For Brazilian Founders
🇧🇷Set Up Your US Company from Brazil. No SSN, No Visit.
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Form your US company from Brazil without leaving home. Get a US bank account and full Stripe access to accept USD payments globally. 100% remote process.
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What's Included
Everything you need to launch from Brazil.
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 Brazil, 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 Brazil needed
Operating Agreement
IncludedThe internal rulebook for your LLC: who owns what, how decisions are made, and what happens if an owner leaves. US banks and partners often ask to see it. We prepare one for single or multi-member LLCs, written for your state.
- Single or multi-member
- Written for your formation state
- Ready to share with your bank
US Business Bank Account
IncludedOpen a real US business bank account from Brazil, fully online. We connect you with trusted banking partners like Mercury and Lili and guide your application from start to approval.
- Apply from Brazil, 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 Brazil), 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 Brazil.
Free guide Start a US business from your country
- 1Form your LLC
- 2Open a US bank account
- 3Invoice and get paid
Common Concerns
Questions Brazilian founders ask
We've helped hundreds of Brazilian entrepreneurs form US companies. Here are the most common concerns.
Do I need an SSN or US visa?
No. You can form a US LLC with just your CPF and Brazilian passport. No SSN, no US visa, and no travel required.
Can I open a US bank account from Brazil?
Yes. We help you open a US business bank account 100% remotely. Receive USD payments directly without going through Brazilian banks.
Will I have problems with Receita Federal?
No. A US LLC is a legitimate business structure. You must report foreign income on your Brazilian tax return, but the LLC itself creates no issues with Brazilian authorities.
Can I receive payments in USD?
Yes. With a US LLC and US bank account, you receive payments directly in USD via Stripe, PayPal, and wire transfer. No need for intermediary services.
Is this legal for Brazilian citizens?
Yes. Brazilian citizens can legally own and operate a US LLC. You must comply with both US and Brazilian tax obligations, but the structure itself is fully legal.
How long does it take?
Most LLCs are formed within 1-2 weeks depending on the state.
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
- Included add-ons
- 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 Brazil?
Brazilian founders choose US LLCs for access to the American market, better payment infrastructure, and international credibility.
FAQ
US Company & LLC Questions from Brazil
Everything Brazilian founders need to know about forming a US LLC
No. Everything is done online. You never need to visit the US. We handle all state filings and bank account setup remotely.
No. Brazil and the US do not have a double taxation treaty. However, a single-member LLC is tax-transparent in the US, and Brazil allows foreign tax credits to help reduce double taxation.
You report foreign income on your Brazilian annual tax return (DIRPF). Income earned through the US LLC is considered foreign-source income and must be declared.
Wyoming is the most popular choice. It has no state income tax, low annual fees, and a simple compliance structure.
Yes. Stripe is fully available to US LLCs. You can accept credit card payments in USD and transfer funds to your US bank account. This is one of the main reasons Brazilian founders form US LLCs.
You can use services like Wise (TransferWise), Remessa Online, or direct wire transfers to move funds from your US bank account to your Brazilian bank account at competitive exchange rates.
LLC formation takes 3-7 business days. Bank account approval timing is set by the provider.
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. With a US LLC and US bank account, you get a full US Stripe account with lower fees, more features, and the ability to accept USD payments globally.
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 Brazilian founders form US companies each year.
Yes. You can operate your US LLC entirely from Brazil with no physical office in the US. Your registered agent provides the required US address. Many Brazilian founders run their US companies fully online.
We help you open a US business bank account 100% online from Brazil. No SSN required.
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