Can I Start an LLC in Wyoming If I Don’t Live There?
Yes, you can start an LLC in Wyoming if you don’t live there. Wyoming allows non-residents to form and own LLCs. You will need a registered agent with a physical address in Wyoming to handle official correspondence and legal documents for your LLC.
Many formation services aren’t even located in Wyoming. They have one address that they use to register thousands of companies. When your business shares a cheap address with this many companies, it’s only a matter of time before you start sharing the address with scammers. This can lead to your bank accounts getting flagged.
To have an LLC formed in Wyoming by a licensed and local attorney, choose Start in Wyoming. We provide LLC formation, registered agent, legal consultation, attorney-client privilege, done-for-you EIN filing, and a real, physical office address with a lease agreement and optional utility bill. It’s everything you need to become a legally sound and professional U.S. company with a bank account.
What are the Requirements to Start an LLC in Wyoming?
Starting an LLC in Wyoming is the same, irrespective of where you’re from. The requirements for non-residents are the same for Wyoming residents.
1. Unique Business Name
Select a unique business name and verify its availability by doing a Wyoming LLC lookup through the Wyoming Secretary of State’s business search database.
2. Wyoming Registered Agent
As a non-resident forming a Wyoming LLC, you must appoint a registered agent with a physical address in the state. The registered agent’s address can’t be a P.O. box.
This agent will receive official documents and legal notices on your behalf and be at the address during regular business hours.
3. File the Articles of Organization
You’ll need to submit Articles of Organization to the Wyoming Secretary of State and pay the required filing fee of $100, plus a $3.75 online processing fee.
Do I Need A Wyoming Address?
Your registered agent needs a Wyoming address, but your limited liability company doesn’t. However, we recommend businesses have a Wyoming address to make opening a business bank account easier.
Banking providers are increasingly requesting utility bills that match your business’s principal address for verification. If you’ve set up your Wyoming LLC using a registered agent address, then it’s very unlikely a registered agent will be able to provide a utility bill.
We provide customers with a separate Wyoming address and a corresponding utility bill to avoid banking complications. This is the best and safest way to start an LLC in Wyoming if you don’t live there.
If you already have an LLC from another state, it’s possible to transfer it to Wyoming. However, we recommend choosing Wyoming from the start, where possible.
What if I’m Not a U.S. Citizen?
Non-residents can form an LLC in Wyoming in the same way as Wyoming locals. The only difference for a non-U.S. resident comes after formation when applying for an EIN.
An Employer Identification Number is required for filing taxes, opening a bank account, and hiring employees. If you have an SSN, you can apply through the IRS online portal. Non-U.S. residents won’t have an SSN, so they will need to complete Form SS-4 and mail or fax it to the IRS to receive an EIN.
Be aware that mailing or faxing for an EIN can take 15 business days. For this reason, we recommend you file for an EIN upon forming your LLC.
Why Non-Residents Should Register a Wyoming LLC
Wyoming has become a favorite destination for non-residents to establish LLCs, particularly for online businesses. Key advantages include:
- Privacy with Anonymous LLCs
Wyoming safeguards business owners’ privacy by not publishing personal details on public records. Using a registered agent ensures your information remains confidential. - No State Income Tax
There’s no state income tax, which minimizes paperwork and maximizes profit. - Asset Protection
Wyoming offers some of the strongest liability protections in the U.S., shielding personal assets from business obligations—even for single-member LLCs. - Affordable Fees and Easy Setup
Forming an LLC costs just $100, with a $60 annual fee. These low costs and straightforward LLC requirements simplify LLC management. - Flexible Ownership Options
Wyoming gives single-member and multi-member high levels of protection and offers different membership structures depending on how you want your company to be set up. - Simple Annual Filing
A single, straightforward online report is all that’s needed each year, keeping administrative tasks minimal.
Have an Attorney Form an LLC in Wyoming (Even if you don’t live there)
Start in Wyoming forms Wyoming LLCs for entrepreneurs all over the world. They choose us thanks to the added security of an attorney starting and maintaining their LLC.
We’re here when you’re ready to get an LLC formed in Wyoming by a local attorney. It also includes a registered agent service, attorney-client privileges, a 1-hour legal consultation, a done-for-you EIN, and a U.S. office address.
Still have questions? Contact our team and we’d be happy to help.