Seven markets, separate rules
The main focus is the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, New Zealand and France. Australia and Ireland provide additional English-language market routes. France is covered in English with links to original French authorities.
Two routes that should not be confused
| Your situation | Start with |
|---|---|
| You live and perform the work in the market | The local business-setup guide, your status, activity and premises |
| You serve customers there from another country | Your actual home/business jurisdiction plus the applicable destination-market and cross-border questions |
Choosing a customer market does not automatically mean that you must form a company there. Conversely, working online does not establish exemption from local or destination-market requirements.
Build a local checklist
| Market | Location detail | Official starting point |
|---|---|---|
| United States | State, county and city | Setup guidance |
| Canada | Province or territory and municipality | Setup guidance |
| United Kingdom | UK nation and local council | Setup guidance |
| New Zealand | Local council and activity regulator | Setup guidance |
| France | Commune, activity authority and national formalities | Setup guidance |
| Australia | State or territory and local council | Setup guidance |
| Ireland | Revenue, CRO and relevant local or sector authority | Setup guidance |
These pages give verified entry points and questions to resolve, not an exhaustive licence list. Taxes, professional recognition and local permissions depend on the facts.
Keep a country-specific record
Save your jurisdiction, official source, date checked and unanswered questions. The free kit also includes a local-market evidence worksheet.