Forming a business in the US — immigrant entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in the United States as a Hispanic immigrant. Comparison of the 6 best states, requirements, costs, foreign-owner rules, and connection to ITIN.
Forming a business in the US — for immigrant entrepreneurs
The most common business structure for immigrants in the US is the LLC (Limited Liability Company). This guide covers how to form an LLC, which state to choose, and how to connect with your ITIN and personal banking.
States covered in detail
- California — Formation $70, annual $800 minimum franchise tax + $20 annual report…
- Texas — Formation $300, annual $0 (no annual report fee) — but franchise tax fili…
- Florida — Formation $125, annual $138.75 annual report…
- Delaware — Formation $110, annual $300 franchise tax (flat)…
- Wyoming — Formation $100, annual $60 annual report…
- Nevada — Formation $425 (incluye Initial List + Business License), annual $350 annual list + $200 business license = $550/ye…
What is an LLC?
An LLC offers:
- ✅ Personal asset protection
- ✅ Tax flexibility — taxed as partnership or sole proprietorship by default
- ✅ Low administrative cost
- ✅ Business banking access
- ✅ Allows foreign ownership — no restrictions for ITIN holders or non-residents
Need SSN for LLC? NO
You can form and operate an LLC with ITIN or even without ITIN as a non-resident. The IRS assigns the EIN (business tax number) independently of the owner’s SSN.
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Last verified: 2026-05-25.
General procedural information for educational purposes. Not legal, tax, or immigration advice. Laws and fees change — verify with the issuing agency before taking action. For case-specific guidance, consult a licensed immigration attorney or other appropriate professional.
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Related procedural information
- ITIN — file business taxes without SSN — ITIN holders can form and operate LLCs
- ITIN-friendly business banking — accounts that open without SSN
- USCIS investor and work-visa forms — H-1B, L-1, E-2 when LLC supports a visa
- State income tax obligations — business taxes vary by state
- Find an immigration attorney — for visa-tied LLC cases
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Forming an LLC in Alabama — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Alabama: formation fee ($200), annual fee ($0 (no annual report) but business privilege tax min $50), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Alaska — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Alaska: formation fee ($250), annual fee ($100 biennial report (every 2 years)), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Arizona — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Arizona: formation fee ($50), annual fee ($0 — no annual report required for LLCs), step-by-step process, and state comparison.
Forming an LLC in Arkansas — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Arkansas: formation fee ($45), annual fee ($150 annual franchise tax), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in California — guide for Hispanic entrepreneurs
How to form an LLC (Limited Liability Company) in California: formation fee ($70), annual fee ($800 minimum franchise tax + $20 annual report), registered agent requirements, and step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Connecticut — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Connecticut: formation fee ($120), annual fee ($80 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Delaware — guide for Hispanic entrepreneurs
How to form an LLC (Limited Liability Company) in Delaware: formation fee ($110), annual fee ($300 franchise tax (flat)), registered agent requirements, and step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in District of Columbia — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in District of Columbia: formation fee ($220), annual fee ($300 biennial report ($150/yr effective)), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Florida — guide for Hispanic entrepreneurs
How to form an LLC (Limited Liability Company) in Florida: formation fee ($125), annual fee ($138.75 annual report), registered agent requirements, and step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Georgia — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Georgia: formation fee ($100), annual fee ($50 annual registration), step-by-step process, and state comparison.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Hawaii: formation fee ($50), annual fee ($15 annual report (cheapest in country)), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Idaho — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Idaho: formation fee ($100), annual fee ($0 (annual report is free)), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Illinois — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Illinois: formation fee ($150), annual fee ($75 annual report), step-by-step process, and state comparison.
