Delaware LLC Formation for Nigerian Freelancers
Nigerian freelancers can incorporate a Delaware LLC to access global payment gateways and international clients. This structure provides a legal entity separate from your personal assets while operating under US jurisdiction.
The LLC functions as a pass-through entity for US federal tax purposes, though you remain subject to Nigerian personal income tax laws on all global earnings.
Model the full outlay, not just the setup fee
- Setupdoola setup$297.00
- AnnualYear 2 renewal$297.00
What the tax authority sees
US LLCs are pass-through entities for federal tax purposes, meaning you are only liable for US federal income tax if your business is Engaged in Trade or Business in the US (ETBUS) with effectively connected income.
CBN FX rules; personal income tax on foreign earnings
Use doola to handle your Delaware LLC formation and EIN application, then ensure you comply with Nigerian personal income tax reporting for all foreign-sourced earnings.
- 01Form 5472 and 5472 penalty $25,000 if not filed
- 02CBN FX regulation compliance requirements
- 03Double taxation if no treaty relief is claimed
From filing to funded bank account
US LLC (Delaware) vs Estonia OÜ (e-Residency)
FAQ
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