Why Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania only requires a report every ten years — making annual compliance essentially zero. Good for businesses with Pennsylvania-based activity. Non-residents can form a Pennsylvania 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). Pennsylvania makes the most sense when you have clients or operations in Pennsylvania and want minimal ongoing filing requirements.
State Fees
These are government fees paid to the State of Pennsylvania — not Edeal's service fee. Edeal registers your LLC for $1 + state fees.
LLC Formation
- Filing fee: $125 — one-time, paid to the Pennsylvania Secretary of State
- Annual fee: $0/10yr — decennial report only, paid to the State of Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania and publicly available from the Pennsylvania Secretary of State's office.
Who Pennsylvania Is Right For
- Businesses with physical presence in Pennsylvania — employees, office space, or warehouse
- Companies serving Pennsylvania-based customers — local nexus justifies registration here
- Non-residents when you have clients or operations in Pennsylvania and want minimal ongoing filing requirements
Who Pennsylvania Is Not the Best Fit For
- Freelancers and remote businesses without Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania or have a US address to register an LLC?
No. Non-residents from any country can register a Pennsylvania LLC without visiting the state, without a US address, and without an SSN. The only requirement is a registered agent with a Pennsylvania address — Edeal provides this.
What is the annual fee for a Pennsylvania LLC?
The annual government fee for a Pennsylvania LLC is $0/10yr (Decennial Report only). This fee is paid to the State of Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania LLC?
Yes. A Pennsylvania 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.