Everything founders from Mexico need to form a US C-Corp: banking, taxes, visa options, state recommendations, and step-by-step roadmap.
US-Mexico tax treaty reduces withholding on dividends to 10% (5% with 10%+ ownership)
Mercury works well. Texas-based banks (Frost Bank, Cullen/Frost) experienced with Mexico-US structures. Citibanamex has US operations.
Key factors specific to founders from Mexico.
US-Mexico USMCA provides TN visa for professional workers
Strong LatAm tech ecosystem — particularly Monterrey and Mexico City
Mexican SAT may have CFC-like reporting for US entity income
Texas formation popular due to proximity and cultural familiarity
The Startup Capital of the World. Delaware is the gold standard for C-Corps seeking investment.
See Delaware C-Corp Guide →Available to Mexico nationals. Consult an immigration attorney for eligibility.
Available to Mexico nationals. Consult an immigration attorney for eligibility.
Available to Mexico nationals. Consult an immigration attorney for eligibility.
Choose your state (Delaware 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 Mexico founders)
Set up payment processing (Stripe, PayPal)
Understand your Mexico-US tax obligations