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๐Ÿ›๏ธ USA Market Entry

Launch Your US Business โ€”
Without Getting Lost in the Paperwork

From Delaware C-Corp to your first US customer. We guide Indian companies through every legal, financial, and strategic step of building a credible American presence.

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$190B+
India-US bilateral trade (2023)
68%
Fortune 500 incorporated in Delaware
4.4M
Indian-Americans: US's most educated immigrant group
4โ€“8 wks
Typical US setup timeline with our guidance
The Opportunity

Why the US Market Is Worth the Complexity

The United States is the world's largest consumer economy at $27 trillion GDP. For Indian B2B SaaS, services, and manufacturing companies, a US legal entity is often the difference between closing enterprise deals and losing them.

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Higher Revenue Per Contract

US enterprise customers pay 3โ€“8x more than Indian counterparts for equivalent software and services. A Delaware C-Corp signals credibility, unlocks procurement systems, and allows you to compete for mid-market and enterprise contracts that would otherwise never open to a foreign vendor.

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Access to US Capital

Most US venture capital firms require a Delaware C-Corp before they can invest. YCombinator, Sequoia, Andreessen Horowitz โ€” all require US entities. A properly structured company with standard SAFE notes or preferred stock agreements is investable on day one.

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Global Brand Legitimacy

A US address, US phone number, and US business entity transforms how prospects worldwide perceive you. It also enables faster payment through US banking, eliminates international wire friction, and reduces foreign vendor compliance risk for large buyers.

What's Included

Everything to Build a Solid US Foundation

Our USA Market Entry package covers the full lifecycle from zero to operational. No stone left unturned โ€” entity, taxes, banking, compliance, and your first customers.

Entity Formation โ€” Delaware C-Corp or LLC based on your funding and tax strategy
EIN Registration โ€” Employer Identification Number with the IRS (no SSN required)
Registered Agent Setup โ€” Legal US address and compliance mail handling
Business Banking Introductions โ€” Mercury, Relay, or Brex for foreign-owned startups
State Compliance โ€” Foreign qualification if operating outside Delaware
Sales Tax Nexus Analysis โ€” Know where you owe tax before you sell
Operating Agreement / Bylaws โ€” Founder-ready governance documents
Accounting Setup โ€” QuickBooks or Xero configuration, bookkeeper referral
Go-to-Market Strategy โ€” ICP definition, US channel analysis, first 10 customers plan
Investor Readiness Review โ€” US-standard pitch deck and cap table structure review
C-Corp vs LLC โ€” Quick Guide

Which Entity Is Right for You?

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Delaware C-Corporation

Best for: VC-backed startups, companies planning to go public, SaaS, any business seeking US institutional investors.

Standard for YC, Sequoia, all major VCs
Issues preferred stock and SAFEs
83(b) election for founder stock vesting
21% flat corporate tax rate
๐Ÿ“‹ Limited Liability Company (LLC)

Best for: services firms, consulting, agencies, import/export, businesses owned by Indian residents (non-US persons).

Pass-through taxation (avoid double tax)
Simpler compliance than C-Corp
Flexible profit distribution
Cannot accept standard VC investment
The Process

From Idea to Operational US Entity in 6 Steps

A structured, proven 4โ€“8 week roadmap from initial strategy to active business operations.

Step 1 ยท Week 1
Strategy Session

We assess your product, target market, funding goals, and ownership structure to recommend the right entity type, jurisdiction (Delaware, Wyoming, or other), and operational setup.

Step 2 ยท Weeks 1โ€“2
Entity Formation

Delaware C-Corp or LLC filed with the Secretary of State. Articles of Incorporation or Organization drafted, registered agent engaged, and operating agreement or bylaws completed.

Step 3 ยท Weeks 2โ€“3
Tax & Compliance Foundation

EIN obtained from the IRS via SS-4 form (no US address or SSN required for foreign owners). State tax registrations where required. Initial accounting and payroll setup.

Step 4 ยท Weeks 3โ€“5
Banking & Finance

Business bank account opened with Mercury (digital-first, friendly to foreign-owned startups), Relay, or Brex. Payment processor setup (Stripe), accounting software configured.

Step 5 ยท Weeks 4โ€“6
Operational Compliance

Foreign qualification in states where you'll hire or operate, sales tax nexus analysis, business license review, and data privacy (CCPA) baseline assessment if you handle consumer data.

Step 6 ยท Weeks 5โ€“8
Go-to-Market Launch

Ideal Customer Profile for the US market, pricing benchmarking vs US competitors, sales channel strategy (direct, channel partner, PLG), and first 10 customer outreach plan.

