Cost in 2026 of a Delaware (USA) Offshore Company
Every serious offshore engagement starts with the same three questions: what are you protecting, where will you bank, and what will the structure cost to run in year three — not just year one.
More than two-thirds of Fortune 500 companies are incorporated in Delaware. This guide walks through the practical path for the Delaware LLC: 1–2 business days to incorporate, no minimum capital, and pass-through; no state tax on out-of-state income for non-resident owners.
Step by Step
- Structuring call. Residency, activity and banking mapped; jurisdiction confirmed in writing.
- KYC pack. Certified passport, proof of address, source-of-funds note; name pre-cleared with the registrar.
- Filing. Incorporation under the Delaware Limited Liability Company Act; certificate issued in 1–2 business days.
- Documents. Apostilled corporate set couriered worldwide, built to bank checklists.
- Banking & compliance. Matched bank introductions plus a renewal calendar (annual franchise tax of usd 300 for llcs).
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take?
1–2 business days for incorporation once KYC clears; add one to six weeks if banking is part of the project.
What will it cost overall?
Government and agent fees plus GoldenKey's fixed professional fee — quoted as one all-in figure before you commit. Ongoing: annual franchise tax of usd 300 for llcs.
What documents do I need?
Certified passport, recent proof of address, a short source-of-funds note and your proposed company name. GoldenKey prepares everything else.
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