CPA Fee Estimator for Non-Resident LLCs (free 2026 tool)
Estimate annual CPA fees for a non-resident-owned Delaware LLC. Free tool for non-resident Delaware LLC founders.
What this tool does
Estimates annual CPA fees for Form 5472 + pro forma 1120 filing based on transaction complexity. Typical range: $500-$1,200 for straightforward single-member LLC; $1,500-$3,000 with foreign tax credit work or multi-state nexus.
Who needs it
Non-resident LLC founders budgeting US tax compliance.
How it works
- Answer questions about transaction volume, multi-state activity, and foreign tax credit needs.
- Tool returns estimated CPA fee range.
Inputs
- Transaction volume per year
- Multi-state nexus (Y/N)
- Foreign tax credit work needed (Y/N)
Output
CPA fee estimate.
Frequently asked questions
Can a non-US resident form a Delaware LLC?
Yes. Non-US residents can form a Delaware LLC without a Social Security Number, US address, or US presence. You need a passport for identity verification, an EIN for IRS purposes, and a Delaware Registered Agent. Delewarellc forms Delaware LLCs for non-resident founders for $297 plus the $110 Delaware state fee.
What does a Delaware LLC cost?
Delaware LLC year-one costs are $110 state filing fee plus registered agent fees ($50-$179/year depending on provider) plus optional service fees. Delewarellc charges $297 plus the state fee for full formation including registered agent for Year 1, EIN application, Operating Agreement, and bank account applications.
Do I need a US address to form a Delaware LLC?
No. You do not need a personal US address. The Delaware LLC needs a registered agent address (which Delewarellc provides) and an address for IRS correspondence (which can be your home address abroad).
Primary sources cited
- Delaware Certificate of Formation filing fee is $110. corp.delaware.gov fee schedule 2026
- Delaware LLCs pay a flat $300 annual franchise tax due June 1, regardless of revenue or member count. Delaware Code Title 6 § 18-1107(b)
- The IRS Form 5472 penalty for non-residents who miss filing is $25,000 per occurrence. IRS Instructions for Form 5472
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