OCTIS vs doola vs Stripe Atlas for non-US founders
A yearly subscription against a one-time fee, and what each one leaves for you to pay later.
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Otty's short answer
Stripe Atlas costs US$500 once and includes Delaware filing, an EIN and the first year of registered agent, then US$100 per year. doola Starter costs US$297 per year plus state fees and includes the agent and a mailing address. Pick Atlas for a startup that will raise money. Pick doola if you want an LLC with ongoing support.
Side by side
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| What matters | OCTISHong Kong company + OCTIS global plan | doola | Stripe Atlas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Headline price | At least 10% below any qualifying quote (Lowest Price Guarantee) | US$297 per year + state fees | US$500 one-time |
| Registered agent | Hong Kong company secretary and registered office address included | Included in Starter | Year 1 included, then US$100 |
| State filing fees | Companies Registry and first-year business registration fees included | Extra, paid via doola | Included in US$500 |
| Entity types | Hong Kong company | LLC or C-corp | LLC or C-corp |
| EIN | Not needed for the Hong Kong company; local rules apply if you trade there | Included | Included |
| Mailing address | Hong Kong registered office address | Virtual address included | Not stated |
| Bank account | Multi-currency business account via licensed partners | Mercury (partner) | Stripe Treasury |
| Investor tools | Not an OCTIS product | Not stated | 83(b), SAFE, board consents |
| Bookkeeping | Bookkeeping by OCTIS accountants, 10–30% below your current bill | Pulse, US$300 per year | Not offered |
| Tax filing | Profits tax return prepared by OCTIS | From US$1,999 per year | Not offered |
| Non-US founders | Yes, 100% foreign ownership; director and shareholder can live anywhere | Yes, 175+ countries | Yes, almost anywhere |
If you have staff, premises or local sales in this country, its own registration and tax rules still apply. OCTIS can help you arrange them.
Data sources & disclaimer: Comparison data was compiled from publicly available sources — including the competitors' own published pricing and feature pages — captured on 9 November 2026. Figures reflect the typical or advertised pricing at that time and may have changed since; plans, inclusions and prices vary by provider, region and promotion. OCTIS is independent and not affiliated with the named companies; all trademarks belong to their respective owners. This comparison is provided in good faith for general information only and is not professional, legal or financial advice — please verify current details with each provider before deciding.
Which one fits you
OCTIS · Hong Kong company + OCTIS global plan
Choose OCTIS if you want a Hong Kong company with bookkeeping, tax filing, banking and CRM in one place instead of a US-only package.
doola
Choose doola if you want an LLC, an address and an agent in one plan, with bookkeeping and tax help available later.
Stripe Atlas
Choose Stripe Atlas if you want a Delaware company with fundraising paperwork and Stripe payments set up from day one.
What the table does not show
What the first year costs
Atlas is simple: US$500 covers government fees and the first year of registered agent. doola charges US$297 for Starter, but state fees are on top and doola does not publish an amount for them. Delaware charges US$110 to file an LLC under its August 2026 fee schedule. After year one Atlas asks US$100 for the agent, and doola renews the Starter plan.
What neither one does for you
Neither price covers your US tax filing. A foreign-owned LLC still files a pro forma Form 1120 with Form 5472, and the IRS penalty for missing it is US$25,000. doola sells tax filing from US$1,999 per year. Atlas does not list tax filing, so you would hire a US tax preparer.
Where OCTIS fits
OCTIS does not set up US companies. If you already run a Hong Kong or Malaysian company and add a US entity, the two sets of books need to agree. OCTIS keeps the Hong Kong or Malaysian side: company secretary, bookkeeping and tax. Ask about 10–30% off your current bill if you are paying someone else for it today.
Frequently asked questions
Is Stripe Atlas cheaper than doola?
In year one, Atlas is US$500 all in. doola is US$297 plus state fees you pay separately. From year two Atlas asks US$100 for the agent against doola's US$297 renewal, though the two cover different things. Compare after adding state fees.
Can I open a bank account with either?
Atlas offers a Stripe Treasury account, and doola refers you to Mercury, which needs an international passport or US ID from each owner. Both are fintech accounts, not banks. Fifth Third Bank and Choice Financial Group hold the funds.
Which is better for a Malaysian or Hong Kong founder?
Both accept founders from Asia. Atlas fits you better if you will issue shares to investors. doola fits better if you run a one-person LLC for US clients and want one provider for agent, address and tax.
Does either give me a US address?
doola includes a virtual mailing address in Starter. Stripe does not state a mailing address on the Atlas page, so you rely on the registered agent address for state mail.
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