How to Open an Amazon Seller Central Account in the US From Pakistan
If you live in Pakistan and want to sell products on Amazon.com in the United States, you can potentially register as an international Amazon seller without living in the US.
You do not necessarily need to live in America to sell on Amazon US.
You also do not necessarily need a US LLC or US bank account just to open an Amazon US seller account.
However, if you are building a serious US eCommerce business, many Pakistani entrepreneurs choose to establish a US LLC and operate the Amazon business through that company.
The important thing is to understand the difference between:
Amazon Seller Central account
US company
US bank account
US tax identification
and
Amazon US marketplace
These are related, but they are not the same thing.
Amazon's current registration guidance states that sellers can provide their own or their business's bank account for receiving payments, and a US bank account is not mandatory. Amazon says sellers can use its Amazon Currency Converter to receive proceeds into an eligible bank account outside the US.
This guide explains the process from Pakistan step by step.
Can You Open an Amazon US Seller Account From Pakistan?
Yes, potentially.
A person living in Pakistan can apply to sell on Amazon's US marketplace, subject to Amazon's seller eligibility, registration and verification requirements.
Your physical location does not automatically prevent you from selling in the US.
For example:
You live: Pakistan
Your company: US LLC, or potentially your own individual business
Marketplace: Amazon.com
Customers: United States
Fulfilment: Amazon FBA, FBM, or another eligible method
This is a common international eCommerce structure.
However, Amazon will still need to verify who you are, where you live, your business information where applicable, and your payment information.
Amazon's current registration process specifically asks for information including your full legal name, citizenship, country of birth, date of birth, residential address and phone number.
Do You Need a US LLC to Sell on Amazon US?
No, not necessarily.
This is one of the biggest misconceptions.
You can potentially register as an individual seller or as a business, depending on your circumstances.
However, if you are building a long-term Amazon FBA business, a US LLC may provide a more formal business structure.
For example:
Option 1: Individual
Owner: Pakistani resident
Business entity: Individual
Marketplace: Amazon.com
Option 2: US LLC
Owner: Pakistani resident
Company: ABC Trading LLC
Marketplace: Amazon.com
Both structures can be different from each other, and Amazon's registration requirements will depend on the information you provide.
If you already have a US LLC, you can register the Amazon seller account using the LLC's details.
Do You Need a US Bank Account?
No, not necessarily.
Amazon's official registration guide explicitly states:
"Do I need a US bank account? No."
Amazon says sellers can use the Amazon Currency Converter to receive sales proceeds in an eligible bank account outside the US.
This is particularly important for international sellers.
However, you still need a valid bank account that Amazon accepts for your registration and disbursement arrangements.
Do You Need a US Address?
This requires careful attention.
If you live in Pakistan, you should not simply enter a fake US residential address because you are selling in the US.
Amazon asks for your actual residential information during registration.
Your company may have a US business address if you have a US LLC, but that does not automatically mean your personal residential address is in the US.
Amazon's registration process asks the primary contact to provide their residential address.
The basic principle is:
Company address = company information
Your residential address = where you actually live
Do not mix the two.
What Do You Need Before Starting?
Before you open the Amazon Seller Central account, prepare everything first.
This can significantly reduce verification problems.
Basic checklist
You should have:
Valid passport or other accepted government-issued ID
Your actual residential address
Proof of residential address
Active phone number
Email address
Credit or debit card accepted by Amazon
Bank account for receiving Amazon payments
Business registration documents, if registering as a company
US LLC documents, if using a US LLC
EIN, if applicable
Business information
Product information
Tax information
Amazon's current global seller verification guidance says the primary contact may need an identity document plus an additional document, such as business documentation or proof of address, depending on the circumstances.
What Documents Does Amazon Usually Ask For?
Amazon's requirements can vary depending on your country, business structure and account.
However, you should be prepared for some combination of:
1. Government-issued ID
For example:
Passport
National ID
Driver's licence, where accepted
Amazon's verification guidance states that the identity document must match the identity information submitted during registration.
For a Pakistani entrepreneur, a valid passport is often a practical document to have ready.
