The Non-Resident Founder's US Roadmap

Own a US LLC from outside the US with no SSN or ITIN? Here is the roadmap. This is a free guide from Sabih Shafi, EA, an Enrolled Agent.

• 1. Form the LLC: a US LLC (WY/DE) with no SSN or ITIN.

• 2. Get the EIN: apply with Form SS-4.

• 3. Report to the IRS: Form 5472 + pro forma Form 1120. A foreign-owned SMLLC is treated as a corporation for reporting.

• Have a residential address ready for bank onboarding.