Company formation in United States, explained against the Secretary of State of the state of formation (Delaware is a common choice): which entity type
Registering a company in United States means working through one register and its filing rules end to end.
Companies are formed under state law while tax is layered federal-and-state, so two firms in different states can face very different rules. A company here is recorded in the Secretary of State of the state of formation (Delaware is a common choice), and the guides below walk through which entity type fits, the documents the registrar wants, share capital and director requirements, and how long approval takes for United States specifically.

Delaware is the default choice for US company formation, favored by VCs and Fortune 500 alike. Our 2026 guide covers LLC vs C-Corp for non-residents, the EIN application process, US bank account options, Delaware franchise tax, and the BOI reporting requirements introduced in 2024.

An overview of business formation costs in the USA for 2026, covering state fees and hidden costs for new companies.

A practical guide to registering various company types in the USA, including costs and requirements for 2026.

Guide for Indian citizens on forming a US LLC or C-Corp in 2026, covering visa options, compliance, and banking necessities.

Comparative analysis of LLC, C-Corp, and S-Corp structures in the USA, focusing on taxation and ownership advantages.