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
For Canadian founders
Form a US LLC from Canada — US banking, clients, and investors.
A US LLC alongside your Canadian corporation opens access to US banking, Stripe US, and the US investor ecosystem. Wyoming for bootstrapped businesses, Delaware for VC-track startups — both fully remote from Canada.
No charge until secure checkout. State fees shown before payment.
$100
Wyoming state fee
Low-cost US structure for CA founders
US banking
Enabled with EIN
Mercury, Relay, Wise Business
1–3 days
Processing time
Wyoming & Delaware after filing
Why Canadian founders need a US LLC
The challenges of building globally from Canada.
Canadian entities face US withholding and cross-border tax complexity
Selling to US customers through a Canadian corporation involves US withholding taxes, treaty elections, and cross-border compliance complexity. Many Canadian founders prefer a US LLC for US-sourced revenue to simplify their tax position.
US VCs and angels strongly prefer US Delaware entities
Canadian founders seeking US venture capital are consistently asked to form a US Delaware entity as the investment vehicle. Setting this up before the fundraising conversation avoids costly last-minute restructuring.
Stripe US vs Stripe Canada for US-market products
Stripe Canada works well for Canadian domestic commerce but Stripe US provides broader coverage for US-market products and is required for certain US-specific payment integrations. A US LLC enables Stripe US access.
The solution
What a US LLC gives Canadian founders.
1
Wyoming for bootstrapped US-market businesses
Canadian founders running US-market SaaS, e-commerce, or agencies often choose Wyoming LLC for its $100 formation fee, $60/yr annual cost, no state income tax, and simple ongoing compliance.
2
Delaware for Canadian founders raising US capital
Canadian founders raising from US VCs or angels typically form a Delaware C-Corp as the investment entity, with the Canadian operation as a subsidiary or separate structure. RazorFile handles the Delaware LLC formation as a starting point.
3
Canadian Corp + US LLC is an established dual structure
Many Canadian founders maintain their Canadian corporation for domestic operations and a US LLC for US customers and US investment. The two entities serve different purposes and can operate concurrently.
Canada has some of the strongest economic ties to the US market of any country. Canadian founders in SaaS, e-commerce, and digital services frequently form US LLCs — particularly Wyoming and Delaware — to access US payment infrastructure, serve US customers seamlessly, and position for US investor conversations.
Pricing
Packages built for Canadian founders.
One-time service fee. State filing fees are separate and shown at checkout.
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
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
FAQ
Questions from Canadian founders.
Specific answers for founders forming a US LLC from Canada.
View full pricing →Do I need a US address to form a US LLC from Canada?
No. Your Registered Agent's address — provided by RazorFile — serves as the LLC's official US address. You do not need a personal US address or US office.
Can I have both a Canadian corporation and a US LLC?
Yes. Many Canadian founders operate both. RazorFile handles the US LLC formation. Consult a cross-border tax professional (Canada-US) for the optimal ownership structure and tax treatment.
Does a Wyoming LLC help me open a US bank account from Canada?
Yes. With your Wyoming LLC formation documents and EIN, you can open a US business bank account remotely through Mercury, Relay, or Wise Business — all accessible to Canadian applicants.
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.
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Start with a simple package, add only what you need, and complete checkout in one guided flow. No charge until you confirm payment.