Field Notes From The First State.
Practical, no-fluff guides on Delaware LLCs, EINs, registered agents, US banking for non-residents — and what forming a company actually costs.
Delaware LLC for Non-US Residents: The Complete Guide
International founders pick Delaware when building a US company. As a non-US citizen or foreign founder, you can complete the company formation process entirely remotely — here’s exactly what’s different and what’s not.
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The Cheapest Way to Form a Delaware LLC (And What It Actually Costs)
The cheapest path is filing the Certificate of Formation yourself with a low-cost registered agent — around $160 for year one. But there’s a difference between cutting costs and cutting corners.
Read more → Mar 31, 2026How to Open a US Bank Account for Your LLC as a Non-Resident
Opening a US bank account as a non-resident slows most international founders down. The path isn’t complicated once you know it — but it’s different from what a US-based founder experiences.
Read more → Mar 31, 2026Delaware Registered Agent Requirements: What You Need to Know
Delaware law requires every LLC to have a registered agent. It’s not optional, and it applies from the moment your LLC is formed until the day you dissolve it. What it means in practice is simpler than it sounds.
Read more → Mar 31, 2026Delaware LLC Annual Report Requirements: What You Do (and Don’t) Owe Each Year
Search for “Delaware LLC annual report” and you’ll find a lot of confusing answers. Here’s the accurate one: Delaware LLCs do not file annual reports — but there is something you owe every year.
Read more → Mar 31, 2026EIN for Non-US Residents: How to Get One for Your Delaware LLC
You’ve formed your Delaware LLC. Now you need an EIN — and you don’t have a US Social Security Number. The IRS online application is closed to you. That’s the only limitation; everything else works the same way.
Read more → Mar 31, 2026How to Get an EIN for Your Delaware LLC
Your Delaware LLC is formed. Now you need an EIN before you can do almost anything else — open a bank account, work with Stripe, hire anyone, or file taxes. The good news: it’s free.
Read more → Mar 28, 2026Delaware LLC Operating Agreement: What It Is and Why You Need One
Delaware doesn’t require you to file an operating agreement with the state — which leads a lot of new LLC owners to skip it entirely. That’s a mistake. Here’s what it actually is and what happens without one.
Read more → Mar 25, 2026How Much Does It Cost to Form a Delaware LLC? (Full 2026 Breakdown)
Forming a Delaware LLC costs between $140 and $600 to start, depending on how you handle it — plus $300 every year to keep it active. This post breaks down every cost you’ll encounter.
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