# doola

> doola — knowledge base and documentation. This is [llms.txt](/llms.txt), the complete documentation index.

## Articles

- [Can doola help with visa or immigration applications?](https://ask.doola.com/article/f50cf40f-can-doola-help-with-visa-or-immigration-applications.md): doola doesn't provide visa or immigration services. For anything related to a US visa or immigration
- [Do you offer any guarantees on your services?](https://ask.doola.com/article/daa7c71b-do-you-offer-any-guarantees-on-your-services.md): doola's Money Back Guarantee applies only to formation errors caused by doola. Claims must be submit
- [What is doola and what services do you offer?](https://ask.doola.com/article/f56782e3-what-is-doola-and-what-services-do-you-offer.md): doola is a platform built to help entrepreneurs form and manage US companies from anywhere in the wo
- [What makes doola different from Stripe Atlas or LegalZoom?](https://ask.doola.com/article/cd1ad3a7-what-makes-doola-different-from-stripe-atlas-or-legalzoom.md): doola stands apart by bundling company formation, bookkeeping, tax filing, and analytics into one co
- [Where can I follow doola on social media and find company updates?](https://ask.doola.com/article/1afc97ae-where-can-i-follow-doola-on-social-media-and-find-company-updates.md): You can follow doola's company updates on Twitter/X, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Faceb
- [Who uses doola?](https://ask.doola.com/article/ffb34835-who-uses-doola.md): doola works with founders and business owners around the world, both U.S.-based and international, w
- [Are doola plan prices monthly or annual?](https://ask.doola.com/article/826e3aea-are-doola-plan-prices-monthly-or-annual.md): doola plans can be billed either monthly or annually - and paying annually gets you a discount on se
- [doola Standalone Tax Filing-Only Service: What It Covers](https://ask.doola.com/article/8a192242-doola-standalone-tax-filing-only-service-what-it-covers.md): doola's standalone tax filing service covers your federal tax filings, including Form 5472 and the p
- [What Is Included in the doola Tax and Compliance Plan](https://ask.doola.com/article/8e5a7127-what-is-included-in-the-doola-tax-and-compliance-plan.md): The doola Tax and Compliance plan is built for founders who want support with their federal taxes an
- [What pricing plans does doola offer (Pulse, Starter, Tax and Compliance, Business-in-a-Box™)?](https://ask.doola.com/article/26cb42f9-what-pricing-plans-does-doola-offer-pulse-starter-tax-and-compliance-business-in-a-box.md): doola offers tiered pricing plans (Pulse, Starter, Tax and Compliance, and Business-in-a-Box™), each
- [What’s included in the Business-in-a-Box plan?](https://ask.doola.com/article/8836d7f4-whats-included-in-the-business-in-a-box-plan.md): The Business-in-a-Box plan bundles doola's essential services into one subscription: business format
- [What’s the difference between the Starter Plan and the Tax and Compliance Plan?](https://ask.doola.com/article/bf938323-whats-the-difference-between-the-starter-plan-and-the-tax-and-compliance-plan.md): The Starter Plan covers the essentials of getting your company legally formed: state filing and your
- [Am I required to get an ITIN?](https://ask.doola.com/article/586d1c78-am-i-required-to-get-an-itin.md): You need an ITIN only if you aren't eligible for a Social Security Number (SSN) and you need a US ta
- [Does a Social Security number (SSN) expire?](https://ask.doola.com/article/2d617b80-does-a-social-security-number-ssn-expire.md): Once the Social Security Administration assigns you an SSN, it's yours for life - it doesn't expire.
- [Does Tax and Compliance cover Form 5472 and 1120-Pro Forma for foreign-owned single-member LLCs?](https://ask.doola.com/article/bcf02a47-does-tax-and-compliance-cover-form-5472-and-1120-pro-forma-for-foreign-owned-single-member-llcs.md): Yes. Form 5472 and the related pro forma Form 1120 are included in the Tax and Compliance plan for f
- [How do I file Form 5472 for my foreign-owned LLC, and what are the requirements?](https://ask.doola.com/article/4100a5db-how-do-i-file-form-5472-for-my-foreign-owned-llc-and-what-are-the-requirements.md): You file Form 5472 if your LLC is at least 25% foreign-owned and had certain reportable transactions
- [How to apply for an ITIN through doola](https://ask.doola.com/article/78f2a084-how-to-apply-for-an-itin-through-doola.md): An ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) is a tax ID the IRS issues to people who need on
- [Important taxation compliance for non-US residents with a single-member or multi-member LLC](https://ask.doola.com/article/317017e1-important-taxation-compliance-for-non-us-residents-with-a-single-member-or-multi-member-llc.md): How you're taxed as a non-US resident running a US LLC depends heavily on your specific setup, but h
- [What are the penalties for missing a Form 5472 compliance deadline?](https://ask.doola.com/article/9fb6baad-what-are-the-penalties-for-missing-a-form-5472-compliance-deadline.md): Missing the Form 5472 filing deadline as a Foreign-Owned Single-Member LLC carries a steep IRS penal
- [Can doola file my annual business taxes for me?](https://ask.doola.com/article/04be9a19-can-doola-file-my-annual-business-taxes-for-me.md): doola handles your company's tax filings - but not your personal tax return. What doola handles - Fe
- [Do I need to file a 1099 for contractors I paid?](https://ask.doola.com/article/69715397-do-i-need-to-file-a-1099-for-contractors-i-paid.md): If you paid an independent contractor or another non-employee for services, you may need to send the
- [How to Book a Tax Consultation Using the doola Dashboard](https://ask.doola.com/article/d377ba6c-how-to-book-a-tax-consultation-using-the-doola-dashboard.md): A tax consultation is a session of up to 30 minutes with one of doola's tax professionals. You can b
- [How to start your tax filing in the doola dashboard](https://ask.doola.com/article/6a1d1ca6-how-to-start-your-tax-filing-in-the-doola-dashboard.md): If your doola plan includes tax filing, you start your federal tax return from your doola dashboard.
