Open a Maryland LLC from anywhere in the world
An East Coast US LLC near Washington DC with a $300 annual report.
Maryland LLC overview
A Maryland LLC suits founders with East Coast clients or government and defence contracts near Washington DC. Maryland has a moderate filing fee but a relatively high $300 annual report, so it is best suited to active operating businesses rather than passive LLCs. The process is open to non-residents and fully remote.
Maryland 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 Maryland with Articles of Organization
- EIN (IRS tax ID) with official confirmation letter
- Maryland 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 Maryland LLC bundle
One simple, all-in price. State filing fee, Registered Agent, business address, EIN and operating agreement all included.
Maryland 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.
- Maryland LLC formation with all relevant documents
- Maryland 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 Maryland?
Direct access to the federal government market.
Major ports and rail links via Baltimore.
No citizenship or residency requirement.
Established industries with high-quality talent pools.
Who is Maryland best for?
- Government and defence contractors
- Biotech and life sciences companies
- Service businesses in the DC metro area
- Founders with Maryland clients
Taxes and compliance
- $300 annual report fee.
- State income tax may apply to Maryland-sourced income.
- Federal IRS filings still apply for foreign-owned LLCs.
Ongoing Maryland LLC requirements
$300 per year, due April 15.
You must maintain a Maryland Registered Agent (Resident Agent).
BOI filing and IRS Form 5472 plus 1120 may apply.
How it works
Pick the Maryland LLC plan that fits your goals.
Quick 5-minute form. We do the paperwork.
Receive formation docs, EIN and operating agreement.
Maryland LLC: frequently asked questions
Is $300 per year a lot?+
It is high compared to states like Wyoming or New Mexico. Choose Maryland when the location genuinely matters to your business.
Can a non-US resident form a Maryland LLC?+
Yes.
When is the annual report due?+
By April 15 each year.
Will Stripe and PayPal accept a Maryland LLC?+
Yes, with an EIN.
Can I open a US bank account?+
Yes.
Do I need to visit Maryland?+
No.
How long does it take?+
5 to 10 business days, plus 5 to 15 days for the EIN.
Are member names public?+
Yes, the annual report lists the principal office and resident agent.
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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