🇨🇷Set Up Your US Company from Costa Rica. No SSN, No Visit.

No. Everything is done online from Costa Rica. You never need to visit the US. We handle all state filings, EIN applications, and bank account setup remotely.

No. Costa Rica and the US do not have a comprehensive double taxation treaty. However, a single-member LLC is tax-transparent in the US. Costa Rica applies territorial taxation on certain income categories.

Wyoming is the most popular choice. It has zero state income tax, low annual fees ($60), strong privacy protections, and a simple compliance structure.

Yes. US Stripe is fully available to US LLCs. You can accept credit card payments in 135+ currencies with funds deposited to your US bank account in USD.

Costa Rica uses a territorial tax system for certain income. Consult a Costa Rican tax advisor to understand how foreign-source income from your US LLC is treated under current DGT regulations.

Yes. We help you open a US business bank account entirely online. Most Costa Rican founders use Mercury or Relay for their US LLC banking needs.

You can use Wise (TransferWise), direct wire transfers, or banking services to send funds from your US bank account to your Costa Rican bank account at competitive rates.

Yes. A single-member LLC owned by a Costa Rican resident must file Form 5472 and Form 1120 with the IRS annually, even if no US taxes are owed. We can help you with this.

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 Costa Rican 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 limited in Costa Rica, so a US LLC with a US bank account gives you a full US Stripe account with lower fees, more features, and the ability 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 Costa Rican founders form US companies each year.

Yes. You can operate your US LLC entirely from Costa Rica with no physical office in the US. Your registered agent provides the required US address. Many Costa Rican founders run their US companies fully online.

We help you open a US business bank account 100% online from Costa Rica. You need your LLC documents, EIN, and passport. No SSN required. Transfers available through Wise and other providers.

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.