Open a Alabama LLC from anywhere in the world
A Southeast US LLC option with reasonable formation fees and a strong business climate for service and trade companies.
Alabama LLC overview
An Alabama LLC suits founders who want a credible Southeast US base for service businesses, trades, e-commerce or real estate. Alabama charges a one-time Certificate of Formation fee and a yearly Business Privilege Tax with a low minimum. The state is open to non-US residents and the entire process can be completed remotely.
Alabama LLC pricing
One flat package price. Everything below is included.
- Total package
- from $400 (all-in)
- State filing fee
- $200 (state)
What you get
- Company name availability search
- LLC registration in Alabama with Articles of Organization
- EIN (IRS tax ID) with official confirmation letter
- Alabama Registered Agent service for 1 year
- Business mailing address (Registered Agent's address) for 1 year
- Mail scanning service
- Initial Operating Agreement draft
- Free US business bank account opening assistance
- Stripe and PayPal setup guidance
- Lifetime support over WhatsApp and email
Timeline
All-inclusive Alabama LLC bundle
One simple, all-in price. State filing fee, Registered Agent, business address, EIN and operating agreement all included.
Alabama LLC formation with everything you need to launch: Registered Agent, business address, EIN with verification letter and operating agreement. State filing fee is already included.
- Alabama LLC formation with all relevant documents
- Alabama state filing fee included
- Registered Agent service (1 year)
- Business address provided by the Registered Agent
- EIN (IRS tax ID) with official verification letter
- Initial Operating Agreement
- Bank account opening assistance
- Lifetime support over WhatsApp and email
Why form your LLC in Alabama?
One-time Certificate of Formation filing at the Secretary of State.
No US citizenship or residency requirement to form or own an Alabama LLC.
Popular for property holding, contracting and service companies in the Southeast.
Modern LLC act with clear rules on members, managers and operating agreements.
Who is Alabama best for?
- Service businesses and trades operating in the Southeast
- Real estate holding LLCs in Alabama
- E-commerce sellers wanting a US base
- Founders already tied to Alabama through clients or property
Taxes and compliance
- Alabama requires an annual Business Privilege Tax with a $50 minimum.
- State income tax may apply to Alabama-sourced income.
- Federal IRS filings still apply for foreign-owned LLCs (Form 5472 and 1120).
Ongoing Alabama LLC requirements
$50 minimum per year, due annually.
You must maintain an Alabama Registered Agent at all times.
BOI filing and IRS Form 5472 plus 1120 may apply depending on ownership.
How it works
Pick the Alabama LLC plan that fits your goals.
Quick 5-minute form. We do the paperwork.
Receive formation docs, EIN and operating agreement.
Alabama LLC: frequently asked questions
Can a non-US resident form an Alabama LLC?+
Yes. Alabama has no citizenship or residency requirement and the process is fully remote.
How much does an Alabama LLC cost per year?+
The state Business Privilege Tax has a $50 minimum, plus your Registered Agent fee.
Is the Business Privilege Tax difficult to file?+
It is a short annual filing. We can recommend a US accountant if needed.
Will Stripe and PayPal accept an Alabama LLC?+
Yes. Alabama LLCs are accepted by major US payment processors when paired with an EIN.
Can I open a US bank account with an Alabama LLC?+
Yes. Mercury, Relay, Wise and other US fintech banks accept Alabama LLCs.
Is Alabama good for real estate?+
Yes. Many investors hold Alabama rental property in an Alabama LLC for liability separation.
Do I need to visit Alabama?+
No. Formation, EIN and bank account applications can all be done remotely.
How long does it take to form an Alabama LLC?+
Standard formation takes 5 to 10 business days. The EIN typically takes another 5 to 15 days.
A few things to know
- State filing fees are billed separately and set by each state.
- Processing times depend on the state and the IRS and can vary.
- We cannot guarantee approval of any third-party bank or payment processor.
- We are not a law firm or accounting firm. Information is for general guidance only.
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