Launch Your U.S. Business Without the Legal Headaches
We help Shopify sellers and e-commerce founders outside the U.S. form an LLC, get an EIN, open a real U.S. business bank account, and connect Stripe or PayPal — correctly, the first time.
- 500+
- Entities formed
- 18
- Countries served
- 10 days
- Average setup
Built for the tools e-commerce founders already use
- Shopify
- Stripe
- Mercury
- Wise
- PayPal
- IRS Filings
Most sellers don't fail at selling. They fail at the setup.
Here's what usually goes wrong — and exactly how we handle it for you.
Your bank application gets rejected because you're not a U.S. resident.
We prepare your file the way U.S. banks expect it and route you to institutions that actually approve foreign founders.
You don't know which state to form in, or what an operating agreement needs.
We recommend the right state for your model and file the entity with a compliant operating agreement included.
Stripe or PayPal freezes payouts because your entity details don't match.
We align your LLC, EIN, address, and bank details before you connect processors, so payouts stay open.
You're afraid of doing it wrong and owing taxes or penalties later.
We map your annual obligations (5472, 1120, state reports) and keep you filing on time each year.
Everything your U.S. company needs, in one engagement
No scattered providers, no guesswork. One team from formation to your first payout — and every year after.
LLC Formation
State selection, name check, filing, registered agent, and a compliant operating agreement for your store.
EIN Application
Your federal tax ID obtained directly with the IRS — no SSN or U.S. residency required.
Business Bank Account
Guided applications with banks that work with non-resident founders, plus multi-currency options.
Payment Processing Setup
Stripe, PayPal, and Shopify Payments connected to your LLC and bank so payouts land without holds.
Annual Tax Compliance
Form 5472 and 1120, state annual reports, and bookkeeping guidance handled on schedule.
Ongoing Advisory
A dedicated advisor for structure changes, new entities, contracts, and scaling questions.
From first call to first payout in about 10 days
A defined path with a single point of contact. You always know what stage you're in and what happens next.
Start With Step 1- 01
Free Consultation
A 30-minute call to review your store, markets, and payout needs. You leave with a clear plan.
- 02
Documentation
You send passport and basic details through a secure checklist. We prepare every filing.
- 03
LLC Formation
We file with the state, appoint your registered agent, and deliver your operating agreement.
- 04
Bank Account & EIN
EIN secured with the IRS and your U.S. business account opened with a founder-friendly bank.
- 05
Ready to Sell
Stripe, PayPal, and Shopify Payments connected — plus your compliance calendar for year one.
Flat-fee packages, no surprises
Choose the scope you need today. You can upgrade at any point as your store grows.
Basic
First-time sellers validating a store.
- LLC formation
- Registered agent (1 yr)
- EIN application
- Operating agreement
Standard
Most chosenSellers ready to take payments now.
- Everything in Basic
- Bank account setup guidance
- Stripe & PayPal setup
- Shopify Payments review
Premium
Scaling brands that want it handled.
- Everything in Standard
- Year-one tax filings (5472 + 1120)
- Bookkeeping setup
- Dedicated advisor & quarterly reviews
| Compare packages | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| LLC formation & state filing | |||
| Registered agent (first year) | |||
| EIN application with the IRS | |||
| Operating agreement | |||
| U.S. bank account setup | |||
| Stripe & PayPal configuration | |||
| Shopify Payments review | |||
| Form 5472 + 1120 (year one) | |||
| Bookkeeping setup | |||
| Dedicated advisor | Email + calls | Quarterly reviews | |
| Setup time | 10–14 days | 10–14 days | 7–10 days |
Founders who now sell in the U.S. with confidence
Two banks had already rejected me. Westlake rebuilt my file, and my account was approved in under a week. Stripe followed right after.
I had no idea Form 5472 even existed. They set up the LLC and now handle every filing, so I just focus on ads and fulfillment.
Clear pricing, clear steps, and someone who actually answered my messages. My U.S. company was live in nine days.
Answers before you commit
Still unsure about something specific to your store? Bring it to the free consultation.
Let's map your U.S. setup in 30 minutes
Tell us about your store and where you sell. We'll come back with the right state, the right bank, and a fixed quote — no obligation.
- info@westlakestrategic.com
- +1 (251) 207-9882
- 25 SE 2nd Ave, Ste 414, Miami, FL 33131