- [Tax questionnaire not showing after purchase of tax filing services](https://ask.doola.com/article/cafc9eec-tax-questionnaire-not-showing-after-purchase-of-tax-filing-services.md): If you purchased a plan that includes tax filing but don't see the tax questionnaire in your dashboa
- [What documents do I need to submit for tax filings or US residency certification (IRS Form 8802/Form 6166)?](https://ask.doola.com/article/8843fb68-what-documents-do-i-need-to-submit-for-tax-filings-or-us-residency-certification-irs-form-8802form-6166.md): For your tax filings, doola's tax team will confirm exactly which documents to prepare based on your
- [What is Form 1099-MISC?](https://ask.doola.com/article/a818617f-what-is-form-1099-misc.md): Form 1099-MISC is an IRS form used to report certain payments your business makes to individuals tha
- [How long does sales tax registration take?](https://ask.doola.com/article/aa2553ae-how-long-does-sales-tax-registration-take.md): Sales tax registration timing depends on the state where you're registering. Processing times usuall
- [How much does sales tax registration cost?](https://ask.doola.com/article/242fe0d6-how-much-does-sales-tax-registration-cost.md): doola partners with Kintsugi to handle your sales tax registration and ongoing compliance, and Kints
- [How to Access Sales Tax Portal and File Zero Tax Declaration Using Kintsugi](https://ask.doola.com/article/afc3c613-how-to-access-sales-tax-portal-and-file-zero-tax-declaration-using-kintsugi.md): doola no longer manages sales tax filings or portal credentials directly, so if you need to file a z
- [How to know if you need to register for sales tax](https://ask.doola.com/article/7da2867b-how-to-know-if-you-need-to-register-for-sales-tax.md): You need to register for sales tax in any state where you have "nexus," meaning a significant enough
- [What are my sales tax responsibilities if my company provides SaaS?](https://ask.doola.com/article/15aa3059-what-are-my-sales-tax-responsibilities-if-my-company-provides-saas.md): Software as a Service (SaaS) sales tax rules vary significantly by state. Whether you need to charge
- [What are the tax responsibilities of a wholesaler and what is a resale certificate?](https://ask.doola.com/article/58da47d7-what-are-the-tax-responsibilities-of-a-wholesaler-and-what-is-a-resale-certificate.md): Wholesalers are generally responsible for collecting and remitting sales tax only when selling direc
- [What is sales tax registration?](https://ask.doola.com/article/f45bcece-what-is-sales-tax-registration.md): Sales tax is a tax charged on the sale of goods or certain services, and sales tax registration is h
- [Which states are supported for sales tax registration?](https://ask.doola.com/article/369a37a4-which-states-are-supported-for-sales-tax-registration.md): doola partners with Kintsugi to handle your sales tax registrations. Kintsugi supports registration,
- [Which states require sales tax registration?](https://ask.doola.com/article/43ce9f04-which-states-require-sales-tax-registration.md): Most U.S. states require you to register for sales tax once you meet that state's physical or econom
- [Why don’t wholesalers charge sales tax to retailers in the United States?](https://ask.doola.com/article/ceaad302-why-dont-wholesalers-charge-sales-tax-to-retailers-in-the-united-states.md): Wholesalers don't charge sales tax to retailers because retailers aren't the end user of the product
- [Wyoming-registered business selling nationwide: what tax liabilities should I be aware of?](https://ask.doola.com/article/9d155e76-wyoming-registered-business-selling-nationwide-what-tax-liabilities-should-i-be-aware-of.md): As a Wyoming LLC, you won't owe state income tax in Wyoming itself, but that doesn't exempt your sal
- [How long does it take the IRS to process an S-Corp election (Form 2553)?](https://ask.doola.com/article/a83a85cc-how-long-does-it-take-the-irs-to-process-an-s-corp-election-form-2553.md): Processing an S-Corp election (Form 2553) typically takes about 60 days from the date the IRS receiv
- [What are the benefits of electing S-Corp status?](https://ask.doola.com/article/9446c70e-what-are-the-benefits-of-electing-s-corp-status.md): Electing S-Corp status can meaningfully reduce your tax bill and add liability protection, if your b
- [What are the requirements for an S-Corp election?](https://ask.doola.com/article/be1ee3ce-what-are-the-requirements-for-an-s-corp-election.md): Electing S-Corp status requires meeting several IRS eligibility rules before you file, and all share
- [What are the shareholder eligibility requirements for an S-Corp election?](https://ask.doola.com/article/4e6bd691-what-are-the-shareholder-eligibility-requirements-for-an-s-corp-election.md): S-Corp shareholders have to meet specific IRS eligibility rules, since not every owner or entity typ
- [What are the W-8ECI and W-8EXP forms?](https://ask.doola.com/article/6d8b04fb-what-are-the-w-8eci-and-w-8exp-forms.md): Form W-8ECI and Form W-8EXP are specialized IRS withholding certificates that most businesses and be
- [What happens if my S-Corp election is denied?](https://ask.doola.com/article/e4de5c1b-what-happens-if-my-s-corp-election-is-denied.md): If the IRS denies your S-Corp election, you'll typically receive a notice explaining why, most often
