Stripe Atlas
Incorporate a Delaware C-Corp from anywhere in the world, with banking and Stripe payments built in
About Stripe Atlas
Stripe Atlas is Stripe's incorporation service that lets founders — including non-US residents — form a Delaware C-Corp or LLC, obtain an EIN, open a US business bank account, and start accepting payments through Stripe. It's designed for early-stage startup founders who want to raise venture capital and operate internationally with minimal friction.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Flat $500 fee covers state filing, EIN, founders stock, 83(b), and Stripe integration — no surprises
- Stripe ecosystem: payments, Atlas, and future financial products tightly integrated
- Trusted by YC, Techstars, and most venture-backed remote founders
- Founders stock and 83(b) filings done right the first time — saves thousands at future fundraise
Cons
- Atlas is designed primarily for fundraising C-Corps; LLC-focused founders may overpay
- No bookkeeping or ongoing tax filings — you'll still need a CPA or separate service
- Registered agent and annual compliance aren't included past year one
Key Features
Delaware C-Corp or LLC formation
File a C-Corp or LLC from 140+ countries via a guided online application.
EIN for non-US founders
Atlas obtains your federal EIN, even if you don't have an SSN or ITIN.
US business bank account
Open a US bank account from abroad via Stripe's partner banking integrations.
Founders stock & 83(b) filings
Automated founder stock issuance with 83(b) election paperwork prepared for each founder.
Stripe payments ready
Your Stripe account is pre-linked to the new entity so you can start charging customers immediately.
Legal templates
Standard startup legal docs (SAFE, NDA, advisor agreements) included via partner integrations.
Tax & compliance guidance
Reminders for Delaware franchise tax, annual reports, and federal filings.
Pricing
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