For Barbadian Entrepreneurs
🇧🇧Start Your US LLC from Barbados. No SSN, No Visa.
Form a US company from Barbados to access Stripe, USD banking, and the American market. The US-Barbados tax treaty simplifies compliance. Your BBD-USD peg makes it straightforward.
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What's Included
Everything you need to launch from Barbados.
Complete LLC Formation
IncludedWe prepare and submit your Articles of Organization in the state you choose and track the filing through to approval. Everything is done remotely from Barbados, and your state filing fees are included in the price.
- File in any of the 50 states
- State filing fees included, no surprise charges
- 100% remote, no trip from Barbados needed
Business Tax Number
IncludedBefore you can open a bank account or get paid by US customers, you need a business tax number. We take care of the entire application for you from Barbados, even without a US social security number.
- We handle the whole application for you
- No US SSN or address required
- Gets you ready to bank, get paid, and stay compliant
US Business Bank Account
IncludedOpen a real US business bank account from Barbados, fully online. We connect you with trusted banking partners like Mercury and Lili and guide your application from start to approval.
- Apply from Barbados, no US trip needed
- Partners like Mercury and Lili
- Accept USD payments from day one
Registered Agent & US Address
IncludedEvery LLC needs a registered agent to receive legal documents and government notices. We give you a verified US business address (never your home address in Barbados), then scan and forward everything to you.
- Verified U.S. business address
- Documents scanned and forwarded to you
- Compliance reminders so you never miss a deadline
One payment to form your LLC. Then stay compliant from $99/year, or go fully managed at $149/month.
From signup to operating in days
Watch how StartGlobal forms your LLC, opens your US bank account, and handles your books and taxes, all from Barbados.
Free guide Start a US business from your country
- 1Form your LLC
- 2Open a US bank account
- 3Invoice and get paid
Common Concerns
Questions Barbadian founders ask
We've helped hundreds of Barbadian entrepreneurs form US companies. Here are the most common concerns.
Do I need a Social Security Number?
No. Barbadian founders can form a US LLC and obtain an EIN (Tax ID) without a Social Security Number. Your Barbadian passport is sufficient identification.
How does BRA reporting work?
As a Barbadian tax resident, you report worldwide income to the Barbados Revenue Authority. The US-Barbados Tax Treaty helps prevent double taxation on the same income.
Can I hold USD in a US bank account?
Yes. With a US LLC and US bank account, you hold and manage USD directly. The BBD is pegged to the USD, making cross-border transactions straightforward.
Can I use Stripe and US payment processors?
Yes. A US LLC with a US bank account gives you full access to US Stripe, PayPal, and other payment processors at standard US rates.
How long does it take?
Most LLCs are formed within 1-2 weeks depending on the state. Your EIN typically follows within another 1-2 weeks, and you can apply for your US bank account as soon as it arrives.
Do I need a US address?
No. Your registered agent service includes a verified US business address for legal mail and state correspondence, so you can run everything from home.
Simple pricing
Form your US LLC for one flat fee.
Everything to form your company, with all state and government fees included.
What's included
- Business name check
- State filing, all fees included
- Registered agent, first year
- Business tax number help
- US business bank account help
- Compliance calendar and reminders
One payment. All state and government fees included, no surprises at checkout.
Then stay compliant your way: from $99/year a la carte, or $149/month fully managed. Cancel anytime.
Key Benefits
Why form a US company from Barbados?
Barbadian founders choose US LLCs for access to the American market, better payment infrastructure, and international credibility.
FAQ
US Company & LLC Questions from Barbados
Everything Barbadian founders need to know about forming a US LLC
No. The entire process is done remotely from Barbados. You do not need a US visa or travel. We handle all filings electronically.
The US-Barbados Tax Treaty helps prevent double taxation on the same income. A single-member LLC is tax-transparent in the US, and you report income to BRA with credits for any US taxes paid.
Wyoming is the most popular choice. It offers zero state income tax, low annual fees ($60), strong privacy protections, and a simple annual compliance process.
Yes. US Stripe is fully available to US LLCs. You can accept credit card payments globally with funds deposited to your US bank account.
Yes. We help you open a US business bank account entirely online. The process typically takes 1-2 weeks after your LLC and EIN are established.
Yes. As a Barbadian tax resident, you must report worldwide income to the Barbados Revenue Authority. This includes income from your US LLC and any foreign bank accounts you hold.
LLC formation takes 3-7 business days. EIN application takes 2-4 weeks for non-US residents. Bank account setup adds 1-2 weeks. Most Barbadian founders are operational within 6 weeks.
An LLC (Limited Liability Company) is the most popular type of US company for non-residents. It combines personal liability protection with tax flexibility. Unlike a corporation, an LLC offers pass-through taxation, meaning the business itself is not taxed separately.
Yes. This is one of the biggest advantages of forming a US company. Stripe is not fully available in Barbados, so a US LLC with a US bank account gives you a full US Stripe account to accept USD payments globally.
Yes. You do not need a Social Security Number to open a US business bank account. Your EIN, LLC formation documents, and passport are sufficient. We help you through the entire process.
Yes. US LLCs are open to non-citizens and non-residents. You do not need a US visa, Green Card, or Social Security Number. Thousands of Caribbean founders form US companies each year.
Yes. You can operate your US LLC entirely from Barbados with no physical office in the US. Your registered agent provides the required US address. Many Barbadian founders run their US companies fully online.
We handle the entire EIN application process for you. We prepare and submit IRS Form SS-4 on your behalf. No SSN is required for non-US residents. Your EIN is typically issued within 2-4 weeks and is needed for opening a US bank account, filing taxes, and hiring contractors.
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Start your US LLC from Barbados
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