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Non-resident company formation · since 2020

Company Registration in the USA, UAE, UK, Singapore & 50+ Countries

Register a company in the USA, UK, UAE, Singapore or 60+ other jurisdictions, then let our CPAs and IRS Enrolled Agents handle the tax IDs, banking, accounting and annual compliance, all remotely.

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US packages from USD 299 plus state fees, in all 50 states. A written quote before any payment, everywhere else.

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Who does the work

Credentialed professionals, not a filing mill

Every company registration is handled in-house by qualified people, never resold to a third party you will not meet.

CPA
US-Credentialed CPAs
Prepare and review US books, financial statements and corporate returns.
EA
IRS Enrolled Agents
Federally licensed to represent clients directly before the IRS.
CAA
Certified Acceptance Agents
IRS-authorised to certify ITIN documents, so your passport stays with you.
CA
Chartered Accountants
Cross-border bookkeeping, reporting and group reconciliations.
Who we serve

Global company registration for founders from every country

Non-resident ownership is not an edge case here. It is the only kind of client we have, which is why the awkward parts are routine.

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Global Entrepreneurs

Founders from any country who want a legal entity in a business-friendly jurisdiction, with the banking and tax set-up to actually trade from it.

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Digital Nomads & Freelancers

Location-independent professionals who need a proper structure to invoice clients, open a business account and keep their tax position clean.

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Startups Seeking Funding

Early-stage companies that need a Delaware C-Corp, a Cayman structure or a Singapore holding company that will stand up to investor diligence.

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SMEs Going International

Established businesses entering new markets that need a local entity, a registered address, compliance filings and a foreign bank account.

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Asset Protection Seekers

Owners and investors considering BVI, Cayman, Seychelles or Mauritius structures, with the substance and reporting obligations explained before anything is built.

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E-commerce & SaaS Founders

Online businesses that need a jurisdiction with strong payment-processor access and tax registrations in the places they actually sell.

50+ countries · all 50 US states

Company registration in 50+ countries, we know every jurisdiction

Tax treatment, director residency rules, substance requirements and what a bank will accept differ in every one. Search for your country, free zone or US state, or browse by region.

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🇺🇸USA

Company registration in the USA for non-residents: LLC formation and C-Corporations in all 50 states, with registered agent service available in every state. Packages from USD 299 plus state fees.

Forming in another state?We register companies in all 50 states. Compare them on our USA hub.
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At a glance

Compare company registration in popular countries

The questions non-residents ask first, side by side. Each one has conditions, which is why every engagement starts with advice and a written quote.

Country Local director Typical registration time Headline corporate tax Annual audit Our pricing
🇺🇸USA (LLC) Not required Same day to a few weeks, by state Pass-through LLC; 21% federal for C-Corps Not required From USD 299 + state fees
🇬🇧United Kingdom Not required Usually within 24 hours 19% to 25% corporation tax Small companies usually exempt Written quote
🇦🇪UAE Free Zone Not required A few days to a few weeks 9% above AED 375,000; 0% on qualifying income Required in many free zones Written quote
🇸🇬Singapore Yes, one resident Usually 1 to 3 days 17% headline, with exemptions Small companies usually exempt Written quote
🇭🇰Hong Kong Not required Usually within a week 8.25% / 16.5% on HK-sourced profit Required every year Written quote
🇪🇪Estonia Not required Often 1 to 2 days with e-Residency Mainly on distributed profit Only above size thresholds Written quote

Headline figures for orientation, current for 2026. Rates and rules carry conditions and exceptions; your advice and written quote cover your specific company registration.

What we do

Company registration & business setup services, end to end, not just paperwork

Company formation is only the start. The company also needs a tax number, a bank, books that balance and filings every year it exists.

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Simple process

How our company registration process works: 5 simple steps

Starting takes minutes. Registration typically takes two to ten business days once your documents are complete, depending on the country.

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Free Consultation

Tell us your goals, business model and nationality. We recommend the jurisdiction and entity type that fit, or you can start straight away in the portal.

Free, no obligation
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Jurisdiction Strategy

A clear comparison of your options: pros, cons, costs and tax implications, followed by a written quote before any payment.

Written quote
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Document Preparation

We collect your documents, prepare a power of attorney where needed, and arrange notarisation and apostille.

Apostille if needed
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Incorporation & Banking

We file the company registration and obtain your tax IDs, while the bank application runs in parallel.

2–10 business days
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Launch & Ongoing Support

Company documents in your portal, bank details in hand, and every compliance deadline tracked from then on.

Portal & app
Our difference

Why choose CompanyVista for your company registration?

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We Future-Proof, Not Just Register

Tax efficiency, banking access, compliance and exit strategy planned from day one. And if a jurisdiction does not suit your business, we tell you before you pay, not after.

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Real People, Real Credentials

Offices in the USA and India, and a team of US-credentialed CPAs, IRS Enrolled Agents, Certified Acceptance Agents and Chartered Accountants doing the work in-house.

