Why Texas?
No state income tax and no annual report requirement for most small businesses. Texas is the second-largest US economy with a massive market. Non-residents can form a Texas 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). Texas makes the most sense when you have clients, employees, or operations in Texas — or your revenue justifies being in one of the largest US markets.
State Fees
These are government fees paid to the State of Texas — not Edeal's service fee. Edeal registers your LLC for $1 + state fees.
LLC Formation
- Filing fee: $300 — one-time, paid to the Texas Secretary of State
- Annual fee: $0/yr — no report if rev <$2.47m, paid to the State of Texas 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 Texas and publicly available from the Texas Secretary of State's office.
Who Texas Is Right For
Texas makes sense when a company has a real connection to the state — a market, customers, operations, or plans for a physical presence. As the second-largest US economy ($2.6 trillion GDP) with no state income tax, it is a strong base for operating and growing businesses, but specifically for those that actually do business in TX.
- Businesses with real operations or customers in Texas — the huge domestic market and second-largest state economy provide demand, suppliers, and talent on the ground.
- Tech companies eyeing Austin as a Silicon Valley alternative — Austin has become a leading US tech hub, with Tesla, Oracle, and SpaceX already relocating their headquarters here.
- Growing companies that value a zero Franchise Tax — there is no state income tax, and the Franchise Tax is $0 on revenue below $2.47M (only a zero report is filed).
Who Texas Is Not the Best Fit For
- Freelancers and remote businesses without Texas 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 at $100 + $60/year is typically the baseline for non-residents
For a non-resident without nexus in Texas, the $300 filing fee is noticeably higher than in states built for remote business, and the Texas market itself offers nothing to a company that does not operate in it. If your business is not tied to Texas customers or assets, Wyoming is cheaper and simpler, while a startup with venture-capital plans is usually better off in Delaware. See the full breakdown in our guide on how to choose a state.
For Non-Residents: What to Consider in Texas
Citizenship and place of residence do not prevent you from owning a Texas LLC — a non-resident can be the sole member. But a few points matter more than the filing fee itself:
- Nexus and foreign LLC registration. If your actual activity happens in another state while the LLC is formed in Texas, you will likely have to register as a foreign LLC where you operate — that means double fees. Register where you really do business.
- A registered agent is mandatory. You need an agent with a physical Texas address to receive official correspondence — Edeal provides this as part of the service.
- Bank account. A US bank account requires an EIN; an in-person visit is usually not required, but the bank looks at the company's connection to the state.
- Reporting. The Franchise Tax Report is filed annually in Texas even when the tax due is $0; missing it leads to penalties and, eventually, administrative dissolution of the LLC.
FAQ
Do I need to visit Texas or have a US address to register an LLC?
No. Non-residents from any country can register a Texas LLC without visiting the state, without a US address, and without an SSN. The only requirement is a registered agent with a Texas address — Edeal provides this.
What is the annual fee for a Texas LLC?
The annual government fee for a Texas LLC is $0/yr (No report if rev <$2.47M). This fee is paid to the State of Texas to keep your LLC in good standing — it is a mandatory government fee, not an income tax rate.
Can I open a US bank account with a Texas LLC?
Yes. A Texas 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.
Should a non-resident with no US business choose Texas?
Usually not. Without customers, operations, or employees in the state, the advantages of Texas never materialize, and the $300 filing fee is higher than in states built for remote business — Wyoming is cheaper and simpler.