Why Oregon?
No state sales tax makes Oregon attractive for retail and e-commerce businesses with Oregon-based operations. Non-residents can form a Oregon 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). Oregon makes the most sense when you have operations in Oregon or benefit from no-sales-tax environment for your business model.
State Fees
These are government fees paid to the State of Oregon — not Edeal's service fee. Edeal registers your LLC for $1 + state fees.
LLC Formation
- Filing fee: $100 — one-time, paid to the Oregon Secretary of State
- Annual fee: $100/yr — annual report, paid to the State of Oregon 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 Oregon and publicly available from the Oregon Secretary of State's office.
Who Oregon Is Right For
- Tech companies with an office in Portland or Hillsboro — Portland concentrates tech, design, and media firms, and Intel runs major operations in Hillsboro
- Manufacturing companies in semiconductors and sportswear with in-state operations — Nike (Beaverton), Precision Castparts, and Daimler Trucks North America are based here
- Retail and e-commerce with physical presence in the state — no state sales tax simplifies in-state retail operations, though the personal income tax can reach the high single digits
Who Oregon Is Not the Best Fit For
- Freelancers and remote businesses without Oregon 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 is typically the baseline for non-residents
If you are unsure which state fits your situation, see our guide on how to choose a state before you register.
For Non-Residents: What to Consider in Oregon
Citizenship and residency do not prevent you from owning an Oregon LLC — a non-resident can be the sole member. But a few points matter more than the filing fee itself:
- Nexus and foreign qualification. If your actual operations are in another state while the LLC is formed in Oregon, you will likely have to register as a foreign LLC where you operate — meaning double fees. Register where you actually work.
- Registered agent is mandatory. You need an agent with a physical Oregon address to receive official correspondence — Edeal provides one as part of its service.
- Bank account. A US bank account requires an EIN; an in-person visit is usually not needed, but banks look at the company's connection to the state.
- Reporting. The Annual Report ($100/yr) is filed every year; missing it leads to penalties and eventually administrative dissolution of the LLC.
FAQ
Do I need to visit Oregon or have a US address to register an LLC?
No. Non-residents from any country can register a Oregon LLC without visiting the state, without a US address, and without an SSN. The only requirement is a registered agent with a Oregon address — Edeal provides this.
What is the annual fee for a Oregon LLC?
The annual government fee for a Oregon LLC is $100/yr (Annual Report). This fee is paid to the State of Oregon to keep your LLC in good standing — it is a mandatory government fee, not an income tax rate.
Do I need to be a US resident to form a Oregon LLC?
No. A non-resident can own a Oregon LLC as the sole member and manage it remotely. US residency and an SSN are not required to register the company.
Should a non-resident with no US business pick Oregon?
Usually not. Without an office, a warehouse, or staff in the state, the lack of sales tax brings no benefit to a non-resident — for a remote business, Wyoming is cheaper and simpler.
What happens if I operate in another state on an Oregon LLC?
You create nexus in the state where you actually operate, and the LLC will likely need to register there as a foreign company — extra fees and reporting. Choose the state of registration based on where you really do business.
Can I open a US bank account with a Oregon LLC?
Yes. A Oregon 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.