Form a US LLC from Sri Lanka. Get Stripe, Mercury and Wise.
Stripe doesn’t accept businesses based in Sri Lanka. A US LLC with an EIN and a Mercury account does. We file your LLC, get your EIN and help you apply for Mercury and Stripe, all online from Sri Lanka.
From $160 (about LKR 54,902), paid with Dialog Genie, a bank transfer or a card. Sinhala and English support from our office in Nugegoda.
Your client in the US
pays $1,000.00 by card
Stripe
keeps $29.30 (2.9% + 30¢)
Mercury, your US bank
receives $970.70, moves it to Wise for free
Wise
keeps $5.83 to convert and send
- කොළඹகொழும்புCOLOMBO
arrives in your BOC, ComBank, HNB or Sampath account
LKR 320,892
Wise mid-market rate on 4 Nov: 1 USD = 332.57 LKR. Card fee for a US card paid in USD. Fees from Stripe and Wise, checked 2026-11-04. Sri Lankan income tax isn’t included.
What it costs
One price per state, with the state filing fee included. The yearly cost starts in your second year.
| State | Missouri | Most chosenMontana | Wyoming |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pay once | $160≈ LKR 54,902 | $180≈ LKR 61,765 | $260≈ LKR 89,216 |
| Yearly, from year 2 | $198 a year
| $198 a year
| $278 a year
|
| Ready in | 7–14 business daysNo state annual report | 7–14 business daysAnnual report fee waived until 2027 | 3–5 business days (2 with expedite) |
| Start in Missouri | Start in Montana | Start in Wyoming |
Every state includes
- State filing fee and Articles of Organization
- EIN from the IRS, with Letter 147C
- Registered agent for the first year
- Operating agreement
- Mercury bank application help
- Stripe application help
- Compliance reminders
Pay in rupees with Dialog Genie or a bank transfer, or by card in US dollars. Rupee amounts use today’s Entryly checkout rate (4 Nov, 1 USD = 343.14 LKR). Your price is locked when you pay.
Optional extras: Wyoming filing in 2 business days for $50, and Wise Business setup for $31.
If we can’t file your LLC, we refund our service fee. Read the refund policy.
From your first form to your first payout
Apply online
Fill in the form and upload your passport photo page and a utility bill, phone bill or bank statement from the last 2 months. It takes about 10 minutes.We file your LLC
We file with the state. Wyoming takes 3–5 business days. Montana and Missouri take 7–14.You get your EIN
We get your company's tax number from the IRS. You don't need an SSN, and it's included in the time above.Open Mercury
We prepare your Mercury business account application. Mercury reviews it and makes the final decision.Apply for Stripe
We help you set up Stripe with your LLC, EIN and Mercury account. Stripe reviews every business itself.Get paid
Stripe pays out to Mercury in dollars. Send money home to your Sri Lankan bank with Wise whenever you need it.
What Sri Lankan founders say
Rated 5 out of 5 on Google
I used Entryly to set up my Wyoming LLC, and I couldn't be happier with the service. From start to finish, the team guided me through every single step of the process, making what usually feels like a complicated task incredibly simple and stress free. They answered all my questions clearly and kept me updated along the way. I was genuinely surprised by how fast they worked my LLC was completely up and running in just a few days! If you are looking for a reliable, efficient, and supportive service to handle your business formation, I highly recommend Entryly. They deserve more than 5 stars!
blkshp LLC, Google review, 4 months ago
Rated 5 out of 5 on Google
I had my business registration done through Entryly.net for my online clothing brand, and the whole process was smooth and professional. They also helped me integrate Stripe with my Shopify store, which made things so much easier. Their customer service was excellent and very supportive throughout. Highly recommended service!
Apsara Seuwandi Peiris, Google review, 5 months ago
Rated 5 out of 5 on Google
Entryly totally exceeded my expectations for forming my LLC their support team was super helpful If you're starting a US business 100% recommend trying them
Susantha Kumara, Google review, 5 months ago
Rated 5 out of 5 on Google
Had an excellent experience with Entryly.net for my Wyoming LLC formation. Everything was handled smoothly and much faster than I expected. Their support team was very responsive and even helped me get my EIN, set up a virtual business address, and guided me through opening a business bank account. The whole process felt stress free. Definitely a reliable service for anyone starting a business in the US!
Dasun Pamod, Google review, 5 months ago
Who uses a US LLC from Sri Lanka
- FreelancersDirect clients who want to pay by card or US bank transfer.
- Online storesShopify Payments or Stripe for customers abroad.
- SaaS and appsSubscriptions with Stripe Billing, and organisation app accounts.
- AgenciesContracts, W-9s and free ACH payments from US clients.
- Amazon and Etsy sellersUS seller accounts and payouts to Mercury.
- Not sure yet?Read our guides to Stripe, Mercury, Wise, PayPal and tax.
Questions people ask us
Can a Sri Lankan legally own a US LLC?
Yes. US states let non-residents form and own an LLC, and you don’t need a visa or a US address. You still follow Sri Lankan rules: income you earn is taxable in Sri Lanka, and the Central Bank’s foreign exchange rules apply when you send money abroad to invest. We explain both in plain language before you pay.
Will I definitely get a Stripe account?
No one can promise that. Stripe reviews every business itself. What we do is make sure your LLC, EIN, bank account, website and business description are in order before you apply, which is where most rejections come from. Read how to get Stripe in Sri Lanka for the full checklist.
Do I pay tax in Sri Lanka on this income?
Usually yes. Since 1 April 2025, income from services you provide to clients abroad and receive in foreign currency is taxed at up to 15% for individuals, and 15% for companies. A single-member US LLC owned by a non-resident usually owes no US income tax, but it must file Form 5472 with the IRS every year. Check your own case with a Sri Lankan tax adviser.
PayPal works in Sri Lanka now. Do I still need this?
Maybe not. Since May 2026, Sri Lankans with a personal PayPal account linked to Sampath Bank or Commercial Bank can receive payments from abroad (Bank of Ceylon is listed as coming soon). That’s enough if your clients happily pay you by PayPal. PayPal still lists business accounts, invoicing and checkout on your own website as coming soon, so for card payments on your site or Shopify store, subscriptions, or platforms that pay out through Stripe, you still need a company in a supported country. Read PayPal in Sri Lanka.
How do I pay Entryly from Sri Lanka?
In rupees with Dialog Genie or a bank transfer, or by card in US dollars. The rupee price uses the day’s rate and is locked when you pay.
Can I talk to someone in Sinhala?
Yes. Our WhatsApp support speaks Sinhala and English, and our Sri Lanka office is in Nugegoda.
Start your US LLC today
Apply in about 10 minutes. We’ll update you by email and SMS at every step.