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Chilean founders: skip the wait — buy a US LLC that already has its EIN

From Santiago to Silicon Valley, the fastest way into the US market isn't filing and waiting — it's a ready-made Wyoming LLC that already exists and already has its EIN. It transfers into your name within 24 hours, so you can open US banking, connect full Stripe, and start trading today. Prefer a brand-new company in your exact name? We register one for $549.

ID-verified purchase · No SSN required · Secure Stripe checkout · Chile founders welcome
Ready-made US LLC with EIN for Chilean founders
EIN already issued No SSN or US visa required Full USD Stripe, not CLP-only Mercury, Relay & Wise ready Transferred within 24 hours

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

The case for ready-made

Santiago to the US — without the formation queue

Chile is Latin America's most stable and innovative startup ecosystem — 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 international investors and enterprise clients expect. The only question is how fast you can get there.

You can form a new LLC yourself: file Articles of Organization, wait for the Secretary of State to approve them, then apply to the IRS for an Employer Identification Number. Even handled for you, the realistic combined wait is days to weeks, and until the EIN lands no bank or payment processor will fully onboard you. A ready-made LLC removes that queue entirely — the company is already registered and in good standing, and its EIN already exists. The moment the transfer completes you can open a US business bank account, connect Stripe, and invoice US clients in USD.

Buy ready-made vs. register a brand-new LLC

 Register a new LLC ($549)Buy ready-made (USLLCGlobal)
Company existsAfter state approval (1–5 days)Already registered
EIN issuedApply after formationAlready issued
Ready to bank & take paymentsDays to weeksWithin 24 hours
Exact custom nameYes — your choiceFrom available stock
Owner privacyWyoming — no public owner listWyoming — no public owner list
Already have customers waiting? Every day before activation is a day of USD payments you can't collect. A ready-made company is the difference between "launching next month" and "invoicing this afternoon." If the exact company name matters more than speed, registering a brand-new LLC for $549 is the right call.
The Chile gap

Why Chilean startups need a US presence to scale

Chile ranks #1 in Latin America for ease of doing business — but local entities don't open US doors. A US LLC is the bridge.

Full US Stripe in USDStripe Chile settles in CLP only with limited international features. A US LLC unlocks full Stripe with global USD settlement.
US entity recognised worldwideA Chilean SpA has no US recognition. Investors, clients and banks worldwide recognise a US LLC.
Investor-ready structureUS VCs strongly prefer Delaware or Wyoming entities. A US LLC is the VC-ready bridge for fundraising.
US banking, opened remotelyOpen a USD US bank account from Santiago or anywhere in Chile — Mercury, Relay and Wise accept Chilean LLC owners.
Protect against peso volatilityEarn and hold USD, then transfer to CLP via Wise at real mid-market rates instead of slow, expensive Chilean wires.
Keep your Chilean SpAMost founders run both — SpA for local operations, US LLC for international business and US enterprise procurement.
Everything, in one transfer

What's in every ready-made company

EIN already issuedFederal tax ID in place — the thing banks and Stripe ask for first.
Articles of OrganizationFiled and approved by the State of Wyoming, in good standing.
Operating AgreementSingle-member agreement, ready to sign in your name.
Ownership transfer packMembership interest assigned to you; IRS responsible-party updated.
Banking & Stripe readyOpen Mercury, Relay, Wise and connect full USD Stripe straight away.
Registered agentWyoming registered agent for year one included.
How it works

From Chile to a live US company

Banking

US bank accounts for Chile LLC owners

US neobanks accept Chilean LLC owners. Because the EIN already exists, you can apply the moment the transfer completes.

Mercury — recommendedThe most popular choice for non-resident founders. Full US checking, debit card and ACH. Requires a genuine US business address — we arrange a virtual office.
Relay — popularBusiness banking built for small businesses: multiple checking accounts and profit-first budgeting. Accepts non-resident LLC owners with proper documentation.
Wise Business — multi-currencyHold and convert 40+ currencies. Ideal for moving USD back to Chile at real mid-market exchange rates with low fees.
⚠️ Mandatory annual compliance

Every foreign-owned LLC must file Form 5472

$25,000 penalty for not filing. If you own a US LLC as a Chilean citizen, the IRS requires Form 5472 with a pro-forma Form 1120 every year — even if your LLC had zero revenue. The penalty for missing it is $25,000 per form, per year. Our compliance bundle handles this for you. Read the Form 5472 guide →
Tax overview

What Chile LLC owners need to know

US tax obligationsSingle-member LLCs are disregarded entities · no US tax on non-US-source income · Form 5472 required annually · Wyoming has no state income tax · BOI eliminated March 2025.
Chile tax considerationsChile taxes residents on worldwide income · Chile has a tax treaty with the United States · SII (Servicio de Impuestos Internos) reporting may apply · we are not tax advisors — consult licensed professionals.
Make the call with eyes open

Guides for Chilean founders

Straight answers on ready-made companies, the EIN, banking and Wyoming vs Delaware.

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Take your Chilean startup global — today, not next month

Browse ready-made companies that already exist and already have their EIN. Pick one, verify, and it's yours within 24 hours. Prefer a brand-new LLC in your exact name? We register one for $549.

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Questions from Chile founders

Can I form a US LLC from Chile?
Yes. Fully remote. No US visa or SSN required. The fastest route is a ready-made LLC that already has its EIN, transferred to you within 24 hours.
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.
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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