Annual maintenance
Keep the company active and compliant
State filing
The best state is usually where the business actually operates, employs people, stores inventory or creates tax nexus. A popular formation state may still require foreign qualification elsewhere.
Federal obligations
A foreign-owned US disregarded entity may have Form 5472 and pro-forma Form 1120 reporting even when no ordinary US corporate income tax is due. An LLC does not mean “no tax and no reporting”.
First-year and recurring costs
Professional fees start from €5,000 for formation and from €1,500 for banking preparation. Government charges, capital, audit, licences, local directors, translations and non-standard work are quoted separately.
Frequently asked questions
Does registration guarantee a bank account?
No. The bank or payment institution makes its own decision. We prepare and coordinate the application.
Does a foreign company eliminate the owner’s taxes?
No. Tax residence, CFC rules, permanent establishment, management and control, salary and dividends may create obligations elsewhere.
Is the registered address included?
The agreed first-year package includes a registered address or registered agent where required. A physical office, staff or additional substance is quoted separately.
Can ownership be hidden?
No. Registries, banks, tax authorities and regulated providers require beneficial-owner and source-of-funds information.
How long does registration take?
Timing depends on KYC, registry processing, translations, tax numbers, licences and third-party reviews. We provide stage ranges, not guaranteed dates.