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No Link-Dumping, Actual Assistance

Some providers send you a bank's sign-up link and wish you luck. We prepare the application, package the documents and stay with you through to a decision.

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Long-Term Partner, Not a Transaction

Renewals, annual filings, accounting, tax planning, expansion into new countries and, when the time comes, a clean wind-down. One provider for the life of the company.

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Specialists in Cross-Border Complexity

Non-resident banking, nominee directors, offshore-onshore structuring, FEMA compliance for Indian founders and profit repatriation are routine work here, not edge cases.

Transparent pricing

Company registration pricing, published where we can

Government fees differ by state and country, and requirements differ by business. Where a real number exists, we publish it.

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USD299 United States
From USD 299plus the state filing fee

For US company registration, the state fee varies by state and is shown separately, never folded into one headline figure. Optional add-ons are chosen by you and priced individually.

  • Every cost itemised before you pay
  • Add-ons you select, not bundled in
  • Registered agent available in all 50 states
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UK, UAE, Canada & 60+ more
Written quotebefore any payment

Published pricing for the UK, UAE free zones and Canada is on our pricing page. Every other jurisdiction is quoted in writing for your specific structure.

  • Scope, government fees and our fee shown separately
  • Recurring annual costs stated up front
  • No payment requested before the quote
Client portal & mobile app

Manage every company from your phone

No waiting on email to get started or to find out where something stands. Everything we file for you is visible, and so is everything coming due.

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    Start a company registration yourself Begin in minutes, with an advisor on hand if you need one.
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    Every document in one place Formation papers, EIN letters, filed returns and certificates.
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    Deadlines before they bite Annual reports, Form 5472, franchise tax and renewals, with reminders.
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    Invoices and payments See what is due, pay from the app, keep every receipt.
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Client stories

Founders around the world trust CompanyVista

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They made registering my US LLC completely seamless — from picking the right state to handling all the paperwork. What stood out was how personally invested the team was in making it work.
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Pradeep RanjanCEO, Prosteel Engineer LLC — USA
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We've used CompanyVista for three international setups — USA, UAE, and Singapore. Their expertise in cross-border compliance saved us countless hours and potential legal headaches.
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Sharanya SinghDirector, Amity Tech Solution LLC
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Unlike other providers who outsource everything, CompanyVista handles all work in-house. That attention to detail — from EIN to bank account — made a huge difference for my business.
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Badal ManujFounder, Bydek — USA LLC
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About CompanyVista

About CompanyVista, global company registration experts

CompanyVista provides company registration, accounting and compliance services for non-resident founders in more than 50 countries. We handle US company registration and LLC formation in any state, and register companies in the United Kingdom, UAE free zones such as RAKEZ and IFZA, Singapore, Canada, Hong Kong and beyond, choosing the jurisdiction around the business rather than the cheapest filing fee.

After company formation we obtain EINs, ITINs and VAT numbers, act as registered agent in all 50 US states, prepare business bank account applications, keep the books, and file the annual compliance obligations foreign-owned companies most often miss, from Form 5472 to state annual reports and VAT returns.

Company Vista Inc is a document filing, taxation and accounting firm established in 2020, with offices in the USA and India. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice.

