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Selling to America from Germany? Your US company can be ready today

Skip the EUR–USD friction, the cross-border Stripe fees and the "foreign vendor" barrier. Buy a ready-made Wyoming LLC that already has its EIN — it transfers into your name within 24 hours, so you can open US banking, connect Stripe US and start invoicing American clients straight away. Prefer to register a brand-new LLC in your own name? We do that too, from $549.

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Ready-made US LLC with EIN for German entrepreneurs
✓ EIN already issued ✓ Wyoming privacy — no public owner register ✓ Same-day activation ✓ Mercury, Stripe US & US bank ready ✓ Transferred within 24 hours
For German entrepreneurs

From Berlin to Silicon Valley — without the flight

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

Germany's startup ecosystem is Europe's largest — but selling to American clients through a GmbH means EUR–USD friction, cross-border Stripe fees, and the "foreign vendor" barrier. A US LLC gives you a genuine American business presence — US address, US bank account, USD invoicing — and the fastest way to get one is a ready-made Wyoming LLC that already has its EIN, transferred into your name within 24 hours.

You can also register a brand-new LLC in your chosen name (from $549, with same-day EIN). It's slower than buying ready-made, but if the exact company name matters more than speed it's the right call. Either route, the entire process is handled remotely from Berlin, Munich, Hamburg or anywhere in Germany — no US visa and no Social Security number required.

Ready-made vs. forming a new LLC

 Register a new LLC ($549)Buy ready-made (USLLCGlobal)
Company existsAfter state approval (1–5 days)Already registered
EIN issuedSame-day by phone after filingAlready issued
Ready to bank & take paymentsDays, once EIN landsWithin 24 hours
Choose the exact nameYes — your nameFrom available stock
Owner privacyWyoming — no public owner listWyoming — no public owner list
Already have US clients 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."
The challenge

Why German businesses lose US deals without a US presence

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Foreign-vendor frictionUS clients see a GmbH and assume complex international payments, wire fees and delays.
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EUR invoicingUS procurement teams want USD invoices from a US entity, not EUR from abroad.
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Cross-border Stripe feesStripe Germany adds cross-border fees on US card transactions.
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No EIN, no W-9Without a US EIN you can't complete the W-9 many US companies require before paying vendors.
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Conversion spreadsEUR–USD conversion on every transaction quietly erodes your margins.
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GmbH overhead€25,000 minimum capital feels excessive just for a US sales channel.
Why German founders choose a US LLC

What a US LLC unlocks

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USD revenue, zero conversionInvoice US clients in USD, hold funds in a US bank account, convert to EUR only when the rate suits you.
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US bank accountMercury, Relay or Wise Business — neobanks that accept non-resident LLC owners remotely. No US visit.
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Stripe US — lower feesProcess US card payments at domestic rates (2.9% + 30c), no cross-border surcharge.
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W-9 readyYour US LLC has an EIN and can complete W-9 forms in minutes — no more lost contracts over paperwork.
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Lean US entryWyoming LLC: no minimum capital, no annual shareholder meetings, minimal reporting.
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Asset protection & privacyStrong charging-order protection and no public disclosure of member names in Wyoming.
How it works

Two routes — both fully remote

Ready-made (fastest): pick an available Wyoming LLC that already has its EIN, verify your ID, and full membership interest transfers into your name — typically within 24 hours. You receive the formation documents, EIN confirmation, operating agreement and signed transfer paperwork, then open US banking and Stripe US right away.

Register new ($549): we file Articles of Organization with the Wyoming Secretary of State (1–5 business days), then call the IRS to obtain your EIN — same-day in most cases. We prepare your bank KYC documents and walk you through Mercury, Relay or Wise Business and Stripe US registration.

Banking

US bank accounts for German LLC owners

Several US neobanks accept non-resident LLC owners remotely. We guide you through each application.

