For Guatemalan Founders
🇬🇹Set Up Your US Company from Guatemala. No SSN, No Visit.
Crear LLC en Estados Unidos desde Guatemala
Form a US company from Guatemala to access Stripe, a US bank account, and the American market. Start accepting USD payments globally. 100% remote process.
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What's Included
Everything you need to launch from Guatemala.
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 Guatemala, 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 Guatemala 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 Guatemala, fully online. We connect you with trusted banking partners like Mercury and Lili and guide your application from start to approval.
- Apply from Guatemala, 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 Guatemala), 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 Guatemala.
Free guide Start a US business from your country
- 1Form your LLC
- 2Open a US bank account
- 3Invoice and get paid
Common Concerns
Questions Guatemalan founders ask
We've helped hundreds of Guatemalan entrepreneurs form US companies. Here are the most common concerns.
Do I need an SSN or US visa?
No. Guatemalan citizens can form a US LLC with their DPI (Documento Personal de Identificacion) and Guatemalan passport. No SSN, no visa, and no US travel required.
How does SAT reporting work?
As a Guatemalan tax resident, you report income to SAT. While there is no US-Guatemala tax treaty, a single-member LLC is tax-transparent in the US, simplifying your tax position.
Can I hold USD in a US bank account?
Yes. With a US LLC and US bank account, you hold and manage USD directly. This protects your revenue from GTQ fluctuations and gives you stable foreign currency access.
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. Accept payments globally at standard US rates.
Can I reach the US diaspora market?
Yes. Over 1.5 million Guatemalans live in the US. A US LLC gives you a legitimate presence to serve both Guatemalan and American customers directly.
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 Guatemala?
Guatemalan founders choose US LLCs for access to the American market, better payment infrastructure, and international credibility.
FAQ
US Company & LLC Questions from Guatemala
Everything Guatemalan founders need to know about forming a US LLC
No. Everything is done online from Guatemala. You never need to visit the US. We handle all state filings and bank account setup remotely.
No. Guatemala and the US do not have a comprehensive double taxation treaty. However, a single-member LLC is tax-transparent in the US, and Guatemalan tax law may allow foreign tax credits.
Wyoming is the most popular choice. It has zero state income tax, low annual fees, 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.
You report foreign income on your Guatemalan annual tax return. Income earned through the US LLC is considered foreign-source income and must be declared to SAT.
Yes. We help you open a US business bank account entirely online. Most Guatemalan founders use Mercury or Wise Business for their US LLC banking needs.
You can use Wise (TransferWise), direct wire transfers, or remittance services to send funds from your US bank account to your Guatemalan bank account at competitive 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. Stripe is limited or unavailable in Guatemala, 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. 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 Guatemalan founders form US companies each year.
Yes. You can operate your US LLC entirely from Guatemala with no physical office in the US. Your registered agent provides the required US address. Many Guatemalan founders run their US companies fully online.
We help you open a US business bank account 100% online from Guatemala. No SSN required. Transfers available through Wise and other providers.
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