Clemta vs. Stripe Atlas: Which Is Better for Starting a US Company?
Stripe Atlas gets you incorporated in Delaware; Clemta also handles what comes after. Compare states, pricing, EIN, banking and compliance side by side.
Özgür Kuşkonmaz
Head of Business Development at Clemta
Articles by Özgür Kuşkonmaz
Can You Open a U.S. Business Bank Account Without an SSN?
Yes, with the right provider. Which platforms accept an EIN and passport, which insist on an SSN, what documents you need and why applications get declined.
Articles of Incorporation vs Articles of Organization: What is the Difference
Articles of organization create an LLC and articles of incorporation create a corporation; they are the same kind of filing for two different entity types. Some states use a different name for the identical document — Delaware and Texas call the LLC version a certificate of formation. The only substantive difference is that articles of incorporation authorise shares, which is why outside investors require a corporation.
A Comprehensive Guide to the SS-4 Form for Non-US Entrepreneurs
Form SS-4 is the IRS application used to request an Employer Identification Number for a business. It collects the entity's legal name, mailing address, entity type, responsible party and reason for applying, and it can be submitted by fax, mail or phone when the online application is not available. Founders without a US Social Security Number use this form as their route to an EIN.
How to Get an EIN Number: What It Is and How to Apply
An EIN is the nine-digit federal tax identification number the IRS assigns to a business entity, and it is required to open a US business bank account, run payroll and file federal returns. It can be obtained online, by fax, by mail, or by phone for international applicants, and the IRS charges no fee for it. Founders without a US Social Security Number cannot use the online application and must submit Form SS-4 by fax or mail instead.
Register a Company in Delaware USA (LLC & C-Corp Guide 2026)
Discover why Delaware is the #1 choice for registering a U.S. company. This complete guide provides a step-by-step process for entrepreneurs, including non-U.S. residents, covering everything.