Updated: Apr 13, 2019
Obtain a VALID identification from the owner of the company (example: passport) Note: no american visa is required
Obtain a physical address in the USA (can be from a relative or a friend)
Choose a name for your company (it can be your first and last name or a fictitious name)
Verify if the name is available with the state of Florida at Sunbiz.org
Choose what type of company you want to open (LLC, S-Corp., C-Corp, LLP, etc.) Note: the most common type of company is a Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Prepare and register articles of organization with the state of Florida
Obtain approval of the articles of organization from the State of Florida. Note: approval takes approximately 10 business days
Obtain federal tax identification number (EIN) from the US federal tax office (IRS.gov)
Open a bank account in a bank in the USA
Determine if the purpose of the bank account is for commercial or personal use. Note: Check with a CPA to determine the proper use
Sign documents electronically
Obtain a copy of the following documents: articles of organization, federal tax identification number (EIN) and bank account proof