Can an Italian resident open a Florida LLC without being a US citizen?

Yes. Florida law does not require US citizenship or US residency to form an LLC. You need a registered agent with a Florida address, an EIN from the IRS, and the LLC formation documents. The complications are not on the US side — they are on the Italian side.

How much does it cost to open a Florida LLC for an Italian?

Typical first-year setup with counsel: $3,000-$8,000. Florida State filing fee: $125. Annual report: $138.75. Registered agent: $100-$300/year. Operating Agreement drafting: $500-$2,000. EIN: free or with assistance up to $500.

Will I be taxed on LLC profits in Italy even if I don't take the money out?

Yes — under default Italian treatment of US LLCs, profits are attributed to the Italian resident in the year produced and taxed on the Italian return, regardless of distribution. This is the single most underestimated cost.

How to Open a Florida LLC as an Italian: Complete Guide 2026

Step-by-step guide to forming a Florida LLC as an Italian resident — and the Italian fiscal obligations that follow that no online formation service mentions.

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