For Sri Lankan Founders
🇱🇰Start Your US LLC from Sri Lanka. No SSN, No Visa.
Start your US company from Sri Lanka. Get a US bank account and Stripe access. Reach the US market and accept USD payments globally. 100% remote process with no travel required.
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What's Included
Everything you need to launch from Sri Lanka.
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 Sri Lanka, 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 Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka, fully online. We connect you with trusted banking partners like Mercury and Lili and guide your application from start to approval.
- Apply from Sri Lanka, 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 Sri Lanka), 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.
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Watch how StartGlobal forms your LLC, opens your US bank account, and handles your books and taxes, all from Sri Lanka.
Free guide Start a US business from your country
- 1Form your LLC
- 2Open a US bank account
- 3Invoice and get paid
Common Concerns
Questions Sri Lankan founders ask
We've helped hundreds of Sri Lankan entrepreneurs form US companies. Here are the most common concerns.
Do I need a Social Security Number?
No. Sri Lankan founders can form a US LLC without a Social Security Number. Your Sri Lankan passport is sufficient identification.
How does IRD reporting work?
As a Sri Lankan tax resident, you report worldwide income to the Inland Revenue Department. While there is no US-Sri Lanka 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 LKR fluctuations and gives you stable foreign currency access.
Can I use Stripe and US payment processors?
Yes. Stripe is limited in Sri Lanka. 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.
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
- 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 Sri Lanka?
Sri Lankan 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 Sri Lanka
Everything Sri Lankan founders need to know about forming a US LLC
No. The entire process is done remotely from Sri Lanka. You do not need a US visa or travel. We handle all filings electronically.
No. Sri Lanka and the US do not have a comprehensive double taxation treaty. However, a single-member LLC is tax-transparent in the US, and Sri Lankan tax law may allow foreign tax credits.
Wyoming is the most popular choice. It offers zero state income tax, low annual fees, and a simple annual compliance process.
Yes. This is one of the main reasons Sri Lankan founders form US LLCs. US Stripe is fully available, letting you 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. Approval and its timing are set by the provider, so we do not quote a duration.
Yes. As a Sri Lankan tax resident, you must report worldwide income to the Inland Revenue Department. This includes income from your US LLC and any foreign bank accounts you hold.
You can use Wise (TransferWise), direct wire transfers, or international banking services to send funds from your US bank account to your Sri Lankan bank account at competitive rates.
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 Sri Lankan founders form US companies each year.
Yes. You can operate your US LLC entirely from Sri Lanka with no physical office in the US. Your registered agent provides the required US address. Many Sri Lankan founders run their US companies fully online.
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