- [What is IRS Form 6166 (Certification of US Tax Residency)?](https://ask.doola.com/article/3886b0f3-what-is-irs-form-6166-certification-of-us-tax-residency.md): IRS Form 6166 is the U.S. government's official Certification of U.S. Tax Residency. It's a letter, 
- [What is IRS Form W-8BEN-E?](https://ask.doola.com/article/33123159-what-is-irs-form-w-8ben-e.md): IRS Form W-8BEN-E, officially the Certificate of Status of Beneficial Owner for United States Tax Wi
- [What is IRS Form W-8BEN?](https://ask.doola.com/article/2b1bb26d-what-is-irs-form-w-8ben.md): IRS Form W-8BEN, officially the Certificate of Foreign Status of Beneficial Owner for United States 
- [What is the K series of tax forms?](https://ask.doola.com/article/7c0ba46e-what-is-the-k-series-of-tax-forms.md): The K series covers tax forms that partnerships and S-corporations use to pass income, losses, and o
- [What to know about electing to be taxed as a C corporation (double taxation)](https://ask.doola.com/article/d1fcff60-what-to-know-about-electing-to-be-taxed-as-a-c-corporation-double-taxation.md): Electing to be taxed as a C-Corporation means your business faces double taxation in the U.S.: the c
- [Do I need to file IRS taxes for my new LLC with $0 revenue, and which forms apply?](https://ask.doola.com/article/fbb3e8b5-do-i-need-to-file-irs-taxes-for-my-new-llc-with-0-revenue-and-which-forms-apply.md): Even with zero revenue, your LLC likely still needs to file in most cases. Which form depends on how
- [How is Single-Member or Multi-Member LLC income reported by default on a US tax return?](https://ask.doola.com/article/41abbbdd-how-is-single-member-or-multi-member-llc-income-reported-by-default-on-a-us-tax-return.md): By default, how your LLC's income is reported depends on how many members it has. A single-member LL
- [What is considered U.S. source income?](https://ask.doola.com/article/94c549ba-what-is-considered-us-source-income.md): Under US tax law, whether income counts as "US source" comes down to one thing: whether it comes fro
- [What is the deadline for filing business taxes?](https://ask.doola.com/article/8ffb2016-what-is-the-deadline-for-filing-business-taxes.md): Business tax deadlines depend on your entity type. Most LLCs taxed as sole proprietorships and C-cor
- [What tax deductions can I claim for my business?](https://ask.doola.com/article/119d5efd-what-tax-deductions-can-i-claim-for-my-business.md): You can generally deduct ordinary and necessary business expenses, meaning costs that are common in 
- [What taxes will I need to pay in the U.S.?](https://ask.doola.com/article/eaf66274-what-taxes-will-i-need-to-pay-in-the-us.md): Which U.S. taxes apply to you depends on your entity type, your tax residency status, and how your b
- [Customer Responsibility for Purchasing Third-Party SIM and eSIM Services with doola](https://ask.doola.com/article/a0c82946-customer-responsibility-for-purchasing-third-party-sim-and-esim-services-with-doola.md): You're responsible for purchasing your own SIM or eSIM service - doola doesn't buy, order, or pay fo
- [Do I need a US business phone number?](https://ask.doola.com/article/78586155-do-i-need-a-us-business-phone-number.md): Not strictly required, but it's useful: a dedicated US business number lets you handle verifications
- [How do I update my email address or personal information in my account?](https://ask.doola.com/article/b84f80a6-how-do-i-update-my-email-address-or-personal-information-in-my-account.md): You update your email address or other personal account information by logging in to your doola dash
- [How to reset your password](https://ask.doola.com/article/d241546c-how-to-reset-your-password.md): You can reset your password in under a minute, either from inside your dashboard or from the login p
- [How to Use a Quo Phone Number on Your Mobile Device](https://ask.doola.com/article/ae1cdb98-how-to-use-a-quo-phone-number-on-your-mobile-device.md): To use your Quo phone number (formerly OpenPhone) on your mobile device, install and sign in to the 
- [How does doola keep my information safe?](https://ask.doola.com/article/4c234393-how-does-doola-keep-my-information-safe.md): doola protects your information through a multi-layered security approach built on encryption, secur
- [I’m out of AI Co-Founder credits, how can I get more?](https://ask.doola.com/article/0de2f07a-im-out-of-ai-co-founder-credits-how-can-i-get-more.md): AI Co-Founder credits are included with your plan. When they run out, access pauses until you add mo
- [What is doola Perks?](https://ask.doola.com/article/db0ad305-what-is-doola-perks.md): doola Perks is a members-only savings program that gives you access to discounted rates on everyday 
- [Why can’t I access features like adding team members or linking an external bank account?](https://ask.doola.com/article/2672c7c4-why-cant-i-access-features-like-adding-team-members-or-linking-an-external-bank-account.md): Some features on doola are tied to your specific plan, which is why you may not see everything in yo
- [How to track your doola support tickets in the Help Center](https://ask.doola.com/article/625e8b60-how-to-track-your-doola-support-tickets-in-the-help-center.md): Submit support requests, track their progress, and communicate with the doola team, all in one place
- [What customer support channels does doola offer?](https://ask.doola.com/article/13dd2ff4-what-customer-support-channels-does-doola-offer.md): You can contact doola support through the chatbot in the bottom-right corner of this page, by emaili
