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For Australian founders

Register a US LLC from Australia — fully remote from $129.

A US LLC removes the operational friction of serving US clients across a 14-hour time zone gap. Wyoming for bootstrapped global businesses, Delaware for US investment — both formed remotely from Australia in 1–3 days.

No charge until secure checkout. State fees shown before payment.

$100

Wyoming state fee

Low-cost US structure for AU founders

14–16 hrs

AU-US time zone gap

A US entity reduces operational friction

1–3 days

Processing time

Wyoming & Delaware after filing

Why Australian founders need a US LLC

The challenges of building globally from Australia.

Australian Pty Ltd creates friction in US procurement

US enterprise clients often require W-9 tax documentation, which requires a US entity and EIN. An Australian Pty Ltd adds complexity to US procurement processes that a Wyoming LLC removes entirely.

The 14-hour time zone gap compounds US operational complexity

Australian founders managing US clients and payment infrastructure already deal with a 14-16 hour time zone difference. A US entity with US banking, US Stripe, and US contracts removes at least one layer of that operational friction.

US investors require a US Delaware entity

Australian founders raising US venture capital are required to establish a US entity — typically Delaware C-Corp — as the investment vehicle. Forming this early avoids last-minute restructuring before a funding round closes.

The solution

What a US LLC gives Australian founders.

1

Wyoming for bootstrapped US-market businesses

Australian founders building SaaS, agencies, or e-commerce for the US market without immediate investment plans choose Wyoming for its $100 formation fee, $60/yr annual cost, and zero state income tax.

2

Delaware for Australian founders raising US capital

Australian founders on an investment track form a Delaware C-Corp as the investment entity. RazorFile handles Delaware LLC formation as a starting point before any C-Corp conversion.

3

Pty Ltd + US LLC is a proven dual structure

Many Australian founders operate an Australian Pty Ltd for domestic and APAC clients and a US LLC for US revenue and investors. RazorFile handles the US formation side of that dual structure.

Australia has a thriving SaaS and tech startup community with strong ambitions in the US market. The 14-16 hour time zone difference with the US makes having US infrastructure — banking, contracts, and Stripe — particularly valuable. Australian founders routinely form Wyoming LLCs for global operations and Delaware entities for US investment.

Pricing

Packages built for Australian founders.

One-time service fee. State filing fees are separate and shown at checkout.

Starter

$129+ state fees

For founders who want a clean US LLC filed without extras.

  • US LLC filing (state fee separate)
  • No EIN included — self-file with the IRS, or add for $49
  • Guided founder intake
  • Order tracking
  • Document checklist
Choose Starter
Most popular

Growth

$249+ state fees

Most popular for founders who need everything to run correctly from day one.

  • Everything in Starter
  • EIN included — unlocks Stripe & US banking
  • Registered Agent (1 year)
  • Operating Agreement template
  • Wyoming or Delaware recommended
Choose Growth

Complete

$499+ state fees

For founders who want full setup, compliance monitoring, and priority support.

  • Everything in Growth
  • Annual compliance monitoring
  • Compliance task reminders
  • Priority founder support
  • Business banking guidance
Choose Complete

FAQ

Questions from Australian founders.

Specific answers for founders forming a US LLC from Australia.

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Can Australian citizens form a US LLC?

Yes. Australian citizens and residents can form a Wyoming or Delaware LLC remotely without visiting the US. No US visa or physical presence is required.

Wyoming or Delaware — which should I choose as an Australian founder?

Wyoming: if you are bootstrapping, building for global or US customers, and not seeking US venture capital immediately. Delaware: if you plan to raise from US VCs or angels — it is the structure US investors require.

Can I open a US bank account from Australia?

Yes. With your Wyoming LLC formation documents and EIN, you can open a US business bank account remotely through Mercury or Wise Business — both accessible to Australian applicants.

Does an Australian Pty Ltd and a US LLC work in parallel?

Yes. Many Australian founders operate both — the Pty Ltd for domestic and APAC operations, the US LLC for US revenue and investment. Consult a cross-border tax professional for the optimal ownership and tax structure.

Do I need to understand US legal paperwork?

No. RazorFile keeps the process plain-language and organised so you know what is needed, what is paid, and what happens next at every stage of your order.

What is a Registered Agent and do I need one?

A Registered Agent is required for every US LLC, regardless of where you live. They receive official government and legal correspondence on your company's behalf at a physical address in your formation state. RazorFile provides this service.

Ready to form your US LLC from Australia?

Start with a simple package, add only what you need, and complete checkout in one guided flow. No charge until you confirm payment.