2. Proof of Address
Amazon may request:
Bank statement
Credit card statement
Utility bill
Other accepted address documentation
The exact documents available to you will be displayed during Amazon's verification process.
Amazon's current guidance says proof of address may include a bank or credit card statement and that the verification options can vary according to the country and circumstances.
3. Business Documentation
If you are registering a company, Amazon may request documentation proving that the business exists.
For a US LLC, this could include relevant government-issued business documentation.
The exact document requested will depend on Amazon's verification process.
4. Bank Statement
Amazon may request a bank statement to verify the account holder and address.
Make sure the document is:
Clear
Complete
Recent
Officially issued
Consistent with your registration information
Amazon advises sellers to submit clear, legible documents and ensure the information matches what was entered during registration.
The Most Important Rule: Your Information Must Match
This is probably the most important part of Amazon registration.
Suppose your passport says:
Muhammad Bilal Aftab
But your Amazon account says:
Muhammad Aftab
and your bank statement says:
Bilal Aftab
You may create unnecessary verification problems.
Try to maintain consistency across:
Passport
Amazon account
Bank statement
Company documents
Address documents
Tax information
Amazon specifically advises sellers to make sure names and other information match the information submitted during registration.
Step 1: Decide How You Will Register
Before starting, decide whether you are registering:
Option A: As an individual
or
Option B: Through a US LLC
If you already have a US LLC and intend to operate the Amazon business through that company, you would generally provide the LLC's actual legal information when Amazon asks for business information.
Do not create a US LLC simply because someone told you:
"Amazon requires an LLC."
That is not necessarily true.
Create a company because it makes sense for your business, tax, liability and operational structure.
Step 2: Create a Dedicated Email Address
Create a professional email account for your Amazon business.
For example:
sales@abcbrand.com
or
abcbrand@gmail.com
Avoid using an email address that is already connected to another Amazon seller account unless you understand the implications.
For a serious business, a domain-based email is preferable.
Step 3: Go to the Official Amazon Seller Registration Page
Start from Amazon's official seller registration website.
Amazon Seller Registration
Do not use a random third-party website to create your seller account.
Step 4: Start Your Amazon Seller Registration
Amazon's current registration flow asks you to provide information about:
Business
Seller
Billing
Store
Verification
Amazon documents this registration process in its official seller registration guide.
Step 5: Enter Your Business Information
If you are registering through a US LLC, provide the company's actual information.
You may be asked for:
Legal business name
Company registration details
Business location
Business type
Business address
Company information
For example:
Legal business name: ABC Trading LLC
Business type: Privately owned business
Country of business establishment: United States
State: Wyoming
Company number: As applicable
Do not guess.
Use your actual company documents.
Step 6: Be Careful With "Business Location"
This is particularly important for international sellers.
Your business location and your personal residence are not necessarily the same thing.
For example:
Company: ABC Trading LLC
Company location: United States
Owner/director: Muhammad
Personal residence: Pakistan
This can be a legitimate structure if it accurately represents the business and ownership.
But you must answer Amazon's questions exactly as they apply to your circumstances.
Do not select the US simply because you want a US Amazon account.
Step 7: Enter Your Legal Name Correctly
Amazon will ask for information about the primary contact.
Enter your name exactly as it appears on your identity document.
Amazon's current registration guidance specifically asks for:
Full legal name
Country of citizenship
Country of birth
Date of birth
Residential address
If your passport says:
Muhammad Bilal Aftab
use that exact legal name where Amazon asks for your legal name.
Step 8: Select Pakistan as Your Country of Residence
If you actually live in Pakistan, use Pakistan where Amazon asks for your residential country.
Do not select the United States simply because your company is a US LLC.
This distinction is extremely important.
Example
Company: ABC Trading LLC
Company country: United States
Owner residence: Pakistan
Citizenship: Pakistan
This is very different from claiming:
Owner residence: United States
when you actually live in Pakistan.
Step 9: Enter Your Pakistani Residential Address
Use your actual residential address.
Your address should be consistent with the documents you can provide if Amazon asks for proof.
For example:
Name: Muhammad Bilal Aftab
Country: Pakistan
City: Lahore
Address: Your actual residential address
Do not use a US registered agent address as your personal residential address.
