Legal Question in Business Law in New York

Can a visitor to US starts corporation ?

Can a visitor to US (foreign resident) can establish a small business name here and give a Power of Attorney to his/her relatives to carry out the business activities?

By small business means not that someone wants to invest 500K. It's just something to start a business under non resident alien ?

I am looking to hire an attorney to help with this.


Asked on 4/14/09, 10:10 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Steve Brodsky Esq. CheapNewYorkLLC.com

Re: Can a visitor to US starts corporation ?

The short answer is yes, you can do this without much problem. I offer some of the lowest fees and best guidance in NY. Feel free to visit my website or call me.

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Answered on 4/15/09, 9:50 am
Kristen Browde Browde Law, P.C.

Re: Can a visitor to US starts corporation ?

The short answer to your question is, yes. But there can be some complications - things that can be avoided by careful planning.

If you'd like to arrange a consultation, please feel free to get in touch.

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Answered on 4/14/09, 10:16 pm
William Frenkel Frenkel Sukhman LLP

Re: Can a visitor to US starts corporation ?

A non-resident alien can generally be an owner (shareholder, partner or member) of a U.S. business entity. What is not permitted to such person is employment by the U.S. company in the U.S. without having an appropriate visa. Powers of attorney are not commonly used in U.S. practice to manage companies but there are other ways to authorize U.S. residents to act on behalf of the company. Consult an immigration and business attorney to structure the relationship properly.

The above response is in the nature of general information, is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship.

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Answered on 4/15/09, 8:21 am


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