December 16, 2025

As a foreign business operating in the United States, year-end compliance involves navigating multiple federal and state requirements across tax, employment, corporate, and regulatory areas. This checklist provides essential guidance to help you close out the year properly, avoid penalties, and prepare for the year ahead.

As 2026 approaches, international companies are evaluating their US market entry strategies with fresh eyes. The United States remains one of the world's largest and most dynamic markets, but successful expansion requires careful planning across legal, financial, operational, and cultural dimensions. This checklist guides your expansion planning.

International businesses in the United States face a unique challenge: managing a workplace where employees celebrate different holidays with equal enthusiasm and equal legal protection. While Christmas dominates the cultural landscape, US employment law requires you to accommodate all religious observances equally during this busy season.

The December holiday season brings a uniquely American business tradition that often confuses international employers: workplace gift-giving. Navigating this practice requires understanding both cultural expectations and legal boundaries that may differ significantly from your home country. This guide helps you avoid cultural missteps and compliance violations.