For South Korean Founders
🇰🇷Set Up Your US Company from South Korea. No SSN, No Visit.
미국 LLC 설립
Start your US company from South Korea. Get an EIN, US bank account, and Stripe access. The US-South Korea tax treaty simplifies compliance. 100% remote.
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What's Included
Everything you need to launch from South Korea.
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 South Korea, 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 South Korea 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 South Korea, 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 South Korea, fully online. We connect you with trusted banking partners like Mercury and Lili and guide your application from start to approval.
- Apply from South Korea, 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 South Korea), 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 South Korea.
Free guide Start a US business from your country
- 1Form your LLC
- 2Open a US bank account
- 3Invoice and get paid
Common Concerns
Questions South Korean founders ask
We've helped hundreds of South Korean entrepreneurs form US companies. Here are the most common concerns.
Do I need an SSN or US visa?
No. South Korean founders can form a US LLC with their resident registration number and Korean passport. No SSN, no visa, and no US travel required.
How does NTS reporting work?
As a South Korean tax resident, you report worldwide income to the National Tax Service. The US-South Korea Tax Treaty prevents double taxation on the same income.
Can I access the US tech market?
Yes. South Korea has a world-class tech sector. A US LLC gives you direct access to US customers, partners, investors, and the American tech ecosystem.
Can I keep my Korean company too?
Yes. Many Korean founders operate both a Korean corporation and a US LLC. The US LLC handles US-facing revenue while your Korean entity manages domestic and Asian operations.
Can I open a US bank account?
Yes. We help you open a US business bank account remotely. No US visit required. Manage USD payments and transfers entirely online.
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.
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 South Korea?
South Korean founders choose US LLCs for access to the American market, better payment infrastructure, and international credibility.
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FAQ
US Company & LLC Questions from South Korea
Everything South Korean founders need to know about forming a US LLC
No. The entire process is done remotely from South Korea. You do not need a US visa or travel. We handle all filings electronically.
The US-South Korea Tax Treaty prevents double taxation on the same income. A single-member LLC is tax-transparent in the US, and you report income to the NTS with credits for any US taxes paid.
Delaware is preferred for South Korean founders seeking US venture capital. Wyoming is ideal for bootstrapped businesses with its low fees ($60/year) and strong privacy protections.
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.
Yes. A single-member LLC owned by a South Korean 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.
Yes. We help you open a US business bank account entirely online. Many South Korean founders use Mercury or Relay for their US LLC banking needs.
Yes. A Korean corporation can be the member of a US LLC. This is a common structure for Korean companies expanding into the US market. Consult both US and Korean tax advisors.
You can use Wise (TransferWise), direct wire transfers, or Korean banking services to send funds from your US bank account to your Korean bank account at competitive rates.
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 South Korean 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. 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. 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 South Korean founders form US companies each year.
Yes. You can operate your US LLC entirely from South Korea with no physical office in the US. Your registered agent provides the required US address. Many South Korean founders run their US companies fully online.
Yes. We help you open a US business bank account entirely online from South Korea. You need your LLC, EIN, and passport. No SSN required.
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 South Korea
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