Start your Wyoming LLC today.
Form your Wyoming LLC in 3–7 days. Get the gold standard in privacy and asset protection, zero state taxes, and 100% remote setup for non-US residents.
Why choose Wyoming?
Wyoming invented the LLC in 1977 and remains the gold standard for non-resident founders today. It offers an unparalleled mix of privacy, low costs, and strong asset protection.
Unlike Delaware, which charges a minimum $300 annual franchise tax, Wyoming’s ongoing compliance is a flat $99 annual report fee.
Wyoming Fast Facts
Processing Time
3–7 Business days
State Tax Profile
0% state income tax. Federal obligations (e.g., Form 1120/5472) still apply for non-residents.
Ongoing Maintenance
$99/yr registered agent + $99/yr state annual report.
Ideal For:
- •E-commerce founders wanting strict privacy.
- •Consultants needing strong liability protection.
- •International founders seeking a prestigious, low-cost US entity.
A Closer Look at Wyoming
Understanding the statutory benefits of forming your company in Wyoming.
Unmatched Privacy for Founders
Wyoming is famous for being one of the few states that does not require the names of LLC members or managers to be listed on the public registry. When you file your Articles of Organization, only your Registered Agent's information becomes public.
This level of anonymity is crucial for digital entrepreneurs who wish to keep their business ownership private from data scrapers, marketers, and competitors. Your personal address and identity remain off the public internet, providing peace of mind.
Zero State Income Tax
For non-US residents, the tax implications of forming a US company are often the biggest concern. Wyoming has absolutely no state corporate income tax and no state personal income tax.
While you will still need to file federal informational returns with the IRS (such as Form 1120 and Form 5472), you completely bypass the complex state-level tax filings required in states like California or New York. If you have no US Effectively Connected Income (ECI), your federal tax liability may also be 0%.
Superior Asset Protection
Wyoming's LLC statutes were specifically designed to protect business owners. The state offers unparalleled 'charging order' protection. This means that if a member of the LLC is sued personally, the creditor cannot seize the assets inside the LLC or force the LLC to be liquidated.
This statutory protection applies even to single-member LLCs, an area where many other states fall short. For holding high-value digital assets, intellectual property, or significant cash reserves, Wyoming's legal framework provides a fortress-like structure.
Everything you need to launch globally.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do non-residents choose Wyoming over Delaware?
Wyoming is significantly cheaper to maintain ($99 annual fee vs Delaware's $300+ franchise tax) and offers stronger privacy protections, as member names are not listed on the public registry. Delaware is built for companies raising VC money, whereas Wyoming is built for bootstrapped profitability and privacy.
Do I have to pay taxes in Wyoming?
No. Wyoming has no state corporate income tax and no personal income tax. As a non-resident alien, if you have no US effectively connected income (ECI) — such as no US warehouse, employees, or physical operations — you typically owe no US federal income tax either, though you must still file informational returns like Form 1120 and 5472.
Is my name public on the Wyoming state registry?
No. Wyoming is one of the few states that does not require you to list the names of the LLC members (owners) or managers on the public Articles of Organization. Only your Registered Agent is listed publicly.