- [Can I upgrade or downgrade my doola plan later?](https://ask.doola.com/article/8099ce06-can-i-upgrade-or-downgrade-my-doola-plan-later.md): Yes. You can upgrade, downgrade, or switch your billing cycle later. Depending on your account, you 
- [How to cancel your subscription, request a refund, or change your plan](https://ask.doola.com/article/b701b814-how-to-cancel-your-subscription-request-a-refund-or-change-your-plan.md): You can cancel your doola subscription by filling out doola's cancellation form or by emailing hello
- [How to Review and Correct Invoice and Billing Details Before and After Payment](https://ask.doola.com/article/3221a8c6-how-to-review-and-correct-invoice-and-billing-details-before-and-after-payment.md): Before you pay a doola invoice, check these details for accuracy: - Your legal business name - Your 
- [What’s included in my doola plan, and why am I being charged extra?](https://ask.doola.com/article/24dffb1d-whats-included-in-my-doola-plan-and-why-am-i-being-charged-extra.md): Your doola plan includes a set of core services, and some services are optional add-ons that are bil
- [Can I use doola if I set up an LLP in India?](https://ask.doola.com/article/fe2e789e-can-i-use-doola-if-i-set-up-an-llp-in-india.md): Yes. Having an LLP in India does not, by itself, prevent you from forming a separate U.S. LLC throug
- [Is there a minimum age to form or own an LLC?](https://ask.doola.com/article/ee6bcb0e-is-there-a-minimum-age-to-form-or-own-an-llc.md): There's no minimum age set by state law to form or own an LLC. Wyoming's LLC statute, for example, o
- [Should I form my business in Wyoming or Delaware?](https://ask.doola.com/article/3f439b22-should-i-form-my-business-in-wyoming-or-delaware.md): Which state fits best depends mostly on your growth plans. Delaware is the standard choice if you pl
- [Should I form my LLC in the state I live in?](https://ask.doola.com/article/8982fed5-should-i-form-my-llc-in-the-state-i-live-in.md): The best state to form your LLC in is almost always your home state. Since your business is primaril
- [What business structure does doola recommend for international founders?](https://ask.doola.com/article/aae28cde-what-business-structure-does-doola-recommend-for-international-founders.md): doola generally recommends one of two structures based on your goals. If you're funding your busines
- [What is an LLC (Limited Liability Company)?](https://ask.doola.com/article/e1f91d12-what-is-an-llc-limited-liability-company.md): An LLC (Limited Liability Company) is a US business structure that separates your business from you 
- [What’s the difference between an LLC and a C-Corp, and which is right for my business?](https://ask.doola.com/article/9044bc9c-whats-the-difference-between-an-llc-and-a-c-corp-and-which-is-right-for-my-business.md): An LLC and a C-Corporation differ mainly in taxation and structure: an LLC offers pass-through taxat
- [Can I get an EIN with my SSN if I have a poor credit score?](https://ask.doola.com/article/b3880846-can-i-get-an-ein-with-my-ssn-if-i-have-a-poor-credit-score.md): Your credit score has no effect on getting an EIN - the IRS doesn't pull credit history when process
- [Can I use someone else’s SSN (a nominee) to get an EIN?](https://ask.doola.com/article/cbbad2e4-can-i-use-someone-elses-ssn-a-nominee-to-get-an-ein.md): The IRS doesn't allow using a nominee's SSN to get an EIN. Every EIN application must disclose the t
- [Do I need an EIN, and what is it used for?](https://ask.doola.com/article/b6eaff40-do-i-need-an-ein-and-what-is-it-used-for.md): An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is your business's federal tax ID, and yes, you'll need it t
- [EIN vs. ITIN: What’s the Difference and What Is Form SS-4?](https://ask.doola.com/article/82ddac6a-ein-vs-itin-whats-the-difference-and-what-is-form-ss-4.md): - An EIN identifies your business. - An ITIN or SSN identifies you as an individual. Understand the 
- [How can I get the EIN faster?](https://ask.doola.com/article/5e5156b9-how-can-i-get-the-ein-faster.md): If your EIN application is still in progress, you may be able to speed it up with doola's Expedite E
- [How do I correct a mistake on my EIN letter?](https://ask.doola.com/article/942f3dc6-how-do-i-correct-a-mistake-on-my-ein-letter.md): If there's a mistake on your EIN letter (a misspelled name or an incorrect detail), don't contact th
- [How non-U.S. residents get an EIN or ITIN for an LLC and understand U.S. tax filing obligations](https://ask.doola.com/article/1038dc26-how-non-us-residents-get-an-ein-or-itin-for-an-llc-and-understand-us-tax-filing-obligations.md): As a non-U.S. resident with a U.S. LLC, you'll typically need an EIN, and depending on your situatio
- [Understanding IRS Form 8821 for Tax Information Authorization and EIN Processing](https://ask.doola.com/article/226580d2-understanding-irs-form-8821-for-tax-information-authorization-and-ein-processing.md): Form 8821 is an IRS Tax Information Authorization form. Signing it authorizes doola to communicate w
- [Do I need a Social Security Number (SSN) to start a company in the US?](https://ask.doola.com/article/1848cd17-do-i-need-a-social-security-number-ssn-to-start-a-company-in-the-us.md): You don't need a US Social Security Number (SSN) to form a company in the US. Non-residents can form