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Mercury — recommendedFull US checking, debit card and ACH. Note: Mercury requires a genuine US business address — a registered-agent address is rejected. We help you arrange a virtual office address Mercury accepts.
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Relay — popularBuilt for small businesses: multiple checking accounts and profit-first budgeting. Accepts non-resident LLC owners with proper documentation.
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Wise Business — multi-currencyHold and convert 40+ currencies including EUR. Move USD to your German bank at mid-market rates with low fees. Many German founders already use Wise.
⚠️ 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 German citizen, the IRS requires you to file Form 5472 with a pro-forma Form 1120 every year — even if your LLC had zero revenue. This is an information return, not a tax return. The penalty for missing it is $25,000 per form, per year, and it must be filed on paper (it cannot be e-filed). Our compliance bundle handles this for you.

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Tax overview

What German LLC owners need to know

US tax obligations

  • Single-member LLCs owned by non-residents are treated as disregarded entities for US tax purposes.
  • If your LLC has no US-source income, you may have minimal US federal tax obligations.
  • Form 5472 + pro-forma 1120 must be filed annually regardless of income.
  • Wyoming has no state income tax — the preferred state for non-residents.
  • The US–Germany tax treaty may provide benefits regarding double taxation.
  • BOI reporting was eliminated in March 2025 — you do not need to file this.

German tax considerations

  • German residents must report worldwide income to the Finanzamt — including US LLC income.
  • The US–Germany Double Taxation Treaty (DBA) prevents being taxed twice on the same income.
  • German CFC rules (AStG §7–14) may apply to foreign entity income — consult your Steuerberater.
  • A US LLC may be treated as transparent or opaque for German tax purposes depending on structure.
  • We are not tax advisors — consult a qualified Steuerberater or CPA for your specific situation.
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Start trading in America today, not next month

Browse ready-made Wyoming companies that already exist and already have their EIN. Pick one, verify, and it's yours within 24 hours. Or register a brand-new LLC in your own name from $549.

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Questions from German founders

Why would a German entrepreneur need a US LLC?
A US LLC gives German entrepreneurs a genuine American business presence for selling to US clients. You get a US business address, US bank account, Stripe US account with lower processing fees on domestic transactions, and the ability to invoice in USD. US companies prefer working with US-registered vendors — a W-9 from a US entity is far simpler than dealing with W-8BEN-E forms from a foreign company.
Can I form a US LLC from Germany without visiting the US?
Yes. The entire process is done remotely. You do not need to travel to the United States, have a US visa, or hold a Social Security number. For a ready-made company we transfer ownership into your name within 24 hours; for a new registration we handle the filing with the Secretary of State, obtain your EIN by calling the IRS, and guide you through the bank account application — all while you remain in Germany.
How does a US LLC interact with my German GmbH?
Many German entrepreneurs operate both a GmbH and a US LLC. Your GmbH handles European business while the US LLC handles American clients. The US LLC invoices in USD, collects via Stripe US, and holds funds in a US bank account. Transfer profits via Wise Business at competitive rates. Consult your Steuerberater about intercompany arrangements and transfer pricing.
Will I get lower Stripe fees with a US LLC?
Yes, for US domestic transactions. Stripe US charges 2.9% + 30c for domestic card payments. Stripe Germany charges additional cross-border fees on US transactions. Processing US payments through Stripe US on your LLC reduces costs and eliminates EUR–USD conversion spreads.
What is Form 5472 and why does it matter?
Form 5472 is an IRS information return required for every US LLC owned by a non-US person. You must file it annually with a pro-forma Form 1120, even if your LLC earned no income. It must be filed on paper. The penalty for not filing is $25,000 per form, per year. Our annual compliance service ($999/year) handles this filing for you.
Does the US-Germany tax treaty help me?
The US–Germany Double Taxation Treaty (DBA) can prevent you from being taxed twice on the same income. However, it does not eliminate US filing requirements — you must still file Form 5472 annually. The treaty may reduce or eliminate US withholding taxes. Consult a qualified cross-border Steuerberater or CPA.
Is BOI reporting still required?
No. Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements were eliminated in March 2025. You do not need to file a BOI report with FinCEN. Your main annual obligation is Form 5472 plus your state annual report.
What about German CFC rules (Hinzurechnungsbesteuerung)?
German CFC rules under the AStG may apply to income from a US LLC if the LLC earns passive income taxed at less than 25%. Active business income is generally exempt. The classification of your US LLC as transparent or opaque for German tax purposes adds complexity. This is a specialist area — consult a Steuerberater experienced in US-German cross-border structures before forming your LLC.
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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