Your Foreign LLC Tax Compliance
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ForeignLLCTax.com is a self-service web application for preparing the IRS filings a foreign-owned U.S. company needs: Form 5472 with pro forma Form 1120, partnership Form 1065, Form 1040-NR, and EIN (SS-4) / ITIN (W-7) applications.
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$25,000 penalty per form, per year for not filing Form 5472 — even with zero income. IRS Source
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The April 15 deadline for tax year 2025 has passed and 2026 forms aren't out yet. Pick the path that fits your situation — most people pick option 1.
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Late or Past-Year Filing
Missed 5472 for prior years? Read this first. Late filing is high-risk territory — the best strategy is a CPA + tax attorney before any IRS contact.
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- +§6038A small-corporation exception explained
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If you are already late: read this before you do anything
ForeignLLCTax.com is a self-service tool, not a CPA firm, law firm, or enrolled agent. For late or past-year filings, the safest strategy is to consult a licensed CPA and tax attorney before any IRS contact. Penalty abatement is fact-specific legal advocacy — a poorly drafted letter can lock in the full $25,000 per form, plus continuation penalties of $25,000 per 30-day period after IRS notification, and may foreclose better options like the Streamlined Procedures. We provide preliminary research, IRS resource links, and referrals to qualified specialists. If you choose to file anything yourself, you bear the full risk.
Did you know? Form 5472 cannot be e-filed.
Foreign-owned single-member LLCs must fax or mail their Form 5472 to the IRS. Learn exactly how.
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Hundreds of thousands of personalised video walkthroughs. Every field linked to official IRS instructions. You're not trusting a black box — you can verify everything yourself.
A conversation, not a form
Our chat assistant walks you through every field one at a time, explains what the IRS expects, and links to the official instructions. When you hit a tricky question, it surfaces a personalised video walkthrough from our library of hundreds of thousands of scenario-based guides — matched to your exact situation.
- Asks one question at a time with IRS context
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Zero Income? Covered.
Formation costs alone create reportable transactions. Our wizard walks you through reporting them.
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Why File It Yourself?
Your foreign-owned LLC is a niche filing. Understanding it yourself isn't just cheaper — it's often more reliable.
Most CPAs aren't specialists in this
Foreign-owned disregarded entities are a niche within a niche. We've seen CPAs treat single-member LLCs as C corporations, miss Part V requirements, or not know that Form 5472 can't be e-filed. A generalist may charge $400–$900 and still get the entity classification wrong.
Nobody understands your LLC better than you
You know your formation details, transactions, and ownership. A CPA asks the same questions we do — you'd just pay $500+ for someone to type your answers into the same IRS forms.
You bear the risk either way
Even if a CPA files for you, you are personally liable for errors. The $25,000 penalty falls on you, not your accountant. Since you're on the hook regardless, understanding what you file makes sense.
It's more approachable than you think
For a typical single-member LLC, it's mostly information you already have: LLC name, EIN, owner details, and transactions. We explain each field in plain English with video walkthroughs for the tricky parts.
Not a substitute for professional tax advice. Complex multi-entity or transfer pricing situations should consult a qualified international tax professional.
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Department of the Treasury — Internal Revenue Service
Form 5472
Information Return of a 25% Foreign-Owned U.S. Corporation
Built for Foreign-Owned Disregarded Entities
Not a generic tax tool. Every screen, question, and help link is purpose-built for this specific IRS filing.
Form 5472
Information Return of a 25% Foreign-Owned U.S. Corporation. Required annually for all foreign-owned disregarded entities.
Pro Forma 1120
The cover return the IRS requires when a disregarded entity files Form 5472. Pre-filled with zeros and correct checkboxes.
Part V Attachment
Required statement describing formation costs and other disregarded entity transactions under Treas. Reg. 1.482-1(i)(7).
What It Costs
An honest comparison. For this specific filing, doing it yourself makes sense.
