📚 BizAmerica Help Desk
Helping international entrepreneurs start, manage, and grow their U.S. companies online.
Welcome to the BizAmerica Help Desk — your central hub for guides, step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting tips, and all the resources you need to operate a U.S. business from abroad.
If you need real-time help, our Live Chat Team is available Monday–Friday to answer questions about formation, banking, taxes, and compliance.
Getting Started with BizAmerica
What We Do
BizAmerica helps foreign founders form and manage U.S. companies online, without needing a U.S. presence. Our services include:
U.S. company formation (LLC, C-Corp, S-Corp)
- EIN & ITIN applications
- Remote U.S. bank account setup
- Accounting & tax filing
- Virtual business address & mail forwarding
- D-U-N-S numbers and business verification
What You Need Before You Start
- Passport or national ID
- A residential address (for IRS communications)
- Business name idea
- Payment method (credit/debit card)
No SSN, ITIN, or physical U.S. presence is required.
Typical Timelines
Service
LLC Formation
C-Corp Formation
EIN (no SSN)
U.S. Bank Account
ITIN
Address Activation
Accounting Setup
Typical Completion Time
1–3 business days
3–5 business days
7–14 days
3–10 days
6–12 weeks
Same day
24–48 hours
How Long Company Formation Takes
- LLC: 1–3 business days (some states same-day)
- C-Corp: 3–5 business days (Delaware fastest)
- EIN: 7–14 days for non-U.S. owners
- Bank Account: 3–10 days
- ITIN: 6–12 weeks (IRS processing)
- Mail forwarding setup: Same day
Actual times may vary based on state or IRS workload.
How to Get an EIN as a Foreign Founder
Requirements:
- Company documents
- Passport
- Completed SS-4 form
Steps:
- Form your LLC/C-Corp through BizAmerica
- Complete the SS-4 form
- BizAmerica submits to the IRS
- Receive EIN via email
How to Open a U.S. Bank Account Online
Requirements:
- EIN
- Company documents
- Passport
- Short business description
Steps:
- Submit your application through BizAmerica partner banks
- Complete identity verification
- Receive account approval
- Access routing & account numbers
No travel required.
How to Keep Your Company Compliant
Every company must:
- File annual report (state requirement)
- File federal tax return (IRS requirement)
- Maintain accounting records
- Renew registered agent
- Pay state fees
BizAmerica provides full compliance support for all services.
ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) Guide
When ITIN is needed:
- Filing U.S. taxes
- Opening personal or business accounts
- Marketplace accounts (Amazon, Stripe, PayPal)
BizAmerica handles:
- Completing W-7 form
- Collecting supporting documents
- Submitting to the IRS
- Communicating with the IRS until approval
U.S. Taxes for Foreign-Owned LLCs
Foreign-owned LLCs must file:
- Form 5472 + pro-forma 1120
- State-specific filings (varies by state)
- Maintain financial records
BizAmerica prepares all filings for you to ensure compliance.
Annual State Requirements
Every company must:
- Renew registered agent annually
- Submit annual reports
- Pay state fees
- Maintain good standing
Business Address & Mail Handling
BizAmerica provides:
- Virtual U.S. business address
- Mail scanning & forwarding
- Access via online dashboard
Step-by-Step: Start Your U.S. Business From Abroad
- Choose a state (Delaware, Wyoming, Florida)
- Form your company (LLC/C-Corp)
- Obtain EIN
- Open a U.S. bank account
- Set up accounting
- Launch your business
Live Chat Support
Available: Monday–Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM EST
What Live Chat Can Help With:
- Pre-sales questions
- Document upload guidance
- Payment issues
- Order status updates
- Accounting & tax questions
- Dashboard navigation
When to Use Email:
- Detailed document corrections
- IRS letters or notices
- Bank verification issues
Troubleshooting & Common Issues
- EIN delayed → check SS-4 submission or IRS response
- ITIN rejected → verify W-7 & passport copy
- Bank account pending → confirm documents & business description
- IRS letters → submit copy via live chat for guidance
- Login issues → reset password or check email verification
- Stripe/PayPal verification failed → verify EIN & company documents
Policies & Processing Times
Processing Times:
- LLC/C-Corp formation
- EIN & ITIN
- Bank approval
- Accounting & tax setup
Policies:
- Refund & correction policy
- Address/name change policy
- IRS delay policy
Knowledge Base / Tips
- How to maintain compliance abroad
- Tips to speed up EIN processing
- How to avoid bank rejections
- Accounting tips for foreign owners
- How to prepare documents for tax filing