How to Accept International Payments and Build a Global Business from Nepal
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How to Accept International Payments and Build a Global Business from Nepal

From Stripe Atlas to U.S. LLCs: Turn Your Nepali Startup Into a Global Player.

Silicon Peak Ventures

Silicon Peak Ventures

Investment Team

Silicon Peak Ventures

Silicon Peak Ventures

Investment Team

Published on

August 2025

3 min read
August 2025

For years, one of the biggest hurdles for Nepali entrepreneurs was accepting international payments and scaling beyond local markets. Limited banking infrastructure and restrictive payment gateways kept great ideas trapped inside Nepal. But the landscape is shifting. Today, it’s possible to build a global business while operating right from Kathmandu.

Breaking Borders with U.S. LLCs

The U.S. allows non-resident aliens to create LLCs and corporations, even without a U.S. visa or physical presence. This means a Nepali founder can legally register a U.S.-based company and unlock access to:

  • Stripe, PayPal, and other global payment processors
  • U.S. bank accounts for handling USD transactions
  • International venture capital and angel investors

Platforms That Make It Easy

Services like Stripe Atlas, EasyFiling, and Privately help founders form a Delaware LLC, obtain an EIN, and set up banking — all without leaving Nepal. Many successful SaaS startups in India, Bangladesh, and Africa have used the same model to scale globally.

Why This Matters for Nepali Startups

With a U.S. entity, your business can:

  • Sell software, e-commerce, and digital services worldwide
  • Break free from local payment gateway limitations
  • Attract international clients and partners

How Silicon Peak Ventures Helps

We go beyond funding. Our team guides founders through U.S. company formation, connects you to global payment networks, and positions your business for cross-border investment. If you have a product with U.S. or global potential, we can help set up the structure to get you there.

Your startup doesn’t have to stay local. Apply to Basecamp Fund and let’s turn your idea into a global business from Nepal.

Ready to get involved?

Whether you're a founder looking for funding or an investor wanting to support Nepal's startup ecosystem, we'd love to hear from you.