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Legalities In The US

The US market can be quick to engage in legal proceedings. You should always get qualified legal guidance before entering into any agreement. Ideally, your contracts should be reviewed by lawyers who understand both US and UK law. You can find contacts for these here

Publicly traded companies (PLCs) have to file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and make their annual reports available to investors. Privately held companies don’t have to make this information available to the public. But all corporations have to register with a government body in the state they incorporated in. Business filing documents are available through the relevant state government authority.

USA Tax

The US tax system is complex and confusing. You’ll need tailored advice about your tax rates from a certified accountant or tax lawyer

There is no Value Added Tax ( VAT) in the US. Each state determines and collects sales tax on an individual basis. View the list of state sales tax offices for more information.

Taxes can be imposed by both the US federal government and individual states, counties and cities. The Internal Revenue Service governs federal taxes in the US.

If you conduct US transactions entirely from the UK, you may be classed as withholding US federal income tax. You may be eligible for benefits under the US-UK income tax treaty.

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