Why Louisiana?
Moderate filing fee and low annual report cost. Suitable for businesses with operations in the Gulf region. Non-residents can form a Louisiana 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). Louisiana makes the most sense when you have operations or customers in Louisiana or the Gulf states.
State Fees
These are government fees paid to the State of Louisiana — not Edeal's service fee. Edeal registers your LLC for $1 + state fees.
LLC Formation
- Filing fee: $100 — one-time, paid to the Louisiana Secretary of State
- Annual fee: $30/yr — annual report, paid to the State of Louisiana 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 Louisiana and publicly available from the Louisiana Secretary of State's office.
Who Louisiana Is Right For
- Businesses with physical presence in Louisiana — employees, office space, or warehouse
- Companies serving Louisiana-based customers — local nexus justifies registration here
- Non-residents when you have operations or customers in Louisiana or the Gulf states
Who Louisiana Is Not the Best Fit For
- Freelancers and remote businesses without Louisiana 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 Louisiana or have a US address to register an LLC?
No. Non-residents from any country can register a Louisiana LLC without visiting the state, without a US address, and without an SSN. The only requirement is a registered agent with a Louisiana address — Edeal provides this.
What is the annual fee for a Louisiana LLC?
The annual government fee for a Louisiana LLC is $30/yr (Annual Report). This fee is paid to the State of Louisiana 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 Louisiana LLC?
Yes. A Louisiana 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.