- [Do President, Secretary, and Treasurer roles in a C-Corp need to be different people?](https://ask.doola.com/article/d7f90d4f-do-president-secretary-and-treasurer-roles-in-a-c-corp-need-to-be-different-people.md): When you open a C-Corp, you'll need to appoint people to these officer roles, but the same person ca
- [doola Starter Plan Supports LLC Formation With Multiple Founders and 50/50 Ownership Split](https://ask.doola.com/article/48c0380f-doola-starter-plan-supports-llc-formation-with-multiple-founders-and-5050-ownership-split.md): You can form a US LLC with multiple owners even if every single owner is a non-US person and a non-U
- [How can doola help non-residents form an LLC and stay compliant without using a home address?](https://ask.doola.com/article/6548c776-how-can-doola-help-non-residents-form-an-llc-and-stay-compliant-without-using-a-home-address.md): doola can form your LLC and keep it compliant with state and federal requirements without you ever p
- [What are the steps to form a company from start to finish?](https://ask.doola.com/article/eae935c2-what-are-the-steps-to-form-a-company-from-start-to-finish.md): Forming a company with doola generally follows four steps, from initial filing through to getting pa
- [What business address should I enter on the application?](https://ask.doola.com/article/3acfe202-what-business-address-should-i-enter-on-the-application.md): You can use a personal address from anywhere in the world as your business address on the applicatio
- [Why are my documents repeatedly flagged for missing items or incorrect information?](https://ask.doola.com/article/39cf6b65-why-are-my-documents-repeatedly-flagged-for-missing-items-or-incorrect-information.md): If your documents keep getting flagged for missing items or incorrect information, it's usually one 
- [Are there any additional state fees I need to pay?](https://ask.doola.com/article/62341f5f-are-there-any-additional-state-fees-i-need-to-pay.md): Some states do charge extra fees on top of your doola plan price, for things like specific filings o
- [How long does company formation take and when will I get my EIN?](https://ask.doola.com/article/fbc9f864-how-long-does-company-formation-take-and-when-will-i-get-my-ein.md): Formation and EIN timing depends on your state, the IRS, and the time of year. You can follow each s
- [How much does it cost to form and maintain an LLC in different states?](https://ask.doola.com/article/4b5fdf3a-how-much-does-it-cost-to-form-and-maintain-an-llc-in-different-states.md): LLC costs generally break down into two types of fees: a one-time filing fee to form your LLC with t
- [What are the business formation fees for starting an LLC?](https://ask.doola.com/article/a1fc0a10-what-are-the-business-formation-fees-for-starting-an-llc.md): Starting an LLC involves two separate one-time costs: a business setup fee and a state filing fee. T
- [What are the Delaware filing times (standard vs expedited)?](https://ask.doola.com/article/962c0332-what-are-the-delaware-filing-times-standard-vs-expedited.md): Delaware filing times depend on whether you choose standard or expedited processing. Standard proces
- [What is a Registered Agent, and why do I need one?](https://ask.doola.com/article/80b715f0-what-is-a-registered-agent-and-why-do-i-need-one.md): A Registered Agent is the party responsible for receiving legal documents, service of process, and o
- [What is delayed effective filing for an LLC?](https://ask.doola.com/article/061972eb-what-is-delayed-effective-filing-for-an-llc.md): A delayed effective filing lets you choose a specific future date on which your LLC officially comes
- [doola banking partners](https://ask.doola.com/article/ed2d14e4-doola-banking-partners.md): doola partners with several U.S. banking and fintech providers. You can open a business bank account
- [Mercury account through doola: eligibility, required documents, and common rejection reasons](https://ask.doola.com/article/ab2844ac-mercury-account-through-doola-eligibility-required-documents-and-common-rejection-reasons.md): Opening a Mercury account through doola means meeting Mercury's own requirements on top of general U
- [Mercury vs Relay: differences, eligibility requirements, and physical card shipping limits](https://ask.doola.com/article/81ad87c5-mercury-vs-relay-differences-eligibility-requirements-and-physical-card-shipping-limits.md): When you form your company with doola, a few things affect how banking works for you. doola forms yo
- [Which banks does doola partner with?](https://ask.doola.com/article/b1e48127-which-banks-does-doola-partner-with.md): doola partners with a range of U.S. banks and fintechs so you can pick an account option that fits y
- [Can I open a U.S. business bank account without a U.S. address or SSN?](https://ask.doola.com/article/d1136a70-can-i-open-a-us-business-bank-account-without-a-us-address-or-ssn.md): You can open a US business bank account as a non-US founder with doola's support, and you do not nee
- [Can I use my registered agent or virtual office address for a bank account?](https://ask.doola.com/article/7f774511-can-i-use-my-registered-agent-or-virtual-office-address-for-a-bank-account.md): Banks usually ask for more than one address when you open a business account, and each one has its o
- [How can a non-U.S. resident open a U.S. business bank account with doola, and what are the requirements?](https://ask.doola.com/article/97031f01-how-can-a-non-us-resident-open-a-us-business-bank-account-with-doola-and-what-are-the-requirements.md): doola partners with Mercury (and, if needed, other fintech banks like Slash and Relay) to help you o
