Why Alabama?
High filing fee but no personal income tax on LLC profits — suitable if you have real business activity in Alabama. Non-residents can form a Alabama LLC without any US address, SSN, or physical presence. Edeal handles the registered agent requirement and the entire filing process.
Most non-residents registering a US LLC choose Wyoming ($100 filing fee, $60/year) or Delaware (investor-friendly). Alabama makes the most sense when Alabama has nexus or real business operations.
State Fees
These are government fees paid to the State of Alabama — not Edeal's service fee. Edeal registers your LLC for $1 + state fees.
LLC Formation
- Filing fee: $200 — one-time, paid to the Alabama Secretary of State
- Annual fee: $100+/yr — privilege tax, paid to the State of Alabama to keep your LLC in good standing
- Registered Agent: required by law — Edeal provides a registered agent as part of its service
All fees are set by the State of Alabama and publicly available from the Alabama Secretary of State's office.
Who Alabama Is Right For
- Businesses with physical presence in Alabama — employees, office space, or warehouse
- Companies serving Alabama-based customers — local nexus justifies registration here
- Non-residents when Alabama has nexus or real business operations
Who Alabama Is Not the Best Fit For
- Freelancers and remote businesses without Alabama ties — Wyoming or Delaware are usually more cost-effective
- Non-residents seeking maximum privacy — Wyoming and New Mexico offer stronger member privacy protections
- Businesses optimizing purely for cost — Wyoming at $100 + $60/year is typically the baseline for non-residents
If you are unsure which state fits your situation, Edeal can help you compare before you register.
FAQ
Do I need to visit Alabama or have a US address to register an LLC?
No. Non-residents from any country can register a Alabama LLC without visiting the state, without a US address, and without an SSN. The only requirement is a registered agent with a Alabama address — Edeal provides this.
What is the annual fee for a Alabama LLC?
The annual government fee for a Alabama LLC is $100+/yr (Privilege Tax). This fee is paid to the State of Alabama to keep your LLC in good standing — it is a mandatory government fee, not an income tax rate.
Can I open a US bank account with a Alabama LLC?
Yes. A Alabama LLC formed through Edeal comes with the documentation typically required by US banks and fintechs (Mercury, Relay, Brex). Having an EIN is usually also required — Edeal can assist with that process.