Launch & Scale Your Business in Alexandria, Virginia
Get Started with a Virtual US Address
We understand that opening a US location is a significant milestone. From navigating legal and financial requirements to learning cultural nuances and market dynamics, the Alexandria Economic Development Partnership is here to make setting up your US presence as seamless as possible.
Gateway to the US Market
Why more companies are choosing Alexandria
- Unmatched talent pipeline and public education system
- Minutes to Washington DC, international airports, and train service
- Access to federal decision-makers and policy conversations
- Ready to launch partnerships with international business chambers and embassies
- Four seasons, rich cultural history, and mountains or beaches within a two-hour drive
Set Up Your US Presence from Abroad
Did you know you can set up your US office virtually in Alexandria, Virginia? In partnership with ALX Community, we're making it easier than ever for international businesses to launch. Our ALX Starter Guide can set your business up with a federally recognized virtual address and all the resources you need to establish your US presence and market opportunities.
Why Set Up a Virtual US Address in Alexandria, Virginia?
- Prime DC area location
- Market access and competitive advantage
- Credibility with US clients and prospective partners
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Cost-effective US entry
Our team is here to support you, and has compiled a new business checklist to get you started and streamline your presence in the US.
ALX Starter Guide Essentials 
ALX Community Virtual Address Setup
One month FREE when you sign up for a virtual yearly membership!
Includes:
- GSA recognized business address
- New mail notification alerts
- List your address online
- Convenient location minutes from Washington DC
Additional services:
- Mail forwarding
- Secure disposal of unwanted mail
- Mail scanning available upon request for an additional fee
- On-site Notary Publics for an additional fee
AEDP Benefits and Resources
Our team is here to help you every step of the way.
Includes:
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- Assistance with business registration and permitting processes
- One-on-one counseling sessions with AEDP business mentors
- One-year membership to Alexandria Business Association of choice
- Admission to Northern Virginia Technology Council annual event
- Leadership feature on AEDP social channel of choice
- Consultations available with local legal experts
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- US and Virginia business law and taxation
- US immigration and visa services
- US employment law and healthcare benefits
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- Complimentary editorial review of company website
- Membership discounts to international business chambers
Cultural Considerations & Business Acclimation
Going global comes with exciting opportunities, including navigating a new cultural landscape and business environment. Our ALX Starter Guide provides resources and tips to help you thrive in the US market.
- US Business Culture | HSBC’s International Business Guide (available in English, Spanish, French and Simplified Chinese), communication styles and business etiquette.
- Navigating Daily Life (for when you make the move from virtual to physical); opening a personal bank account; finding housing; understanding the healthcare system.
- Business Essentials (for when you’re ready to hire your on-the-ground team); human resources, payroll, hiring practices, employee health and wellness benefits.
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Best State for Business
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Friendliest Cities in the U.S
The Alexandria Community
Virginia Tech Innovation Campus
Announced as part of the incentive package to bring Amazon’s HQ2 to Northern Virginia, the Virginia Tech Innovation Campus is set to open in 2025. When completed, the $1 billion, 600,000-square-foot campus will graduate 750 master’s students and host more than 100 doctoral students and post-doctoral fellows annually, providing talent to fill technology jobs throughout Northern Virginia.
#1
State in the U.S. for
high-tech workers
$2B
Commonwealth of Virginia tech talent investment program
#1
State in the U.S. for education
12,000
IT degrees awarded in the region annually
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