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Form a US LLC from Chile β€” Latin America's Gateway to the US

Last updated: April 24, 2026 · By Shepherd Nyakudya, Founder of USLLCGlobal

Chile is Latin America's most stable and innovative startup ecosystem β€” home to Start-Up Chile and a growing tech sector. A US LLC gives Chilean founders direct access to US banking, full Stripe, and the credibility needed for international investors and clients.

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Chile-focused
1-5
Days to form
$349
Service fee
#1 Ease
LatAm ranking

Recommended for Chilean founders

$549Business Ready

LLC + same-day EIN + US bank account guidance + Stripe walkthrough. State filing fee included.

  • LLC filed with Secretary of State
  • EIN — same-day by phone
  • Registered agent (1 year)
  • Operating Agreement
  • US bank account guidance
  • Stripe connection walkthrough
  • Priority support
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Secure payment via Stripe.

βœ“ All state fees included
EIN included with Business Ready
βœ“ No hidden charges
πŸ”’ Stripe secure payments
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡± Chile founders welcome

Chilean startups need US presence to scale internationally

🚫 What Chile entrepreneurs face

  • ❌ Stripe Chile settles in CLP only with limited international features
  • ❌ Chilean SpA formation is straightforward locally but has no US recognition
  • ❌ US investors strongly prefer Delaware or Wyoming entities
  • ❌ CLP (Chilean peso) volatility complicates international pricing
  • ❌ Chilean bank international wire transfers are slow and expensive
  • ❌ US enterprise clients require invoicing from US entities for procurement compliance

βœ… What a US LLC gives you

  • 🟒 Full US Stripe account with global USD settlement
  • 🟒 US entity recognised by investors, clients, and banks worldwide
  • 🟒 VC-ready structure with Delaware option
  • 🟒 US bank account in USD opened remotely
  • 🟒 Professional US presence from Santiago or anywhere in Chile
  • 🟒 Invoice US clients from a US entity

Santiago to Silicon Valley

Chile ranks #1 in Latin America for ease of doing business. A US LLC is the bridge to US markets for Chilean tech companies.

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Full US Stripe

Accept payments globally in USD. Chilean Stripe is CLP-only. A US LLC Stripe account has full features and USD settlement.

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US Banking

Open a US bank account remotely. Mercury, Relay, and Wise Business accept Chilean LLC owners.

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Start-Up Chile Alumni

Many Start-Up Chile graduates form US LLCs to scale internationally. The US LLC complements your Chilean SpA.

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USD Holdings

Earn and hold USD. Transfer to CLP via Wise at real exchange rates. Protect against peso volatility.

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Investor Ready

US VCs prefer investing in US entities. Delaware LLC or C-Corp is the standard structure for fundraising.

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Simple & Private

Wyoming: no state income tax, strong privacy, low annual costs. No board or shareholder meetings required.

From Chile to US LLC in four steps

1

Choose Your State

Wyoming for bootstrapped businesses. Delaware if raising US VC. We advise based on your plans.

2

We File Your LLC

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State. You provide your details, we handle everything. 1-5 business days.

3

EIN Same-Day

We call the IRS and get your Employer Identification Number issued the same day. This is your business tax ID for banking and Stripe.

4

Bank + Stripe Setup

We guide you through US bank account applications and Stripe registration. You apply directly with the bank β€” we prepare your documents.

Choose your package — Chile founders

From $349. Same-day EIN with Business Ready ($549). Stripe access. No SSN required. State filing fee included in every LLC package.

Essential
$349
LLC + Registered Agent
  • LLC filed with Secretary of State
  • State filing fee included
  • Registered agent — 1 year included
  • Operating Agreement (customised)
  • Digital delivery of all documents
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Complete
$999
Everything + Form 5472 (avoids $25K penalty)
  • Everything in Business Ready
  • Form 5472 filing — year 1 included
  • Pro-forma 1120 filing — year 1 included
  • Annual report filing — year 1 included
  • Compliance monitoring — year 1
  • Avoids the $25,000 IRS penalty
  • Priority phone + WhatsApp support
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EIN Only
$199
EIN for already-formed LLCs
  • EIN obtained from IRS by phone
  • Same-day in most cases
  • SS-4 form prepared and filed
  • EIN confirmation letter delivered
  • For LLCs already formed elsewhere
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All prices in USD. State filing fee included in every LLC package. Add-ons (business plan, foreign-state registration, expedited filing) sold separately on the order page.

US bank accounts for Chile LLC owners

US neobanks accept Chilean LLC owners. We guide you through applications and documentation.

Recommended

Mercury

The most popular choice for non-resident founders. Full US checking account, debit card, and ACH transfers. Mercury requires a genuine US business address. We arrange a virtual office.

Popular

Relay

Business banking built for small businesses. Multiple checking accounts, profit-first budgeting. Accepts non-resident LLC owners with proper documentation.

Multi-Currency

Wise Business

Hold and convert 40+ currencies. Excellent for transferring USD back to Chile at real mid-market exchange rates. Low transfer fees.

Every foreign-owned LLC must file Form 5472

$25,000 penalty for not filing

If you own a US LLC as a Chile citizen, the IRS requires you to file Form 5472 with a pro-forma Form 1120 every year β€” even if your LLC had zero revenue. The penalty for missing this filing is $25,000 per form, per year. Our compliance bundle handles this for you.

Protect Your LLC β€” $999/year β†’

What Chile LLC owners need to know

US Tax Obligations

  • β†’ Single-member LLCs are disregarded entities
  • β†’ No US tax on non-US-source income
  • β†’ Form 5472 required annually
  • β†’ Wyoming: no state income tax
  • β†’ BOI eliminated March 2025

Chile Tax Considerations

  • β†’ Chile taxes residents on worldwide income
  • β†’ Chile has a tax treaty with the United States
  • β†’ SII (Servicio de Impuestos Internos) reporting may apply
  • β†’ We are not tax advisors β€” consult licensed professionals

Questions from Chile founders

Can I form a US LLC from Chile?
Yes. Fully remote. No US visa or SSN required.
Is this common for Chilean startups?
Yes. Many Start-Up Chile alumni and Chilean tech founders form US LLCs for international operations. It is a standard practice in the Latin American startup ecosystem.
Delaware or Wyoming?
Delaware if raising US VC (Y Combinator, etc.). Wyoming for everything else. We help you choose.
How do I get money to Chile?
Wise Business for USD to CLP transfers at real exchange rates. 1-2 business days.
Can I keep my Chilean SpA?
Yes. Most founders run both. Chilean SpA for local operations, US LLC for international business.
What is Form 5472?
IRS information return. $25,000 penalty for non-filing. Our compliance service handles it.
Does the Chile-US tax treaty help?
The treaty may provide relief from double taxation. Consult a CPA in both jurisdictions.
Annual costs?
Wyoming: $60/year. Compliance bundle: $999/year.
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About the author
Shepherd Nyakudya
Founder, USLLCGlobal · IRS Third-Party Designee

Shepherd founded USLLCGlobal to help non-US residents form US LLCs and obtain EINs without an SSN, without a visit, and without guesswork. As an authorised IRS Third-Party Designee, he files Form SS-4 directly with the IRS International EIN line and has guided entrepreneurs from over 40 countries through formation, banking access, and Stripe onboarding. Read more on the about page.

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