# Can a foreigner register a Company in California?

- Link: https://www.lumlawgroup.com/can-a-foreigner-register-a-company-in-california/
- Published: 2025-05-13T20:30:47-07:00
- Author: Albert J Lum

## Can a foreigner register a Company in California?

### How to file IRS Form 5472 for foreign-owned LLC

 Do You Own a U.S. LLC as a Non-Resident? Here's What You Need to Know About Filing
Form 5472 and Form 1120

If you’re a **non-U.S. resident** or **non-U.S. citizen** who has formed a **Single-
Member LLC in the United States**, understanding your annual tax filing obligations
is critical—especially when it comes to **IRS Form 5472** and **Form 1120**. Many
foreign entrepreneurs make the mistake of thinking they’re exempt from U.S. tax 
filings, but if your LLC is **foreign-owned**, you’re required by law to file these
forms **every year**, even if you owe no taxes.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the essential requirements, including how 
to file if you **don’t have a Social Security Number (SSN)** or **Individual Taxpayer
Identification Number (ITIN)**. Plus, we’ll show you how to get an **EIN (Employer
Identification Number)** for your LLC—yes, even without an SSN or ITIN.

This article is tailored specifically for **foreigners with a U.S. LLC**, so you
can stay compliant and avoid costly IRS penalties. [Follow this link to learn more.](https://www.llcuniversity.com/irs/form-5472-foreign-owned-llc/)

 *   Albert J Lum
 *      Albert J Lum, Esq. has over 25 years experience as an attorney in the Greater
   Los Angeles area, specifically helping small business owners like himself, budding
   entrepreneurs, and anyone in need of assistance with intellectual property matters.

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