Open a New York LLC from anywhere in the world
Direct access to the New York City economy. Requires a one-time publication.
New York LLC overview
A New York LLC is the right choice when your business is genuinely based in or selling into New York. The state requires a one-time newspaper publication after formation, which can be expensive in New York City counties. Once active, the LLC pays only a biennial $9 statement. The process is open to non-residents and fully remote.
New York 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 New York with Articles of Organization
- EIN (IRS tax ID) with official confirmation letter
- New York 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 New York LLC bundle
One simple, all-in price. State filing fee, Registered Agent, business address, EIN and operating agreement all included.
New York 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.
- New York LLC formation with all relevant documents
- New York 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 New York?
Direct presence in the largest US metropolitan economy.
Only $9 every two years after formation.
New York LLCs are familiar to US capital markets.
No citizenship or residency requirement.
Who is New York best for?
- Finance and fintech companies
- Media, fashion and creative agencies
- Service businesses with NYC clients
- Companies hiring NYC-based talent
Taxes and compliance
- One-time newspaper publication required after formation; costs vary by county.
- Biennial Statement fee of $9.
- State and New York City taxes may apply to NY-sourced income.
- Federal IRS filings still apply for foreign-owned LLCs.
Ongoing New York LLC requirements
$9 every two years.
You must maintain a New York Registered Agent.
BOI filing and IRS Form 5472 plus 1120 may apply.
How it works
Pick the New York LLC plan that fits your goals.
Quick 5-minute form. We do the paperwork.
Receive formation docs, EIN and operating agreement.
New York LLC: frequently asked questions
What is the New York publication requirement?+
Within 120 days of formation, a notice must be published in two newspapers for six weeks. Costs vary by county and can be high in NYC. We arrange this for you.
Can I form in another county to save on publication?+
Some founders use Albany County to reduce publication costs. We can discuss the best fit.
Can a non-US resident form a New York LLC?+
Yes.
Will Stripe and PayPal accept a New York LLC?+
Yes, with an EIN.
Can I open a US bank account?+
Yes.
Do I need to visit New York?+
No.
How long does it take?+
5 to 15 business days, plus 5 to 15 days for the EIN.
Are member names public?+
Yes, members or managers appear in the biennial statement.
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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