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International Business U.S. Setup Checklist

Information international entrepreneurs and foreign businesses should organize before U.S. setup.

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Checklist

  • Passport/identity information for owners and responsible persons
  • Country of residence and citizenship of owners
  • Existing foreign-company formation documents, if applicable
  • Description of proposed U.S. business activity
  • Proposed U.S. business name and location
  • Ownership percentages and management structure
  • Expected U.S. states of operation
  • Whether U.S. employees or contractors are anticipated
  • Expected products/services and whether taxable goods will be sold
  • Expected U.S. revenue and funding/capitalization
  • Existing U.S. EIN, ITIN or entity information, if any
  • Whether a U.S. branch, subsidiary or new entity is contemplated
  • California seller’s permit or local registration needs
  • Immigration matter associated with the business, if any, for coordination purposes only
  • Foreign and U.S. tax advisers or legal counsel involved in the project
This resource is general information, not legal advice, and is not a substitute for review of your specific facts. Tax laws and agency procedures may change.