We’ve talked about IP and cap tables. But for many immigrant and repatriate founders, the most personal challenge is capital.

In the past, founders could move savings or exit proceeds back to the U.S. with relatively little friction. Today, cross-border capital flows are facing more scrutiny.

Founders may encounter:

- Transfer taxes or fees in certain jurisdictions

- Deeper “source of funds” reviews

- Longer banking and compliance timelines

For someone wiring $5–10M of personal capital into a new company, these frictions can materially affect the plan.

What we advise:

1. Plan for delays and costs.

2. Keep documentation clean and complete.

3. Avoid overly complex structures.

Onshoring isn’t just about factories or IP. It’s also about how capital enters the system.

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