Delaware C-Corp

Launch a Delaware C-Corporation

The market standard for VC-backed startups, technology companies, and internationally facing businesses seeking a US corporate vehicle - incorporated under the Delaware General Corporation Law with formation, registered agent, and core corporate documents.

Starting from from $1,960

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New to the jurisdiction? Read the Delaware C-Corp overview first.

Services & pricing

Core packages below, plus optional add-ons you can select during onboarding.

Delaware C-Corporation - core incorporation (Year 1)

VC-backed startups, technology companies, and internationally facing businesses seeking a US corporate vehicle.

Pricing

US$1,960

2-4 business daysClient fee · taxes and third-party costs excluded

Included

KYC review
Filing the Certificate of Incorporation with the Delaware Division of Corporations
Delaware registered agent (Year 1)
Delaware filing fee
Bylaws and Initial Action by Incorporator
Guidance throughout the incorporation process

Timeline starts after confirmed payment and complete KYC for standard filings.

Taxes and third-party disbursements are excluded.

Annual renewal - Delaware C-Corporation

Keeping the Delaware C-Corporation in good standing from Year 2.

Pricing

US$1,624

Annual · filings due by 1 MarchClient fee · taxes and third-party costs excluded

Included

Delaware registered agent service
Coordination of Delaware annual franchise tax and annual report filing

Delaware franchise tax (variable, minimum USD 175 under the Authorized Shares Method) and the USD 50 annual report fee are passed through at cost.

US Employer Identification Number (EIN / FEIN)

The IRS tax ID for your US company. Required to open a US business bank account, file federal taxes, hire, and use payment processors. You do not need employees to obtain an EIN.

Pricing

USD 522

Added to the incorporation process

Company bank account support

Help opening a US business bank or EMI account after incorporation: provider shortlist, application pack, and liaison. An EIN is typically required first.

Pricing

On request

Depends on provider review

Apostille

Official certification of formation documents by the competent authority so they can be used abroad. Quoted separately because the document set and destination country vary.

Pricing

On request

Depends on documents & destination

S-Corporation election

Preparing and filing IRS Form 2553 to elect pass-through taxation. All shareholders must be US citizens or lawful permanent residents.

Pricing

On request

Subject to IRS eligibility

Detailed offer

Delaware C-Corp onboarding details

We provide a full service for incorporating a Delaware C-Corporation under the Delaware General Corporation Law (DGCL), including formation, registered agent, core corporate documents, and guidance on franchise tax and reporting. This structure is the market standard for VC-backed startups, technology companies, and internationally facing businesses seeking a US corporate vehicle.

Offer provided 2026-08-12. Government and third-party fees should be reconfirmed before engagement.

AML/KYC onboarding

Certified/notarised passport copy for every individual director, officer, shareholder, and UBO.
Certified/notarised proof of residential address (utility bill or bank statement ≤ 3 months old).
Certified/notarised bank statement (≤ 3 months old, reflecting the same address).
Tax residency jurisdiction(s) and TIN where applicable.
Mobile phone number, primary email address, occupation, and employer name where applicable.
PEP declaration and sanctions confirmation.

Additional measures may include

Certified English translations where documents are not in English.
Full ownership-chain KYC for corporate directors or shareholders.
Additional evidence requested during the AML/CFT risk review.

Incorporation information

Full proposed company name with required suffix (Inc., Corp., Incorporated, or Corporation)
At least one initial director (need not be a US resident or stockholder)
Designated officers and titles (e.g. President/CEO, Secretary, Treasurer/CFO)
At least one stockholder, with number and class of shares to be issued
Authorized share structure, classes, par value (commonly USD 0.0001), and any special rights
Principal office address (no PO Box) and accounting records location with responsible person
Identification of UBOs with at least 25% participation up to natural person level
Nature of business, intended use, asset/transaction types, and operating jurisdictions
Source of funds description

How the process works

01
Confirm that a Delaware C-Corporation suits your structure and funding plan, including authorized share structure and par value.
02
Provide company information and KYC documents for directors, officers, shareholders, and UBOs.
03
Complete KYC review and confirm readiness to proceed with the Delaware filing.
04
After payment, we file the Certificate of Incorporation, appoint the registered agent, and deliver core corporate documents.
05
We support EIN, apostille, and S-Corp election if requested, and coordinate annual renewals going forward.

Additional costs

Apostille

On request. Facilitation of apostille of the Certificate of Incorporation or other corporate documents for international use.

S-Corporation election

On request. Support preparing and filing IRS Form 2553, subject to IRS eligibility (e.g. all shareholders must be US citizens or lawful permanent residents).

Before and after formation

Directors and stockholders do not need to be US residents.
One person may hold multiple officer titles and may also serve as a director.
Par value commonly USD 0.0001 for VC-backed structures, which affects Delaware franchise tax calculations.
KYC documents are held by the registered agent and are not public.
Incorporation begins only after KYC approval and payment.

Onboarding & document standards

Before incorporation we collect and verify company details, share structure, and KYC for each director, officer, stockholder, and UBO (25%+). Standard Delaware filings complete in 2-4 business days once payment and complete KYC are received.

All KYC documents in English, or with a certified English translation.
Certified copies must be notarised or certified by a licensed professional (lawyer, CPA, or regulated professional).
Provide two different proofs of residential address dated within the last 3 months, each showing the person's name. A bank statement is accepted but not required if you have other bills or official correspondence.
KYC documents are held by the registered agent and are not made public.