FAQ

Company registration FAQs for non-residents

Can a non-resident register a company in another country?
In most countries, yes. Company registration for non-residents is routine in the USA, UK, Hong Kong, the UAE free zones, Estonia and many others, with no requirement to live there. Some countries do require a locally resident director, including Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, India and Switzerland, and Ireland requires an EEA-resident director or a bond. Where a resident director is mandatory, we can arrange a nominee director under a written agreement.
How much does company registration cost?
Our US company registration packages start from USD 299 plus the state filing fee, which varies by state. Optional add-ons such as an ITIN, a virtual address or bookkeeping are priced separately, so you only pay for what you select. Published pricing is also available for the UK, UAE free zones and Canada. Every other jurisdiction is quoted in writing, and you always receive a written quote before any payment.
How long does company registration take?
It depends on the country. A UK company is usually registered within 24 hours of filing. US states range from same-day to a few weeks. Singapore typically takes one to three days once documents are ready, UAE free zones from a few days to a few weeks, and Germany several weeks because of notarisation and the share capital deposit. Starting the process in our portal takes a few minutes.
Do I need to travel to register my company?
Usually not. Company registration in the US, UK, Hong Kong, Singapore and most UAE free zones can be completed remotely. Estonia requires you to collect an e-Residency card once, at an embassy or pickup point. Travel is more often needed for banking, a residence visa or a notary in certain countries, and we tell you upfront if your chosen jurisdiction needs it.
What documents do I need to register a company abroad?
For most company registration you need a passport copy, a recent proof of residential address such as a utility bill or bank statement, your proposed company name, a description of the business activity, and the details of every shareholder and director. Some countries require these to be notarised or apostilled. We send a checklist specific to your jurisdiction before anything is filed.
Which country should I register my company in?
It depends on where your customers and contracts are, whether you will hire, what banks and investors expect, and how you intend to be taxed. The cheapest place to file is frequently the wrong one. Delaware, for example, is the standard for venture funding but adds franchise tax and a second state registration if you operate elsewhere. Our advisor can help you choose before company registration, and before you pay anything.
Can a non-resident register a company in the USA?
Yes. No US state requires an owner, member or director to be a US citizen or resident, and you do not need a visa, a US address or a Social Security Number. Every state requires a registered agent with a physical address in the state of formation. We act as registered agent in all 50 states and complete US company registration entirely remotely.
Should I form an LLC or a C-Corporation in the USA?
An LLC suits most bootstrapped and service businesses: it is simpler to run, and a single-member LLC owned by a non-resident is treated as a disregarded entity for US tax, with an annual Form 5472 filing. A C-Corporation, usually in Delaware, is what most venture investors require. It pays 21% federal corporate tax and can issue stock options. The right choice depends on your funding plans and where the business is run from.
What is Form 5472 and who has to file it?
Form 5472 is an IRS information return that every foreign-owned single-member US LLC must file each year with a pro-forma Form 1120, even with no income or activity. The penalty for not filing is USD 25,000 per form. It is one of the most commonly missed obligations for non-resident owners, and we track and file it as part of annual compliance.
Can I get an EIN without a Social Security Number?
Yes. Non-resident owners can obtain an Employer Identification Number from the IRS without an SSN by filing Form SS-4. The EIN is needed to open a US bank account, work with payment processors and file tax returns. We prepare and submit the application for you.
Can a non-resident register a UK company?
Yes. There is no residency requirement for UK directors or shareholders, and UK company registration is usually completed within 24 hours. The company needs a UK registered office address, and directors and people with significant control must verify their identity with Companies House. After registration the company files annual accounts, a confirmation statement and a corporation tax return.
Is Estonia really 0% corporate tax?
Not exactly. Estonia taxes companies mainly when profit is distributed, so profit that stays in the company is generally not taxed while it is retained. Once dividends are paid, corporate income tax applies. It is a deferral, not an exemption, and your personal tax position in your home country still matters.
Do UAE free zone companies pay corporate tax?
UAE corporate tax of 9% applies to taxable income above AED 375,000. A free zone company that meets the conditions to be a Qualifying Free Zone Person can pay 0% on qualifying income, but it must still register for corporate tax and file returns. Whether your income qualifies depends on your activities and customers.
What is the difference between a UAE free zone and mainland company?
A free zone company offers 100% foreign ownership and simple set-up, but trades mainly within its free zone and outside the UAE. Selling directly to the UAE mainland market usually needs a mainland licence or a distributor. A mainland company can trade anywhere in the UAE, and most activities now allow full foreign ownership.
Can a foreigner register a company in Singapore?
Yes. Singapore company registration allows 100% foreign ownership, but Singapore requires at least one director who is ordinarily resident there, such as a citizen, permanent resident or EntrePass holder, so most non-residents use a nominee director, which we can arrange. A company secretary must be appointed within six months. The headline corporate tax rate is 17%, with partial exemptions for smaller profits.
Singapore or Hong Kong: which is better for a non-resident?
Hong Kong has no local director requirement and taxes only Hong Kong-sourced profit, at 8.25% on the first HKD 2 million and 16.5% above that, but every company must be audited each year. Singapore requires a resident director and taxes at a 17% headline rate with exemptions, while small companies are usually exempt from audit. The better choice depends on where your customers are and how you plan to bank.
Can I open a business bank account as a non-resident?
In most jurisdictions, yes. Several banking platforms onboard non-resident owners remotely once the company exists and has its tax ID. We prepare the application and the ownership documentation banks ask for, and stay with it through to a decision. That decision is the bank's, so we tell you which route fits your profile rather than promising an outcome.
Will I pay tax where my company is registered or where I live?
Possibly both, which is why it needs planning. A company is generally taxed where it is registered and also where it is effectively managed and where its profits arise. Your home country may also tax you on the company's profits or dividends under its own residency and controlled-company rules. Our accountants map this out before you register.
What happens if I miss an annual filing?
Penalties vary by country and can be severe. In the US, a missed Form 5472 carries a USD 25,000 penalty, and states can revoke a company's good standing. In the UK, late accounts trigger automatic penalties that rise the later they are filed, and companies that keep missing filings can be struck off. We track every deadline and show it in your portal before it falls due.
Is CompanyVista a law firm?
No. Company Vista Inc is a document filing, taxation and accounting firm. We do not provide legal advice or act as attorneys, and where a matter needs a lawyer we say so. Our team holds accounting and tax credentials: US-credentialed CPAs, IRS Enrolled Agents, IRS Certified Acceptance Agents and Chartered Accountants.

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