Open a South Dakota LLC from anywhere in the world
No state personal income tax and no corporate income tax. A founder-friendly Plains LLC.
South Dakota LLC overview
A South Dakota LLC offers a unique tax profile: no state personal income tax and no state corporate income tax. The state filing fee is moderate and the annual report is $50. The process is open to non-residents and fully remote.
South Dakota 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 South Dakota with Articles of Organization
- EIN (IRS tax ID) with official confirmation letter
- South Dakota 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 South Dakota LLC bundle
One simple, all-in price. State filing fee, Registered Agent, business address, EIN and operating agreement all included.
South Dakota 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.
- South Dakota LLC formation with all relevant documents
- South Dakota 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 South Dakota?
Members pay no state income tax on pass-through income.
Even LLCs taxed as corporations face no state corporate income tax.
South Dakota is known for favourable wealth and trust statutes.
No citizenship or residency requirement.
Who is South Dakota best for?
- Asset-holding LLCs
- Founders wanting a no-state-income-tax base
- Trust-related and wealth structures
- Service businesses in the Plains
Taxes and compliance
- $50 annual report fee.
- No state personal income tax.
- No state corporate income tax.
- Federal IRS filings still apply for foreign-owned LLCs.
Ongoing South Dakota LLC requirements
$50 per year.
You must maintain a South Dakota Registered Agent.
BOI filing and IRS Form 5472 plus 1120 may apply.
How it works
Pick the South Dakota LLC plan that fits your goals.
Quick 5-minute form. We do the paperwork.
Receive formation docs, EIN and operating agreement.
South Dakota LLC: frequently asked questions
Why is South Dakota popular for trusts?+
South Dakota has highly favourable trust laws, including dynasty trusts and strong asset protection.
Can a non-US resident form a SD LLC?+
Yes.
Will Stripe and PayPal accept a SD LLC?+
Yes, with an EIN.
Can I open a US bank account?+
Yes.
Do I need to visit South Dakota?+
No.
How long does it take?+
3 to 7 business days, plus 5 to 15 days for the EIN.
South Dakota vs Wyoming?+
Both have no state income tax. Wyoming is cheaper to form and slightly more privacy-friendly. South Dakota has stronger trust laws.
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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