Everything founders from India need to form a US S-Corp: banking, taxes, visa options, state recommendations, and step-by-step roadmap.
US-India tax treaty in force — reduces withholding to 15% on dividends, 10-15% on royalties
Mercury is #1 for Indian founders. Brex also works. Chase sometimes requires US visit for new accounts.
Key factors specific to founders from India.
DTAA (Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement) between US and India in force
H-1B holders must be careful about active business ownership — consult immigration attorney
Indian RBI regulations may restrict outward remittances above $250,000/year
GIFT City (Gujarat) has special provisions for US-registered entities
Maximum Privacy + Zero Tax. Wyoming offers maximum privacy and zero tax for international founders.
See Wyoming S-Corp Guide →Available to India nationals. Consult an immigration attorney for eligibility.
Available to India nationals. Consult an immigration attorney for eligibility.
Available to India nationals. Consult an immigration attorney for eligibility.
Available to India nationals. Consult an immigration attorney for eligibility.
Choose your state (Wyoming recommended)
Hire a registered agent in your chosen state
File your formation documents remotely
Get your EIN from the IRS (Form SS-4 — takes 1–4 weeks for foreign applicants)
Draft your Operating Agreement or Bylaws
Open a US business bank account (Mercury or Relay recommended for India founders)
Set up payment processing (Stripe, PayPal)
Understand your India-US tax obligations