Florida LLC Formation
Florida is one of the top choices for Latin American entrepreneurs starting out in the United States, thanks to its ties to the region, its large Hispanic community and its busy commercial scene.
Why foreign entrepreneurs choose Florida
A Florida LLC is a US company that works best when your business will have a real presence in the state: an office, a store, employees, a sales branch or real estate. Miami and other Florida cities act as a bridge between the US and Latin America, and many companies from the region use them as a base to serve both markets in English and Spanish.
It's also a common choice for foreign buyers who prefer to own Florida property through a company. As a US business, the LLC will have state and federal obligations, so we coordinate with accountants and, when needed, Florida attorneys to make sure the structure is solid from the start.
Typically a good fit for
- 01Latin American companies opening an office or operation in Florida.
- 02Foreign investors buying real estate in the state.
- 03Trading and import businesses based in Miami.
- 04Entrepreneurs serving the Hispanic community in the US.
How we set up your company
In Florida we start from how the business will actually operate in the state, whether it will have an office, employees or property, and draft the LLC operating agreement around that.
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Initial consultation
We talk through your business, your partners and what you want the new company to achieve.
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Review and due diligence
We review the documents of the shareholders and beneficial owners and confirm the project is a good fit for the jurisdiction.
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Incorporation
We prepare the formation documents and coordinate the filing with the local registered agent.
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Handover and launch
You receive your corporate documents, and we guide you through the first steps to put it into operation.
What's included
We coordinate with a Florida registered agent and with US accountants for your tax ID number and any required filings.
Formation
Name clearance, preparation of the Certificate of Formation and filing with the state.
LLC documents
Operating Agreement, initial resolutions and identification of the members and, where applicable, the managers.
Registered agent
Registered agent and registered office through our correspondents in the state.
Annual maintenance
Renewals, periodic state reports and LLC updates handled on your behalf.
Ongoing counsel
Support with the LLC's decisions: admitting or withdrawing members, changing managers and amending the Operating Agreement.
Compliance and transparency
Every company we form goes through know-your-customer (KYC) due diligence: we identify the members, managers and beneficial owners, and review the source of funds and the purpose of the structure. We only work on legitimate business and investment projects, and we follow US state and federal rules, including beneficial ownership reporting obligations where they apply.
A Florida LLC is subject to US state and federal law, including the state annual report and any applicable beneficial ownership reporting obligations.
Frequently asked questions
Is a Florida LLC an offshore company?
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No. It's a US company governed by state and federal law, and the usual tool for doing real business in the state.
Should I buy Florida property through an LLC?
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It often helps with organization and ring-fencing risk, but it's worth reviewing with your tax adviser in your home country. We help you weigh the option.
Can I own a Florida LLC without living in the US?
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Yes. Foreigners can be members and managers of the LLC. You'll need a Florida registered agent, which we arrange.
Does an LLC give me a US visa?
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Not on its own. Forming a company doesn't grant immigration status. If you have immigration plans, we recommend speaking with a US immigration attorney.
What needs to be done each year?
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File the state annual report, keep the registered agent and meet any tax filings. We keep track of the maintenance for you.
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