For founders living in Sri Lanka
Start a US LLC from Sri Lanka, from $229 with EIN
Stripe does not list Sri Lanka among the countries it supports. Sri Lankan freelancers, developers and online sellers use a US LLC with an EIN to apply for a US Stripe account, get paid by foreign clients in dollars and hold USD in a US business account. The US and Sri Lanka have an income tax treaty. Everything is set up online from Colombo, Kandy or anywhere else.
- No US visit, visa or SSN
- EIN for your LLC included
- Registered agent for the first year
- Help with US banking and Stripe
Total to start, EIN included
$179 plus the state fee. EIN, registered agent for the first year and Operating Agreement included.
Start nowWhy Sri Lankan founders form a US LLC
Accept card payments
Stripe does not support businesses registered in Sri Lanka. A US LLC can apply for a US Stripe account instead.
Hold USD in a US account
Get paid by US clients and platforms in dollars, then move money to Sri Lanka when you choose instead of converting every payment.
Sell on US marketplaces
Amazon US, Shopify Payments, PayPal business and app stores treat a US company with an EIN like any other American seller.
Look established abroad
A US company name, address and bank details make it easier to win clients and partners in the US and Europe.
Popular with founders in Sri Lanka: freelancers with foreign clients, software and IT outsourcing, ecommerce sellers.
How it works from Sri Lanka
- 1
Choose your state
Most founders from Sri Lanka pick New Mexico for the lowest yearly cost or Wyoming for its reputation.
- 2
We file your LLC
We file the Articles of Organization online and act as your registered agent in the state.
- 3
We get your EIN
We apply to the IRS for your EIN on Form SS-4. No SSN or ITIN is needed.
- 4
Open your US account
Use your formation documents, EIN and Operating Agreement to apply to US online banks and payment platforms.
- 5
Stay compliant
File Form 5472 every year and keep your state filings current. We remind you and can file for you.
Sri Lanka at a glance
- Stripe for local businesses
- Not available
- US income tax treaty
- Yes, in force
- Local currency
- Sri Lankan rupee (LKR)
Checked in late 2026. Providers change their country rules, so confirm before you apply.
US LLC cost from Sri Lanka: state fee comparison
A US LLC from Sri Lanka costs $179 plus the state filing fee. The state fee depends on the state you choose, so the total starts at $229 in New Mexico, which is about LKR 76,200. The EIN is included in this price.
- Lowest price
New Mexico
$229
about LKR 76,200
- Micahguru fee
- $179
- State fee
- $50
- Most popular
Wyoming
$279
about LKR 92,800
- Micahguru fee
- $179
- State fee
- $100
Florida
$304
about LKR 101,000
- Micahguru fee
- $179
- State fee
- $125
Delaware
$339
about LKR 113,000
- Micahguru fee
- $179
- State fee
- $160
Texas
$479
about LKR 159,000
- Micahguru fee
- $179
- State fee
- $300
Prices are charged in US dollars. Amounts in Sri Lankan rupee are an estimate at the dollar rate of 14 November 2026 (1 USD = LKR 333), rounded. What you pay in Sri Lankan rupee depends on the rate on the day you pay.
US LLC from Sri Lanka: questions
Guides for Sri Lankan founders
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Start your US company from Sri Lanka from $229
Fully online, EIN included, and a team on WhatsApp to help you through every step.