Forming a Delaware LLC for Turkish E-commerce Sellers
Turkish e-commerce sellers can establish a Delaware LLC to access US payment gateways and global marketplaces. This structure separates personal assets from business liabilities while providing a legal entity for international operations.
Operating as a non-resident owner requires strict adherence to US federal reporting requirements, specifically regarding US-source income and annual information returns.
Model the full outlay, not just the setup fee
- SetupMercury (banking-only) setup$0.00
- AnnualYear 2 renewal$0.00
What the tax authority sees
US LLCs are pass-through entities for federal tax purposes, meaning income is generally taxed at the member level unless the LLC is engaged in a trade or business in the US (ETBUS).
KVK Article 3; Etsy/Amazon marketplace withholding rules apply
Use Mercury for USD banking to manage marketplace payouts, but ensure you track US-source income to comply with Turkish KVK Article 3 and local withholding requirements.
- 01Form 5472 and 5476 filing penalty of $25,000 for non-compliance
- 02Double taxation risk if Turkish tax residency is not properly managed
- 03Marketplace withholding rules under US tax law for non-resident aliens
From filing to funded bank account
US LLC (Delaware) vs Estonia OÜ (e-Residency)
FAQ
Start filing with Mercury (banking-only)
Formation typically completes in 2–3 weeks. Use the promo below, then click through to begin the checklist directly on the platform.