Wyoming LLC Formation
The privacy-first, cost-effective alternative to Delaware. Wyoming pioneered the LLC in 1977, charges just $60 per year in annual fees, imposes no state income tax, and provides the strongest member privacy protections in the US. Ideal for holding companies, e-commerce, and privacy-conscious founders.
Wyoming Entity Types
Wyoming is best known for its LLC, which offers unmatched combination of low cost, privacy, and asset protection.
| Structure | Cost | Timeline | Tax Rate | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LLC | $100 filing + $60/yr | 1-2 days | 0% state tax | Holding companies, e-commerce, consulting, privacy |
| DAO LLC | $100 filing + $60/yr | 1-2 days | 0% state tax | Decentralized autonomous organizations, crypto |
| Close Corporation | $100 filing | 1-2 days | 0% state tax | Small businesses, family companies |
| Statutory Trust | $100 filing | 3-5 days | Pass-through | Asset protection trusts, investment vehicles |
Wyoming Banking Options
Wyoming does not have the banking infrastructure of New York or California, but Wyoming LLCs can open accounts at any US bank. Online banking through Mercury, Relay, or traditional banks with remote onboarding is the standard approach.
Hyperform ensures your Wyoming LLC has banking from day one. We navigate the EIN process, banking applications, and compliance setup as a single package.
per year total state cost
Wyoming has the lowest annual maintenance costs of any US state. No franchise tax, no state income tax, just a $60 annual report fee.
US Immigration Through Wyoming Entities
Wyoming LLCs qualify for the same US immigration pathways as Delaware entities. The visa type depends on your investment and business plan, not the state of formation.
E-2 Treaty Investor
Wyoming LLC ownership qualifies for E-2 visa application if you invest $100K+ and are from a treaty country. The business must be real and operational.
L-1 Intracompany Transfer
Transfer from foreign parent to Wyoming subsidiary. Same requirements as any other US state. 1+ year employment at the foreign entity required.
EB-5 Investor
$800K-$1.05M investment creating 10 US jobs. Wyoming qualifies for Targeted Employment Area (TEA) designation in many areas, enabling the lower $800K threshold.
Wyoming Regulatory Framework
Wyoming is intentionally minimal in regulatory burden. No state income tax, no franchise tax, and the strongest LLC member privacy protections in the US. Wyoming does not require operating agreements to be filed, does not publicly disclose member/manager identities, and charges the lowest fees.
The tradeoff: Wyoming lacks Delaware's Court of Chancery and its 200+ years of business law precedent. For VC-backed companies, Delaware is still preferred. For everything else, Wyoming often makes more sense.
Key Regulatory Facts
- 0% state income tax (individual and corporate)
- $60/yr annual report fee (lowest in US)
- No franchise tax
- Strongest LLC member privacy protections
- First state to create LLC (1977)
- First state to recognize DAO LLCs
- Charging order protection for single-member LLCs
- No requirement to disclose members publicly
Why Form Through Hyperform in Wyoming
Guaranteed Banking
We do not charge for banking if we cannot deliver it. Your formation is not complete until your bank account is open and operational.
Published Pricing
No hidden fees. No surprises after you commit. Our pricing is fixed-fee and all-inclusive, published before you engage.
Multi-Jurisdiction
Wyoming is often part of a larger architecture. We structure across jurisdictions as one coherent engagement.
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Wyoming company?
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