General CPA
$400–900
per filing
- + CPA-prepared and reviewed
- + 1–3 week turnaround
- ! May not specialize in disregarded entities
- ! You still bear liability for errors
Online Platforms
$100–300
per filing + add-ons
- + Bundled with other services
- + Subscription-based
- ! Generic — not built for disregarded entities
- ! Account creation required
ForeignLLCTax.com
Guided self-filing
- + Purpose-built for disregarded entities
- + Every field linked to IRS instructions
- + You understand what you're filing
- + No account, no sub, instant PDF
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What Our Users Say
Foreign LLC owners from 50+ countries use our tools to stay IRS-compliant.
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Brazil
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India
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United Kingdom
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Germany
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China
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Australia
“I found the YouTube channel first, then discovered the filing tool. Being able to learn AND file in one place is exactly what I needed as a first-time filer.”
How It Works
Answer Questions
14 steps covering LLC details, owner info, and transactions. Each field explains what the IRS expects.
Learn as You Go
Every question links to official IRS instructions. Watch video walkthroughs for the tricky parts.
Preview & Download
See your data on the actual IRS forms in real time. Download the complete PDF.
Submit to IRS
Follow included instructions to fax or mail your forms. Form 5472 for DEs can't be e-filed.
Is This for You?
If you own a U.S. LLC as a non-resident, you must file Form 5472 annually — even with zero revenue.
Foreign-owned single-member U.S. LLCs classified as disregarded entities — including LLCs with no income
LLCs formed through Stripe Atlas, Firstbase, Doola, Incfile, or any U.S. formation service
Non-resident aliens who own or owned a U.S. LLC at any point during the tax year
Digital nomads and remote founders running SaaS, e-commerce, or freelance businesses through a U.S. LLC
FAQ
Do I need to file even if my LLC had zero income?
Yes. The IRS requires Form 5472 for all foreign-owned disregarded entities, regardless of income. Formation costs alone create reportable transactions under Treas. Reg. 1.482-1(i)(7).
What forms are included?
Pro forma Form 1120 (cover return), Form 5472 (information return), Part V attachment statement, and step-by-step IRS submission instructions with fax number and mailing address.
Can I e-file Form 5472 for a disregarded entity?
No. The IRS does not accept e-filed Form 5472 for foreign-owned disregarded entities. You must fax or mail. We generate the print-ready PDF.
What if I have a complex tax situation?
This tool handles standard foreign-owned single-member LLC filings. For multiple entities, transfer pricing, or FDII, we recommend a qualified international tax professional.
What happens to my data?
Processed entirely in your browser. Not stored on our servers. Saved locally so you can resume, and clearable at any time.
Expanding Our Services
Beyond Single-Member LLCs
Multi-member partnerships and ECI situations — same DIY approach, same transparent pricing.
Multi-Member LLC Filing
Partnership Returns
Form 1065, K-1/K-3 for each partner, Section 1446 withholding, and Form 5472 for 25%+ foreign owners. Complete partnership filing package.
ECI Filing Add-On
Effectively Connected Income
ECI determination, withholding calculations, 1040-NR / 1120-F preparation guide, and CPA-ready data export for complex situations.
About This App
About ForeignLLCTax
ForeignLLCTax (foreignllctax.com) is a self-service web application that helps non-U.S. residents who own U.S. companies prepare their IRS filings. Guided wizards generate Form 5472 with a pro forma Form 1120 for foreign-owned single-member LLCs, partnership returns (Form 1065 with partner schedules), ECI filings (Form 1040-NR), and EIN (Form SS-4) and ITIN (Form W-7) applications. Every form field is explained in plain English and linked to the official IRS instructions, supported by video walkthroughs, free AI-powered tax tools, country-specific compliance guides, and a community Q&A library. ForeignLLCTax is an educational self-service tool, not a CPA or law firm, and does not provide tax advice.
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