- [My bank application was rejected, what should I do and can I reapply?](https://ask.doola.com/article/ff87c68d-my-bank-application-was-rejected-what-should-i-do-and-can-i-reapply.md): You can reapply after a rejected bank application. Banks like Mercury, Slash, and Relay each have th
- [What can I do if I can’t open a business bank account because my country isn’t accepted?](https://ask.doola.com/article/9e50c7f5-what-can-i-do-if-i-cant-open-a-business-bank-account-because-my-country-isnt-accepted.md): If a bank turns down your application because of your country or address, you still have paths forwa
- [What do you need to open a business bank account?](https://ask.doola.com/article/9670ba29-what-do-you-need-to-open-a-business-bank-account.md): To open a business bank account, you'll generally need your company formation documents, your EIN, a
- [Can a non-US founder open a Shopify store without a US address, and what’s needed for Shopify Payments?](https://ask.doola.com/article/65218615-can-a-non-us-founder-open-a-shopify-store-without-a-us-address-and-whats-needed-for-shopify-payments.md): You can run a Shopify store without a US address, using PayPal and/or Stripe instead of Shopify Paym
- [Can I use Stripe (or another payment processor) with my U.S. LLC as a non-resident?](https://ask.doola.com/article/92962e9d-can-i-use-stripe-or-another-payment-processor-with-my-us-llc-as-a-non-resident.md): As a non-resident, you can use Stripe (or another payment processor) with your US LLC. US LLCs have 
- [Do I need an ITIN to apply for a credit card?](https://ask.doola.com/article/ea01cbb7-do-i-need-an-itin-to-apply-for-a-credit-card.md): Most US business credit card providers only require your EIN, not an SSN or ITIN. As a non-US reside
- [Do I need an ITIN to set up a U.S. PayPal Business account under my LLC?](https://ask.doola.com/article/d6be330d-do-i-need-an-itin-to-set-up-a-us-paypal-business-account-under-my-llc.md): To open a US PayPal Business account under your LLC, you'll need either a US Social Security Number 
- [Can doola help register an existing LLC as a foreign entity in another state?](https://ask.doola.com/article/0fed0516-can-doola-help-register-an-existing-llc-as-a-foreign-entity-in-another-state.md): doola can help with this. If your LLC operates in multiple states, you likely need foreign qualifica
- [Can I change my LLC to a C-Corp (or a C-Corp to an LLC)?](https://ask.doola.com/article/ca5a103b-can-i-change-my-llc-to-a-c-corp-or-a-c-corp-to-an-llc.md): Most states allow you to convert your entity type, though there are state filing fees involved eithe
- [Can I pause my company with the state after it’s been formed?](https://ask.doola.com/article/baa499a7-can-i-pause-my-company-with-the-state-after-its-been-formed.md): Not exactly - once your company is formed, the state treats it as ongoing indefinitely by default. T
- [How do I get a DBA (doing business as)?](https://ask.doola.com/article/016e028e-how-do-i-get-a-dba-doing-business-as.md): A DBA ("doing business as", also called a trade name or fictitious business name) lets you operate u
- [How do I reactivate a Wyoming LLC that was administratively dissolved?](https://ask.doola.com/article/6f0a4f30-how-do-i-reactivate-a-wyoming-llc-that-was-administratively-dissolved.md): If the state administratively dissolved your Wyoming LLC, usually because of a missed annual report 
- [How do I update my company’s ownership structure or operating agreement?](https://ask.doola.com/article/f2c60eca-how-do-i-update-my-companys-ownership-structure-or-operating-agreement.md): doola provides your Operating Agreement as a general template. To update it, for example after an ow
- [How to add or remove a member of your LLC](https://ask.doola.com/article/af4ee2e7-how-to-add-or-remove-a-member-of-your-llc.md): You can add or remove a member of your LLC through doola. Depending on your state and the type of ch
- [How to change your company’s name or address](https://ask.doola.com/article/2ffa7643-how-to-change-your-companys-name-or-address.md): You can change your company's name or business address after formation by filing an amendment with y
- [How to dissolve your company through the doola dashboard](https://ask.doola.com/article/8eee3b6e-how-to-dissolve-your-company-through-the-doola-dashboard.md): If you've decided to close your company, you can request a formal dissolution directly from your doo
- [If I convert my LLC to a C-Corp, do I need a new EIN?](https://ask.doola.com/article/638351a5-if-i-convert-my-llc-to-a-c-corp-do-i-need-a-new-ein.md): You'll need a new EIN if you do a full legal conversion of your LLC into a C-Corp, because the IRS t
- [Do I have to pay franchise tax in Delaware or Wyoming?](https://ask.doola.com/article/64500e56-do-i-have-to-pay-franchise-tax-in-delaware-or-wyoming.md): It depends on the state: Delaware has a franchise tax, while Wyoming does not. Wyoming has a differe
- [Do I need to file a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report for my LLC?](https://ask.doola.com/article/15cb5b19-do-i-need-to-file-a-beneficial-ownership-information-boi-report-for-my-llc.md): No, if your company was formed in the US. Under FinCEN's interim final rule of March 2025, finalized
