Great news for Pakistani sellers! Amazon has recently added Pakistan to its list of supported countries for seller accounts, making it easier than ever for sellers in Pakistan to start selling on one of the world’s largest online marketplaces. You no longer need to rely on your uncle in the US or any external assistance to register your Amazon seller account. With your Pakistani documents in hand, you can easily set up your own Amazon seller account from Pakistan.
Required Documents
When you’re ready to sign up for an Amazon seller account, make sure you have the following documents and information at hand:
- Bank Account Information and Statement
- Passport
- National ID Card
Setting up an Amazon seller’s account is a straightforward process that requires following a step-by-step guide.
Step 1: Sign Up on Amazon Seller’s Website:
- Visit Amazon.com/seller-account website.
- Click on “Selling on Amazon” on Amazon’s website.
- Enter your email address and create a password.
- Complete the account creation process and go to the “Manage your account” page.
- Enter your name, phone number, and valid tax identification number.
- Click on “Next” to proceed.
- Select your business type from the options provided.
- Follow any additional prompts and provide necessary information to set up your Amazon sellers account.
Step 2: Add business info to complete Amazon sellers account setup:
After confirming your account, you will be directed to the Manage your account page where you will need to provide your business information. This includes your:
- Business name
- Primary logistics method
- Website
It’s important to double-check and enter accurate information to avoid any issues with your Amazon seller account in Pakistan.
Business Location
In addition to business contact information and chargeable credit card details, you will also need to specify your business location, which should be Pakistan as you are creating an Amazon seller account in that country.
Business Type
When selecting your business type, choose from options such as:
- Publicly owned enterprise
- State-owned enterprise
- Privately owned company
- Philanthropic organization
- None, I’m an individual.
Note
Incase, you choose the last option, you will need to enter your first, middle (if applicable), and last name. You can skip the middle name if you don’t have one, and only provide your first and last name.
Step 3: Add Basic Information
When entering your basic information for business registration, make sure to provide accurate details. Here’s a list of the information you will need to enter:
- Name: Enter your full name as it appears on your identification or passport.
- Email address: Provide a valid email address where you can receive notifications.
- Password: Create a secure password for your account.
- Phone number: Enter a valid phone number to receive an SMS notification with a 6-digit code.
- Social security or tax identification number: Provide the relevant identification number for your country or region.
Double-check the accuracy of the information you provide to ensure successful business registration.
Step 4: Confirm your Account Registration with a 6-digit code
To confirm your account during the business registration process, you will need to follow these steps:
- Phone number confirmation: After entering your phone number during account creation, you will receive a 6-digit code via SMS.
- Code receipt: Check your phone for the SMS containing the 6-digit code.
- Code entry: Enter the received code on the website.
- Click “Confirm”: Once you have entered the code, click on the “Confirm” button on the website.
Completing these steps will verify your account and confirm your phone number for business registration.
Step 5: Select the Market
When choosing where to sell your goods on Amazon as a seller from Pakistan, please follow these steps:
- Marketplace selection: Check the marketplace box under the Location for the Amazon store section.
- Choose a country: Select the specific country where you wish to sell your goods on Amazon.
- Considerations: Keep in mind that once you select a marketplace, your Amazon Pakistan seller account will only be able to sell in that country.
By following these steps, you can specify the location where you want to sell your goods on Amazon and ensure that your seller account is limited to that particular country’s marketplace.
Step 6: Add Billing Information
When signing up for the Amazon FBA (Fulfilled by Amazon) program, you will need to provide billing details for fee payment. Here’s a list of the information you will be asked to provide:
- Credit card number: Enter the valid credit card number that you want Amazon to charge for the Fulfilled by Amazon fee.
- Expiration date: Provide the expiration date of the credit card.
- Name: Enter the name as it appears on the credit card that you provided for billing.
Please ensure that you provide accurate and up-to-date billing details, including your credit card information, as Amazon will use this information to deduct the Fulfilled by Amazon fee for using the FBA program.
Step 7: About the Store
Once you have provided valid billing information for your Amazon seller account, you will need to respond to the following inquiries regarding your Amazon store and listed products:
- Amazon store name: Provide the name of your Amazon store.
- UPC codes: Indicate whether UPC codes are present on your products.
- Brand ownership and manufacturing: Specify if you own the brand and manufacture the products you are listing.
- Trademark registration: State whether you and your goods are covered by a registered trademark.
These questions are important for Amazon to understand your store and products, and providing accurate responses will help ensure compliance with Amazon’s policies and guidelines for selling on their platform.
Step 8: Validation
To complete the verification process for your Amazon seller account, you will need to follow these steps:
- Address validation: Amazon will mail a special code to the address you entered during the signup process via postcard.
- Code receipt: Wait for up to 7 days to receive the postcard containing the special code.
- Code validation: Once you receive the postcard, follow the included guide to enter the special code on the Amazon website to validate your address.
- Verification completion: After successfully entering the special code, the verification process for your Amazon seller account will be complete.
- Seller account access: You can now use your Amazon seller account sign-in details to access your seller dashboard and manage your account.
By completing these steps, you will have successfully verified your address and completed the signup process for your Amazon seller account, gaining access to your seller dashboard for account management.
Conclusion
In conclusion, opening an Amazon seller account is a simple process that allows you to access the benefits of selling on Amazon. With a few steps to provide your information, you can start listing your inventory for sale and leveraging Amazon’s FBA services. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to expand your business and tap into Amazon’s vast customer base as a registered seller.
