Frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we hear most.

What does Entisco do?

We prepare and file your U.S. company formation, arrange your registered agent and apply for your EIN. Depending on your package, we also set up a domain, business email and a one-page website, and remind you of annual reports and other deadlines.

Do you give legal or tax advice?

No. We provide document preparation and filing services only. For legal or tax questions we refer you to licensed attorneys and CPAs.

Can I form a U.S. company if I do not live in the U.S.?

In most cases, yes. Most states, including Delaware, do not require the owners of an LLC or corporation to be U.S. residents or citizens. Tell us your situation on the intake form and we will confirm what applies.

Can I get an EIN without a Social Security number?

Yes. Without an SSN or ITIN, the application usually goes to the IRS by fax or phone instead of the online form, which takes longer. The exact process follows the IRS’s rules at the time you apply.

What is a registered agent? Can I use my own address?

A registered agent receives legal and government notices for your company. It must have a physical address in the state where the company is formed, so an overseas address does not qualify.

Can you open a U.S. bank account for me?

We cannot open one on your behalf. We help you prepare and introduce you to banks. You submit the application yourself, and the bank decides.

What must a foreign-owned LLC file every year?

It depends on your state and your tax situation. In general, a foreign-owned single-member LLC files Form 5472 with a pro forma Form 1120 with the IRS every year, and states require their own annual reports or taxes. We organize your information and refer you to a licensed CPA or EA for the tax filing.

What do I need to prepare?

For each owner: a photo of the passport page, your address in English, and, if needed, a proof of address. For the company: three name choices. The intake form lists everything and explains each item.

How do I send my passport safely?

Not by ordinary email. After you submit the intake form, you upload documents through a dedicated secure upload page, using the reference number the form gives you.