- [How to Access the Annual Reports Tab and Start an Annual Report Filing Request](https://ask.doola.com/article/be27bede-how-to-access-the-annual-reports-tab-and-start-an-annual-report-filing-request.md): Access Annual Reports in your doola dashboard The Annual Reports tab is now available in your doola 
- [How to File Wyoming Annual State Compliance Reports and Use doola's Filing Service](https://ask.doola.com/article/cfae84d8-how-to-file-wyoming-annual-state-compliance-reports-and-use-doolas-filing-service.md): You need to file the Wyoming annual report every year to keep your LLC active and in good standing w
- [Should I file my annual report and tax return myself or use a paid package?](https://ask.doola.com/article/0ab2f6ca-should-i-file-my-annual-report-and-tax-return-myself-or-use-a-paid-package.md): Whether to DIY or pay for a package comes down to how complex your situation is and how much risk yo
- [What are my ongoing compliance obligations after formation?](https://ask.doola.com/article/824debb4-what-are-my-ongoing-compliance-obligations-after-formation.md): Every US business has ongoing filing and compliance obligations that start the moment it's formed, e
- [What are the annual report fees for an LLC in Delaware and Wyoming?](https://ask.doola.com/article/245e4814-what-are-the-annual-report-fees-for-an-llc-in-delaware-and-wyoming.md): Annual report fees are set by each state and can change. For example, Delaware charges LLCs a flat a
- [What compliance filings do I need to complete, and when?](https://ask.doola.com/article/22edb005-what-compliance-filings-do-i-need-to-complete-and-when.md): Your required filings depend on your entity type and state, but most businesses need to stay on top 
- [What is a Certificate of Good Standing?](https://ask.doola.com/article/ede3719f-what-is-a-certificate-of-good-standing.md): A Certificate of Good Standing is an official document from the state confirming that your company i
- [What’s the difference between an annual report and a tax filing?](https://ask.doola.com/article/12c5621f-whats-the-difference-between-an-annual-report-and-a-tax-filing.md): An annual report and a tax filing are not the same thing, even though people often confuse them. An 
- [Can I use my Registered Agent address for Amazon Seller Account registration?](https://ask.doola.com/article/0bfa2c21-can-i-use-my-registered-agent-address-for-amazon-seller-account-registration.md): Your Registered Agent (RA) address can't be used for your Amazon Seller account. It's reserved for r
- [Can I use the doola-provided business address for my Amazon store?](https://ask.doola.com/article/7590de3d-can-i-use-the-doola-provided-business-address-for-my-amazon-store.md): If you're using Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA), doola's provided virtual business address is enough for
- [How do I set up mail forwarding through doola?](https://ask.doola.com/article/2e96d607-how-do-i-set-up-mail-forwarding-through-doola.md): doola sets up mail handling for your US business address through partners like Stable, Virtual Post 
- [How doola handles paper checks received via registered-agent or mail forwarding services](https://ask.doola.com/article/ae6b57d4-how-doola-handles-paper-checks-received-via-registered-agent-or-mail-forwarding-services.md): When you receive a paper check through your doola registered agent or mail forwarding address, doola
- [How doola helps you set up a U.S. Amazon seller account](https://ask.doola.com/article/cb943b89-how-doola-helps-you-set-up-a-us-amazon-seller-account.md): doola doesn't set up a U.S. Amazon seller account for you directly, but it gives you everything you 
- [Does doola handle compliance in my home country?](https://ask.doola.com/article/9ef72d64-does-doola-handle-compliance-in-my-home-country.md): doola focuses on US compliance: business formation, registered agent services, EIN filings, tax fili
- [What is ODI (Overseas Direct Investment)?](https://ask.doola.com/article/990afd63-what-is-odi-overseas-direct-investment.md): Overseas Direct Investment (ODI) refers to an investment that Indian residents or India-based entiti
- [What should I do if I’ve already incorporated through doola and I’m concerned about Indian regulations?](https://ask.doola.com/article/36a7102c-what-should-i-do-if-ive-already-incorporated-through-doola-and-im-concerned-about-indian-regulations.md): If you've already incorporated your U.S. company through doola and you're concerned about how that s
- [Who is subject to ODI compliance guidelines?](https://ask.doola.com/article/8055acb3-who-is-subject-to-odi-compliance-guidelines.md): ODI (Overseas Direct Investment) compliance guidelines apply to a range of Indian residents and enti
- [California LLC Registrations and Handling Expiration Dates on Forms](https://ask.doola.com/article/c2e054f8-california-llc-registrations-and-handling-expiration-dates-on-forms.md): California Secretary of State LLC registrations do not have an expiration date. If a third-party for
- [Company Document Authentication and Legalization: Apostille vs Department of State Authentication vs Embassy Legalization](https://ask.doola.com/article/4d5e7f7e-company-document-authentication-and-legalization-apostille-vs-department-of-state-authentication-vs-embassy-legalization.md): An apostille, US Department of State authentication and embassy legalization are three different ser
