Real scenario · India × Shopify store
Shopify store owner from India forming a Delaware LLC
An Indian Shopify founder targeting US consumers forms a Delaware LLC to access Shopify Payments and US-dollar banking.
The challenge
Bangalore-based DTC Shopify founder. Without US LLC, Shopify Payments not accessible; PayPal alternative has high fees and conversion friction. RBI LRS limits affect outward funding.
Banking path
Mercury approves with documented US activity; Wise as backup. Stripe via Shopify Payments routes to chosen bank.
Tax compliance path
India-US treaty applies. Form 5472 + Form 1120 annual filing. FEMA compliance for cross-border money flows.
Formation path with Delewarellc
Standard 8-10 day timeline. Coordinate with Indian CA on FEMA documentation before formation.
Outcome
Indian Shopify founder operates US-LLC with Shopify Payments active and Mercury or Wise banking.
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Your scenario, your formation
$297 + Delaware state fee, one-time. WhatsApp the founder in your preferred language.