Open a Louisiana LLC from anywhere in the world
A Gulf Coast US LLC with strong access to oil, shipping and trade industries.
Louisiana LLC overview
A Louisiana LLC offers founders a credible Gulf Coast US base with strong access to oil, gas, shipping and trade industries. The state has a moderate filing fee and a $35 annual report. The process is open to non-residents and fully remote.
Louisiana LLC pricing
One flat package price. Everything below is included.
- Total package
- from $300 (all-in)
- State filing fee
- $100 (state)
What you get
- Company name availability search
- LLC registration in Louisiana with Articles of Organization
- EIN (IRS tax ID) with official confirmation letter
- Louisiana 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 Louisiana LLC bundle
One simple, all-in price. State filing fee, Registered Agent, business address, EIN and operating agreement all included.
Louisiana 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.
- Louisiana LLC formation with all relevant documents
- Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
Direct connection to Mississippi River shipping and Gulf Coast trade.
Established hub for oil, gas and petrochemicals.
$35 per year keeps ongoing costs affordable.
No citizenship or residency requirement.
Who is Louisiana best for?
- Energy and trading companies
- Shipping and logistics businesses
- Service companies on the Gulf Coast
- Founders with Louisiana clients or property
Taxes and compliance
- $35 annual report fee.
- State income tax may apply to Louisiana-sourced income.
- Federal IRS filings still apply for foreign-owned LLCs.
Ongoing Louisiana LLC requirements
$35 per year.
You must maintain a Louisiana Registered Agent.
BOI filing and IRS Form 5472 plus 1120 may apply.
How it works
Pick the Louisiana LLC plan that fits your goals.
Quick 5-minute form. We do the paperwork.
Receive formation docs, EIN and operating agreement.
Louisiana LLC: frequently asked questions
Can a non-US resident form a Louisiana LLC?+
Yes.
What is the annual report fee?+
$35 per year.
Will Stripe and PayPal accept a Louisiana LLC?+
Yes, with an EIN.
Can I open a US bank account?+
Yes.
Do I need to visit Louisiana?+
No.
How long does it take?+
3 to 7 business days, plus 5 to 15 days for the EIN.
Is Louisiana good for shipping?+
Yes. The Port of South Louisiana is one of the busiest in the Western Hemisphere.
Are member names public?+
Yes, members or managers appear in the annual report.
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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