Open a Rhode Island LLC from anywhere in the world
A small New England US LLC with a moderate annual report.
Rhode Island LLC overview
A Rhode Island LLC suits founders with New England clients or a focus on the small-but-dense state economy of Providence. The state filing fee is moderate and the annual report is $50. The process is open to non-residents and fully remote.
Rhode Island LLC pricing
One flat package price. Everything below is included.
- Total package
- from $350 (all-in)
- State filing fee
- $150 (state)
What you get
- Company name availability search
- LLC registration in Rhode Island with Articles of Organization
- EIN (IRS tax ID) with official confirmation letter
- Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island LLC bundle
One simple, all-in price. State filing fee, Registered Agent, business address, EIN and operating agreement all included.
Rhode Island 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.
- Rhode Island LLC formation with all relevant documents
- Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
Direct access to the Boston and Providence economy.
$50 per year is reasonable.
No citizenship or residency requirement.
Smaller geographic area makes local marketing easier.
Who is Rhode Island best for?
- Service businesses in New England
- Hospitality and tourism companies
- Real estate holding LLCs in Rhode Island
- Founders with Providence-area clients
Taxes and compliance
- $50 annual report fee.
- State income tax may apply to Rhode Island-sourced income.
- Federal IRS filings still apply for foreign-owned LLCs.
Ongoing Rhode Island LLC requirements
$50 per year.
You must maintain a Rhode Island Resident Agent.
BOI filing and IRS Form 5472 plus 1120 may apply.
How it works
Pick the Rhode Island LLC plan that fits your goals.
Quick 5-minute form. We do the paperwork.
Receive formation docs, EIN and operating agreement.
Rhode Island LLC: frequently asked questions
Can a non-US resident form a Rhode Island LLC?+
Yes.
When is the annual report due?+
Between September 1 and November 1 each year.
Will Stripe and PayPal accept a Rhode Island LLC?+
Yes, with an EIN.
Can I open a US bank account?+
Yes.
Do I need to visit Rhode Island?+
No.
How long does it take?+
5 to 10 business days, plus 5 to 15 days for the EIN.
Is RI good for hospitality?+
Yes, particularly for coastal vacation rentals and tourism.
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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