Who It's For

Built for Indian Companies Ready to Scale

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Indian B2B SaaS Startups

You've built product-market fit in India and Southeast Asia. US enterprise contracts are 5โ€“10x bigger. You need a US entity to get into procurement, close deals, and raise your Series A.

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Manufacturing & Export Companies

Indian manufacturers in pharma, textiles, auto components, or agri-products who want a US subsidiary to manage US customer relationships, warehousing, and direct distribution.

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IT Services & Consulting Firms

Indian IT companies tired of selling at Indian rates to US clients. A Delaware LLC and US legal presence means you can bill in USD, hire US sales staff, and compete with Cognizant for mid-market contracts.

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Founders Relocating to the US

Indian entrepreneurs moving to the US on an O-1, L-1, or EB-1 visa who need the company infrastructure ready before they arrive โ€” bank account, entity, EIN, and initial customers lined up.

Watch Out For

The 5 Most Common Mistakes Indian Companies Make

โŒ Forming an S-Corp

S-Corporations cannot have non-US-resident shareholders. Indian founders who form an S-Corp lose their tax benefits and must restructure โ€” expensively.

โŒ Missing State Tax Nexus

Selling to California customers from a Delaware entity triggers California franchise tax. Each state has different nexus thresholds. Unpaid back taxes can exceed $50K.

โŒ No FEMA Reporting Back in India

Indian residents who own a foreign entity (ODI โ€” Overseas Direct Investment) must file with the RBI annually. Missing this is a FEMA violation with significant penalties.

โŒ Wrong Intercompany Agreement

Indian parent + US subsidiary needs a proper transfer pricing agreement. Without it, payments between entities can be treated as dividends and taxed in both countries.

โŒ Banking Without Documentation

US banks reject foreign-owned startups without proper documentation: Articles of Incorporation, EIN letter, and proof of beneficial ownership per FinCEN BOI rules (2024).

Pricing

Transparent Engagement Models

Foundation Package
From $2,500

Entity formation, EIN, registered agent (1 year), operating agreement/bylaws, banking introductions.

Timeline: 2โ€“3 weeks
Full Launch Package MOST POPULAR
From $5,500

Everything in Foundation + state compliance, sales tax analysis, US go-to-market strategy, 3 months of advisory support.

Timeline: 4โ€“8 weeks
Advisory Retainer
$1,200/mo

Ongoing US strategic advisory โ€” compliance calendar, investor prep, market expansion, hiring guidance. Cancel anytime.

Min 3-month commitment
FAQ

Common Questions About US Entity Setup

Do I need to physically be in the US to form a Delaware company? +
No. Delaware companies can be formed entirely online and remotely. You'll need a registered agent (we set this up), and the EIN can be obtained by a foreign person via SS-4 fax/mail without a Social Security Number. Many Indian founders never visit the US until after their company is fully operational.
Can I open a US bank account without traveling to the US? +
Yes, through neobanks like Mercury or Relay. These banks specialize in foreign-owned startups. You'll need: Articles of Incorporation, EIN confirmation letter, and passport/ID. Traditional banks (Chase, BoA) typically require physical presence, but Mercury can be opened 100% online. We provide warm introductions to streamline approval.
Does my Indian company need to comply with FEMA if I form a US entity? +
Yes. Indian residents who invest in a foreign company (ODI โ€” Overseas Direct Investment) must comply with FEMA regulations. This includes: RBI approval for equity above $250,000 under the automatic route, annual ODI reporting, and compliance with the India-USA Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA). We flag this early and connect you with qualified FEMA-compliant CAs in India.
How will my US company be taxed? +
A Delaware C-Corp pays 21% federal corporate income tax. State income tax applies where you have nexus (typically Delaware, and any state where you operate). The India-USA DTAA helps prevent double taxation on dividends and royalties between your US and Indian entities. We help you structure intercompany agreements correctly to minimize overall tax burden legally.
What visa do I need to work in my US company? +
Several options: O-1A (extraordinary ability), L-1A (intracompany manager/exec, requires the Indian parent company), E-2 (treaty investor, requires significant investment), EB-1C (greencard for multinational managers), or EB-5 (investor greencard, $800K+ investment). We work with our immigration partners to assess your best pathway. See our Talent & Immigration service for details.

Ready to Plant Your Flag in America?

Book a free 30-minute strategy call. We'll assess your specific situation and map a clear US entry path.