IRS Compliance Guides for Foreign-Owned U.S. LLCs

Clear, expert answers on Form 5472, Form 1120, IRS penalties, and U.S. tax obligations — written for international entrepreneurs.

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Getting Started 2 min read

Do I Owe US Taxes If My LLC Had $0 Income?

Your US LLC made no money this year — do you still have to file? Here's the difference between owing tax and having a filing obligation.

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Getting Started 2 min read

What to Do After You Start a US LLC (Foreign Founder Checklist)

Just formed a US LLC as a non-US founder? Here's the post-formation checklist — EIN, bank account, annual report, and the Form 5472 filing most miss.

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Visual timeline of IRS filing deadlines for Form 5472 and Pro-Forma Form 1120.
Getting Started 3 min read

Understanding IRS Form 5472 and Pro-Forma Form 1120 for Your Foreign-Owned LLC

Learn how to navigate Form 5472 and Pro-Forma Form 1120 for your foreign-owned LLC easily and effectively.

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Form 5472 3 min read

What Is IRS Form 5472? A Complete Guide for Foreign-Owned U.S. LLCs

Learn what IRS Form 5472 is, who must file it, key deadlines, and how to avoid the $25,000 penalty. Essential guide for non-U.S. owners of American LLCs.

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Illustration of pro-forma Form 1120 with a checklist and calendar showing filing deadline for foreign-owned LLCs.
Form 1120 3 min read

Pro-Forma Form 1120 for Foreign-Owned LLCs: What It Is and Why You Need It

Understand why foreign-owned single-member LLCs must attach a pro-forma Form 1120 when filing Form 5472, what to include, and how to avoid IRS penalties.

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A digital checklist highlighting essential tax forms and compliance steps for foreign-owned LLCs in the U.S.
Tax Compliance 2 min read

U.S. Tax Requirements for Foreign-Owned LLCs: The Complete 2026 Checklist

Complete guide to U.S. tax and IRS filing requirements for non-U.S. owners of American LLCs, including Form 5472, EIN, ITIN, and annual compliance obligations.

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An illustration comparing IRS Form 5472 and FBAR, highlighting the necessity for foreign LLC owners.
Tax Compliance 2 min read

Form 5472 vs. FBAR: What Foreign LLC Owners Need to Know About Both

Confused about Form 5472 and FBAR requirements for your foreign-owned U.S. LLC? Learn the difference, who must file each, and how to stay fully compliant.

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