- [Does doola provide an Operating Agreement when I form a company?](https://ask.doola.com/article/0650dcf8-does-doola-provide-an-operating-agreement-when-i-form-a-company.md): doola includes an Operating Agreement (for an LLC) or Bylaws (for a C-Corp) as part of your formatio
- [How to Find Your LLC Registration Number and Business Tax ID (EIN)](https://ask.doola.com/article/dfa70f9e-how-to-find-your-llc-registration-number-and-business-tax-id-ein.md): Your LLC registration number and your business tax ID (EIN) are usually easy to find using paperwork
- [What documents will I receive after my company is formed?](https://ask.doola.com/article/1b6adbdc-what-documents-will-i-receive-after-my-company-is-formed.md): After your company is formed, you'll receive your official state formation documents, typically your
- [Where to find formation documents or your operating agreement in the dashboard](https://ask.doola.com/article/bdd392db-where-to-find-formation-documents-or-your-operating-agreement-in-the-dashboard.md): You can find your formation documents and operating agreement in your doola dashboard. 1. Log in to 
- [Can I connect doola Books to multiple bank accounts?](https://ask.doola.com/article/6891943d-can-i-connect-doola-books-to-multiple-bank-accounts.md): You can connect multiple business bank and credit card accounts to doola Books, giving you one compl
- [How are my business transactions categorized?](https://ask.doola.com/article/fc005875-how-are-my-business-transactions-categorized.md): Your dedicated bookkeeper categorizes each of your business transactions according to your Chart of 
- [How do I upload banking transactions to doola Books?](https://ask.doola.com/article/8974220e-how-do-i-upload-banking-transactions-to-doola-books.md): You can upload your banking transactions to doola Books either by connecting your bank account for a
- [I’m behind on my bookkeeping and taxes. Can you help me get caught up?](https://ask.doola.com/article/f38c4265-im-behind-on-my-bookkeeping-and-taxes-can-you-help-me-get-caught-up.md): doola specializes in catch-up bookkeeping, so falling behind doesn't mean starting over. If your boo
- [Can You Send Invoices in EUR or Other Currencies?](https://ask.doola.com/article/96a30995-can-you-send-invoices-in-eur-or-other-currencies.md): doola's invoicing platform currently only supports USD - you can't change the invoice currency to EU
- [Does doola provide invoicing and payroll integration?](https://ask.doola.com/article/d669a58d-does-doola-provide-invoicing-and-payroll-integration.md): Yes, invoicing is a native part of doola's bookkeeping software. You can create and send professiona
- [How do I create an invoice?](https://ask.doola.com/article/d0d2b5ee-how-do-i-create-an-invoice.md): You can create and send an invoice directly from your doola dashboard in a few steps. 1. Go to your 
- [Which payment processors does doola Books connect with?](https://ask.doola.com/article/deeb63c2-which-payment-processors-does-doola-books-connect-with.md): doola Books connects with Stripe, so you can receive invoice payments directly from your customers t
- [How your monthly bookkeeping process works](https://ask.doola.com/article/36afb0c5-how-your-monthly-bookkeeping-process-works.md): If your plan includes dedicated bookkeeping, your company has an assigned bookkeeper who keeps your 
- [What is doola Bookkeeping?](https://ask.doola.com/article/92620d6d-what-is-doola-bookkeeping.md): doola Bookkeeping pairs you with a dedicated human bookkeeper who gets to know your business, brings
- [What reports are available in doola Books?](https://ask.doola.com/article/0bb74199-what-reports-are-available-in-doola-books.md): doola Books gives you three native financial reports: a Profit and Loss statement, a Balance Sheet, 
- [What tasks does a bookkeeper perform?](https://ask.doola.com/article/67065f42-what-tasks-does-a-bookkeeper-perform.md): Your bookkeeper categorizes your business transactions, reconciles your bank and card accounts, gene
- [Why is bookkeeping important for businesses?](https://ask.doola.com/article/d37f27dc-why-is-bookkeeping-important-for-businesses.md): Bookkeeping matters because it gives you an accurate, organized record of your business finances, an
- [How does doola Analytics help me manage my business finances?](https://ask.doola.com/article/e352ce79-how-does-doola-analytics-help-me-manage-my-business-finances.md): doola Analytics helps you manage your business finances by consolidating your data across platforms 
- [Is there a cost associated with using doola Analytics?](https://ask.doola.com/article/717f726f-is-there-a-cost-associated-with-using-doola-analytics.md): Access to doola Analytics and any associated cost depend on your plan. Still unsure whether Analytic
- [What is doola Analytics and who is it for?](https://ask.doola.com/article/2cec555b-what-is-doola-analytics-and-who-is-it-for.md): doola Analytics is built for business owners and eCommerce operators who want to track key metrics, 
- [What key metrics can I track with doola Analytics?](https://ask.doola.com/article/88aac10c-what-key-metrics-can-i-track-with-doola-analytics.md): With doola Analytics, you can track the key metrics that matter most for your e-commerce business, a
- [Which e-commerce platforms does doola Analytics integrate with?](https://ask.doola.com/article/3f950441-which-e-commerce-platforms-does-doola-analytics-integrate-with.md): doola Analytics currently integrates with Shopify and Amazon, automatically syncing your order, inve