Get expert US income tax consultation for your foreign-owned single-member LLC — understand your obligations, filing requirements, and how to stay compliant and avoid costly IRS fines.
I Will Advise Foreign Owners of a US Single-Member LLC on Tax
A focused 45-minute live consultation covering your foreign-owned LLC's US tax position and filing obligations.
- 45-minute live consultation session
- Up to 5 hours of preparatory and supporting work
- Covers disregarded entity classification and tax treatment
- Filing obligations overview (Forms 1120 & 5472)
- FDAP income rules and personal services exemptions explained
- Available in English or Spanish
Extended advisory scope with additional review work and two rounds of revisions — ideal for slightly more complex LLC situations.
- Everything in Essentials, extended to a deeper advisory engagement
- Additional hours of work for more complex scenarios
- 2 rounds of revisions on guidance provided
- Coverage of product sales into US markets and related obligations
- Penalty and compliance risk assessment for your LLC
- Available in English or Spanish
Comprehensive, in-depth tax advisory for foreign-owned LLC owners with complex structures, multiple income streams, or urgent compliance needs.
- Everything in Standard, with full in-depth advisory scope
- Extended work hours covering multi-stream income analysis
- Detailed review of FDAP, ECI, and product-sale tax obligations
- Full compliance risk review and recommended action plan
- 2 rounds of revisions on all guidance and documentation reviewed
- Available in English or Spanish
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Running a US single-member LLC as a foreign owner is one of the most misunderstood tax situations in international business. Get it wrong and you face fines starting at $10,000 — rising to $25,000 per LLC. Get it right and you operate with clarity, confidence, and full compliance.
This consultation is designed specifically for non-resident foreign individuals who own a US single-member LLC and need to understand exactly where they stand with the IRS. Whether you are based in London or anywhere else outside the United States, this service cuts through the complexity and gives you actionable, plain-English guidance.
**What We Cover**
A foreign-owned single-member LLC that has not elected to be treated as a C corporation is automatically classified as a disregarded entity. That classification has significant implications. Your LLC does not pay US income tax unless it generates income that is effectively connected to a US trade or business, or income that qualifies as FDAP — Fixed, Determinable, Annual, or Periodical income.
During the consultation we will walk through your specific situation, covering:
— Whether your LLC's income is subject to US taxation based on the nature of your business activities (personal services such as marketing, IT consultancy, web development, online teaching, and tech support are typically treated very differently from product sales into US markets)
— Your mandatory filing obligations, including informational forms such as Forms 1120 and 5472, which must be submitted on time regardless of taxable income
— FDAP income rules and the exclusions that may apply to your situation
— The fines and penalties associated with non-compliance and how to avoid them
— Any additional tax obligations that arise if your LLC sells physical or digital products into the US market
**Who This Is For**
This service is ideal for foreign nationals — including those based in the UK and Spanish-speaking countries — who have already formed a US LLC or are preparing to do so, and need clear professional guidance on their US tax position. It is equally valuable for expats living in the US who hold or plan to hold a single-member LLC structure.
**How It Works**
Once you place your order, share your details via the order chat. We will review your situation ahead of the session so your consultation time is focused and productive. The entry-level session is a 45-minute live consultation with up to five hours of preparatory and supporting work included. Larger tiers extend the scope to cover more complex situations with additional review work and revision rounds.
Spanish-language consultations are available — please mention this when placing your order.
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| Feature | Essentials | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delivery Time | 1 days | 5 days | 7 days |
| Revisions | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 45-minute live consultation session | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Up to 5 hours of preparatory and supporting work | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Covers disregarded entity classification and tax treatment | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Filing obligations overview (Forms 1120 & 5472) | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| FDAP income rules and personal services exemptions explained | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Available in English or Spanish | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Everything in Essentials, extended to a deeper advisory engagement | ✕ | ✓ | ✕ |
| Additional hours of work for more complex scenarios | ✕ | ✓ | ✕ |
| 2 rounds of revisions on guidance provided | ✕ | ✓ | ✕ |
| Coverage of product sales into US markets and related obligations | ✕ | ✓ | ✕ |
| Penalty and compliance risk assessment for your LLC | ✕ | ✓ | ✕ |
| Everything in Standard, with full in-depth advisory scope | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ |
| Extended work hours covering multi-stream income analysis | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ |
| Detailed review of FDAP, ECI, and product-sale tax obligations | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ |
| Full compliance risk review and recommended action plan | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ |
| 2 rounds of revisions on all guidance and documentation reviewed | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ |
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Yes. Foreign-owned single-member LLCs are typically required to file informational forms such as Forms 1120 and 5472 regardless of whether the business generated taxable income. Failure to file on time can result in fines starting at $10,000 per LLC, rising to $25,000. This consultation will clarify exactly what you need to file and when.
Generally, if you provide personal services such as marketing, IT consultancy, web development, online teaching, or tech support, and you perform those services outside the United States, your income is unlikely to be subject to US income tax. However, your filing obligations for informational forms still apply. We will confirm your specific position during the consultation.
Once your order is placed, please share details about your LLC's activities, the nature of your income, your country of residence, and any specific questions or concerns you have. The more context you provide, the more focused and productive the session will be.
Yes. The consultant speaks Spanish and is happy to conduct the session in Spanish. Please mention your language preference when submitting your order details.
FDAP (Fixed, Determinable, Annual, or Periodical) income covers most passive income types and is generally subject to US withholding tax. ECI refers to income directly connected to a US trade or business and is taxed at graduated rates. Certain income — such as interest from tax-exempt municipal bonds — may be excluded entirely. The consultation will clarify which category applies to your situation.
The IRS imposes significant penalties for late or missing filings related to foreign-owned LLCs. Fines begin at $10,000 and can reach $25,000 for a single LLC. This consultation is designed to help you understand your deadlines and obligations so you can remain compliant and avoid these penalties.
Yes. If you find during the process that your situation is more complex than anticipated, please reach out via the order chat and we can discuss upgrading your package to ensure your needs are fully covered.
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So pleased to have engaged with Julia. He is a true professional and so knowledgeable in her specialist field. I highly recommend her services and look forward to working with her again.
Excellent advice
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I’ve been working with Julia for the past few months to resolve my tax obligations with the IRS, including obtaining my ITIN and filing forms such as 1040-NR and pro forma 1120 & 5420. Julia did a spectacular job—everything was handled quickly and accurately. She always answered my questions thoroughly and made sure I understood every step of the process. I highly recommend Julia to anyone in need of tax assistance—you won’t regret it!
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