US Phone Number

Does a non-resident need a US Phone Number to start an LLC?

Short Answer: No

Long Answer (Read below):

As a non-resident, you can easily obtain a VoIP number, but these numbers are not as useful as non-VoIP numbers.

The usability of VoIP numbers varies - most cannot be used with WhatsApp, Telegram, and many other services, with only a few exceptions.

However, a VoIP number can make and receive calls and SMS.

There are many providers offering these numbers, with prices ranging from less than a dollar a month upward.

Some services provide non-VoIP numbers, but expect to pay significantly more for such a service.

Almost everywhere you sign up, you'll need to go through a KYC (Know Your Customer) process.

They won't give you a phone number without verifying your identity for compliance and spam prevention reasons.

So, you don't strictly need a US phone number to start an LLC.

There's no significant difference in core offerings between VoIP providers. They all provide a VoIP number; those with extra add-on features are pricier than others.

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