Forming a Delaware LLC for Brazilian E-commerce Sellers
Brazilian e-commerce entrepreneurs can establish a Delaware LLC to access US payment gateways and global marketplaces. This structure provides a legal entity separate from the owner, governed by Delaware law.
Founders must comply with both US federal reporting requirements and Brazilian Receita Federal foreign entity disclosure rules. Proper setup includes obtaining an EIN and maintaining a registered agent in Delaware.
Model the full outlay, not just the setup fee
- Setupdoola setup$297.00
- AnnualYear 2 renewal$297.00
What the tax authority sees
Delaware LLCs are pass-through entities for US federal tax purposes, meaning income is taxed at the member level unless the entity is engaged in a US trade or business (ETBUS).
Receita Federal foreign entity disclosure (DIRPF Section 8)
Use doola to automate your Delaware LLC formation and EIN acquisition, but consult a Brazilian tax advisor regarding DIRPF Section 8 reporting requirements.
- 01Form 5472/5476 penalty of $25,000 for late filing
- 02Receita Federal foreign entity disclosure requirements
- 03Potential US withholding tax on US-sourced income
From filing to funded bank account
US LLC (Delaware) vs Estonia OÜ (e-Residency)
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