Forming an LLC in Indiana — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Indiana: formation fee ($95), annual fee ($30 biennial report (every 2 years = $15/yr effective)), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Iowa — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Iowa: formation fee ($50), annual fee ($45 biennial report (every 2 years = ~$22/yr)), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Kansas — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Kansas: formation fee ($160), annual fee ($55 annual report), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Kentucky — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Kentucky: formation fee ($40), annual fee ($15 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Louisiana — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Louisiana: formation fee ($100), annual fee ($35 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Maine — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Maine: formation fee ($175), annual fee ($85 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Maryland — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Maryland: formation fee ($100), annual fee ($300 personal property return (annual)), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Massachusetts — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Massachusetts: formation fee ($500 (highest in country)), annual fee ($500 annual report), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Michigan — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Michigan: formation fee ($50), annual fee ($25 annual statement), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Minnesota — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Minnesota: formation fee ($155), annual fee ($0 — no annual report fee, just renewal each year (FREE)), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Mississippi — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Mississippi: formation fee ($50), annual fee ($0 — no annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Missouri — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Missouri: formation fee ($50), annual fee ($0 — no annual report), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Montana — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Montana: formation fee ($70), annual fee ($20 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Nebraska — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Nebraska: formation fee ($100), annual fee ($10 biennial report ($5/yr effective)), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Nevada — guide for Hispanic entrepreneurs
How to form an LLC (Limited Liability Company) in Nevada: formation fee ($425 (incluye Initial List + Business License)), annual fee ($350 annual list + $200 business license = $550/year), registered agent requirements, and step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in New Hampshire — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in New Hampshire: formation fee ($100), annual fee ($100 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in New Jersey — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in New Jersey: formation fee ($125), annual fee ($75 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in New Mexico — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in New Mexico: formation fee ($50), annual fee ($0 — no annual report (Series LLC available)), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in New York — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in New York: formation fee ($200), annual fee ($25 biennial Statement (every 2 years) — but mandatory publication requirement: $1,500-$2,500 in major cities (NYC) or $200-$500 (upstate)), step-by-step process, and state comparison.
Forming an LLC in North Carolina — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in North Carolina: formation fee ($125), annual fee ($200 annual report), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in North Dakota — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in North Dakota: formation fee ($135), annual fee ($50 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Ohio — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Ohio: formation fee ($99), annual fee ($0 — no annual report), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Oklahoma — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Oklahoma: formation fee ($100), annual fee ($25 annual certificate), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Oregon — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Oregon: formation fee ($100), annual fee ($100 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Pennsylvania — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Pennsylvania: formation fee ($125), annual fee (Decennial Report every 10 years ($0 for most LLCs)), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Puerto Rico — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Puerto Rico: formation fee ($250), annual fee ($150 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Rhode Island — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Rhode Island: formation fee ($150), annual fee ($50 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in South Carolina — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in South Carolina: formation fee ($110), annual fee ($0 — no annual report), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in South Dakota — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in South Dakota: formation fee ($150), annual fee ($50 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Tennessee — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Tennessee: formation fee ($300), annual fee ($300 annual report (minimum)), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Texas — guide for Hispanic entrepreneurs
How to form an LLC (Limited Liability Company) in Texas: formation fee ($300), annual fee ($0 (no annual report fee) — but franchise tax filing required if revenue > $1.23M), registered agent requirements, and step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Utah — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Utah: formation fee ($70), annual fee ($18 annual renewal (entre los más baratos del país)), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Vermont — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Vermont: formation fee ($125), annual fee ($35 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Virginia — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Virginia: formation fee ($100), annual fee ($50 annual registration), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in Washington — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Washington: formation fee ($200), annual fee ($60 annual report), step-by-step process.
Forming an LLC in West Virginia — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in West Virginia: formation fee ($100), annual fee ($25 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Wisconsin — Hispanic entrepreneur guide
How to form an LLC in Wisconsin: formation fee ($130), annual fee ($25 annual report), process, comparison.
Forming an LLC in Wyoming — guide for Hispanic entrepreneurs
How to form an LLC (Limited Liability Company) in Wyoming: formation fee ($100), annual fee ($60 annual report), registered agent requirements, and step-by-step process.
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