Delaware Company Formation Services
Delaware is one of the most credible and business-friendly jurisdictions in the United States. It offers international founders a respected US corporate presence, flexible company laws and access to American banking and payment platforms. Neptune Fiduciaries Group manages every stage of Delaware company formation, including selecting the right entity, preparing formation documents, providing a registered agent, obtaining an Employer Identification Number and supporting a US business bank account application.
You do not need to be a US citizen, hold a US visa or live in the United States to own a Delaware company.
Delaware LLC or Delaware Corporation?
A Delaware Limited Liability Company is generally the preferred structure for non-resident entrepreneurs, consultants, online businesses, e-commerce companies and international holding structures. It offers flexible ownership and fewer corporate formalities.
A Delaware C Corporation is better suited to start-ups planning to raise external investment, issue shares or introduce employee stock-option plans.
The best structure will depend on your business activities, ownership arrangement, tax position and future investment plans.
Your Step-by-Step Path to Registering a Company in Delaware
Our Delaware company formation process includes:
Select your entity type
Choose between a Delaware LLC and a Delaware corporation.
Confirm your company name
We check whether your preferred name is available.
File the formation documents
We prepare and submit the Certificate of Formation or Certificate of Incorporation.
Appoint a registered agent
Every Delaware company must maintain a registered agent with a physical address in Delaware.
Obtain your Employer Identification Number
We assist with the Internal Revenue Service application required for banking and tax purposes.
Open a US business bank account
We prepare the required documents and assist with applications to suitable banking partners, subject to their approval.
What It Costs to Form a Delaware Company
The total cost depends on the entity type, registered agent package, processing speed and banking requirements.
Delaware state filing fee
Generally from approximately $110, excluding expedited processing and certified documents.
Registered agent service
Approximately $200 to $600 per year.
Employer Identification Number
No government fee, although professional assistance may cost approximately $100 to $300.
Delaware LLC annual tax
Approximately $400 per year.
Delaware corporation franchise tax
Calculated according to the company's authorised shares and applicable calculation method.
Total first-year setup
Most non-resident Delaware companies can be formed, registered for an Employer Identification Number and prepared for banking for approximately $800 to $1,500, depending on the services selected.
Professional, banking, apostille, courier, accounting and tax-advisory fees may apply separately.
What You Need to Register a Company in Delaware
To register a Delaware company, you will generally need:
Recent proof of residential address
Your proposed company name
A description of the intended business activity
Details of the members, shareholders, managers or directors
The proposed ownership structure
Source-of-funds information, where required
Additional documents may be requested depending on the business activity and banking requirements.
Tax and Reporting Considerations
Forming a Delaware company does not automatically mean that no US tax or reporting obligations will apply. The requirements depend on the entity type, business activities, source of income, ownership and where the company is managed. Foreign-owned Delaware LLCs may have federal information-reporting obligations even when no US income tax is payable. Clients should obtain advice from a qualified US tax professional based on their individual circumstances.
If you are ready to establish a Delaware LLC or corporation, Neptune Fiduciaries Group is ready to guide you through every step. Contact us at info@neptunecorporate.com or sales@neptunecorporate.com, visit our Contact Us page or reach our team directly on WhatsApp to schedule a consultation.
