassan
Oasis Trading · Retail
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
"Got my EIN faster than expected. The dashboard kept me updated on every step of the process. Very organized and professional service."
Marco Rossi
Alpine Tech · Software
🇮🇹 Italy
"The operating agreement they generated was comprehensive and tailored to my business. Saved me thousands in legal fees. Highly recommend!"
Anika Patel
Bloom Wellness · Health & Wellness
🇮🇳 India
"StartGlobal made forming my LLC incredibly simple. The entire process took less than a week, and their team handled everything from filing to getting my EIN. Couldn't be happier!"
Sarah Chen
TechFlow Labs · Software/SaaS
🇺🇸 USA
"As a non-US resident, I thought forming an LLC would be impossible. StartGlobal proved me wrong. No SSN required, and they guided me through every step. My US business is now up and running."
Carlos Mendez
Meridian Exports · Import/Export
🇦🇷 Argentina
"The registered agent service is worth every penny. They handle all my compliance documents and keep me informed of deadlines. Professional and reliable."
Priya Sharma
Zenith Consulting · Consulting
🇦🇪 Dubai, UAE
"I was worried about opening a US bank account from Brazil. StartGlobal's team walked me through the entire process remotely. Account opened in just 10 days!"
Lucas Silva
Nova Digital · E-commerce
🇧🇷 Brazil
"Transparent pricing with no hidden fees. What you see is what you pay. After bad experiences elsewhere, StartGlobal's honesty was refreshing."
James Wilson
Atlantic Ventures · Investment
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
"Their support team answered all my questions patiently, even the basic ones. They made me feel confident about starting my US business journey."
Fatima Al-Hassan
Oasis Trading · Retail
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
"Got my EIN faster than expected. The dashboard kept me updated on every step of the process. Very organized and professional service."
Marco Rossi
Alpine Tech · Software
🇮🇹 Italy
"The operating agreement they generated was comprehensive and tailored to my business. Saved me thousands in legal fees. Highly recommend!"
Anika Patel
Bloom Wellness · Health & Wellness
🇮🇳 India
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California LLC Formation Questions
California requires ALL LLCs to pay an $800 minimum franchise tax annually, regardless of income. This is due by the 15th day of the 4th month after formation, then annually. LLCs with higher gross receipts pay additional LLC fees.
If you live in California or have significant business operations there, you'll likely need to register in California anyway (as a foreign LLC). In that case, forming in California simplifies compliance. For online businesses without California presence, Wyoming may be more cost-effective.
Yes. California law requires LLCs to have an operating agreement. It can be oral or written, but we strongly recommend a written agreement. Our package includes guidance on operating agreements.
California LLCs must file a Statement of Information within 90 days of formation, then biennially. This reports basic information about your LLC. The filing fee is $20. We remind you of this deadline and can file on your behalf.
Our all-inclusive package includes: LLC formation with your chosen state, registered agent service for the first year, EIN (Federal Tax ID) registration, and business bank account setup assistance. There are no hidden fees. This price covers everything you need to start your business.
No. Non-US citizens and non-residents can form an LLC in any US state. You do not need a Social Security Number (SSN), US address, or US visa. We specialize in helping international entrepreneurs form US LLCs and have served founders from over 120 countries.
Standard processing typically takes 3-7 business days depending on the state. We begin processing your LLC immediately after you complete our questionnaire. You can track progress through your dashboard, and we notify you at each step.
A registered agent is a person or company that receives official legal and tax documents on behalf of your LLC. Every state requires LLCs to have a registered agent with a physical address in that state. Our registered agent service is included free for the first year.
Yes. Bank account setup assistance is included in our package. We help you open an account with Mercury, Relay, or other banks that work with non-resident founders. The process is 100% remote, with no need to visit the US.
After the first year, registered agent service is $99/year. You may also have state annual report fees (varies by state) and any applicable state taxes. We send reminders before all deadlines and can file reports on your behalf.
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