Built for founders outside the US

Your US company, done right — not just filed.

Most services file your paperwork and leave you with the hard parts. We hand you a complete, ready-to-operate company: formation, EIN, and every governance document you'll actually be asked for.

No US Social Security Number needed Any US state No hidden fees
What you actually get

A company you can operate

Not a half-finished setup that stalls at the bank.

  • State formation filing, handled end to end
  • EIN from the IRS — even without an SSN or ITIN
  • Full governance document set, ready to sign
  • Registered agent arranged — or bring your own
  • A real person guiding you, start to finish
Why this is different

The cheap platforms leave international founders stranded.

A company that legally exists but can't open a bank account isn't a company — it's an expensive dead end. Here's where the "$0 LLC" route tends to break.

01

The EIN wall

Without a US Social Security Number, most platforms hand you an IRS phone number and wish you luck. We obtain the EIN for you.

02

Missing documents

Operating agreements, ledgers, certificates, resolutions — the papers a bank or investor asks for are sold separately, or not at all.

03

Surprise costs

The headline price isn't the real price. Add-ons stack up at checkout. We show you every number before you pay a cent.

  • Formations done hands-on, every single day
  • EINs secured for non-US founders without an SSN
  • Governance documents drafted, not templated
Who's behind Foundly US

Real expertise, offered to you directly.

Behind Foundly US is someone who forms US companies for a living — preparing state filings, securing EINs, and drafting the governance documents international founders actually need. This is the same work the big-name platforms charge a premium for, done by hand, with care.

That experience is the whole point. You're not handing your company to an anonymous form. You're working with someone who knows where formations go wrong for founders abroad — and makes sure yours doesn't.

Two paths, fully equipped

Pick the structure that fits your plan.

Not sure which? An LLC suits most founders who want simplicity and a US presence. A C-corp suits those raising venture capital or issuing shares.

For most founders

LLC

A clean, flexible US company — ideal for Stripe, US banking, and running an online business from abroad.

$350USD service fee

if you have an SSN or ITIN

$450 if you don't have an SSN or ITIN — getting your EIN without one is more work, and we handle all of it for you.

  • State formation filing, end to end
  • EIN obtained for you (no SSN required)
  • Governance documents included
  • Operating agreement
  • Membership certificate(s)
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For raising capital

C-Corp

The structure investors expect — built to issue shares, take on a board, and welcome venture funding.

$350USD service fee

if you have an SSN or ITIN

$450 if you don't have an SSN or ITIN — getting your EIN without one is more work, and we handle all of it for you.

  • State formation filing, end to end
  • EIN obtained for you (no SSN required)
  • Governance documents included
  • Corporate bylaws
  • Initial resolutions (organizational consent)
  • Stock certificates
  • Stock ledger
Start my C-Corp

Same service fee whether you choose an LLC or a C-corp. Your price depends only on whether you have an SSN or ITIN — not on the entity type.

No hidden costs

Exactly what you pay, broken down.

Three lines, nothing buried. Our fee is for our work. The other two we pass straight through to the state and the registered agent — at cost.

Foundly US service feeOur work: filing, EIN, your full document set, and guidance. $350 with an SSN/ITIN, $450 without.
$350–$450
State filing feeSet by the state you choose. Varies — e.g. ~$155 in Florida.Passed through at cost
at cost
Registered agentRequired in your formation state. Or bring your own and pay nothing here.Optional · at cost
at cost
You see the full total — service fee plus the exact state and agent figures for your chosen state — before you pay anything. State fees are non-refundable once filed, because the state keeps them.
How it works

Four steps. We carry the weight.

Tell us the basics

Your name, your state, and whether you want an LLC or a C-corp. A short, plain-language form.

See your full price

We confirm the exact state and agent fees for your choice. You approve the total, then pay.

We file & get your EIN

We submit to the state and obtain your EIN from the IRS — no SSN, no IRS phone queues for you.

Your company, delivered

Formation documents, EIN letter, and your full signed-ready governance set land in your inbox.

Questions, answered

The things founders ask first.

Can I form a US company if I don't live in the US?

Yes. You don't need to be a US citizen or resident to own a US LLC or C-corp. This is exactly who Foundly US is built for — founders running businesses from outside the United States.

I don't have a US Social Security Number. Can I still get an EIN?

Yes. An EIN can be obtained without an SSN or ITIN, and we handle that process for you. It's the step most low-cost services leave you to figure out alone — and the reason the price differs slightly.

Which state should I form in?

It depends on your business. Many international founders choose states with low fees and simple requirements, while others pick Delaware for raising venture capital. We'll walk you through the trade-offs so you can decide with confidence — the choice is always yours.

What exactly is the registered agent fee?

Every US company needs a registered agent with a physical address in its formation state. We can arrange one and pass the cost straight through to you, or you can bring your own and pay nothing extra here.

How do I pay, and is it safe?

You pay securely online once you've seen and approved your full total. You never wire money to a personal account or share banking details with us — payment runs through a secure processor.

How long does it take?

It depends on the state and the IRS, which set their own processing times. We move quickly on our side and keep you updated at each step. Some states offer paid expedited filing, which we can arrange.

Ready to plant your company in the US?

Start with the basics. You'll see your complete, itemized price before you commit to anything.

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Prefer to ask first? Email hello@foundlyus.com — a real person replies.