Step 10: Enter Your Phone Number
Use a phone number you control.
Amazon may use it for:
Verification
Security
Two-step verification
Account communication
Make sure you have access to the number.
Step 11: Identify Your Role in the Business
Amazon asks whether you are:
Beneficial owner
Legal representative
Both
Amazon defines a beneficial owner as someone who directly or indirectly owns more than 25% of shares or voting rights, or otherwise owns the business through another means.
If you own 100% of your LLC and manage it yourself, you may be both the beneficial owner and legal representative.
Again, answer according to your actual legal situation.
Step 12: Enter Your Banking Information
Amazon asks for the bank account into which you want to receive your seller proceeds.
The account can be held in:
Your personal name
or
Your business name
depending on your structure and Amazon's requirements.
Amazon explicitly states that the bank account must be in the name of the seller or the business and that a US bank account is not mandatory.
Can a Pakistani Bank Account Receive Amazon US Payments?
Amazon's payment options depend on the supported countries, currencies and account configuration.
Amazon states that sellers may use Amazon Currency Converter to receive proceeds into an eligible bank account outside the US.
However, many international sellers choose to use an eligible multi-currency business banking or payment solution.
The important thing is that:
The account must be legitimate and acceptable to Amazon.
Do not use someone else's bank account simply because they live in the US.
Step 13: Add Your Credit Card
Amazon requires billing information during registration.
You will generally need a valid credit card or another accepted payment card.
Amazon currently lists supported card networks including:
American Express
Diners Club
Discover
JCB
MasterCard
Visa
Amazon also states that the credit card does not necessarily have to be under the seller's or business's name.
However, using a card that you legitimately control and can verify is strongly preferable.
Step 14: Create Your Amazon Store Name
Your store name is the name customers may see associated with your offers and seller profile.
It does not necessarily have to be identical to your legal company name.
For example:
Legal company: ABC Trading LLC
Amazon Store: Prime Home USA
Amazon states that the store name must be unique but does not have to match the legal business name.
Step 15: Provide Product Information
Amazon may ask about:
What products you intend to sell
Product codes
Brand status
Manufacturer status
Business certifications
Amazon uses product identifiers such as GTINs, including UPC, EAN and ISBN depending on the product. In some circumstances, sellers may be eligible to request a GTIN exemption.
Step 16: Complete Amazon Identity Verification
This is one of the most important stages.
Amazon may ask you to upload documents and may require additional verification.
Depending on your circumstances, you may be asked for:
Passport
National ID
Bank statement
Credit card statement
Proof of address
Business documents
Other supporting documents
Amazon says the verification page provides customized options based on your business type and the country, state or region where the business is located or where you reside.
Step 17: Make Sure Your Documents Are High Quality
Do not upload:
Blurry photos
Cropped documents
Screenshots
Expired documents
Edited documents
Documents with inconsistent information
Amazon's verification guidance specifically recommends clear, legible documents and matching information.
A simple rule:
If a human reviewer cannot easily read it, do not upload it.
Step 18: Complete the Tax Interview
Amazon will require tax information as part of the seller setup.
Your tax status depends on your structure.
For example, a Pakistani individual selling internationally and a Pakistani owner operating through a US LLC can have very different tax considerations.
You may encounter US tax forms and questions relating to:
Individual
Corporation
LLC
US taxpayer status
Foreign taxpayer status
Beneficial ownership
Do not randomly select answers just to get through the form.
If you operate a US LLC as a non-US resident, professional US tax advice may be appropriate.
Step 19: What Is an EIN?
An EIN, or Employer Identification Number, is a US federal tax identification number issued by the IRS.
If you have a US LLC, you may need an EIN for various business and tax purposes.
An EIN is not the same thing as an Amazon seller account.
It is also not the same thing as a bank account.
Think of the structure as:
US LLC
↓
EIN
↓
Business banking
↓
Amazon Seller Central
These are separate components.
Step 20: Does Amazon Require an EIN?
The answer depends on how you register and your business structure.
If you are registering an Amazon business using a US LLC, you should expect Amazon to ask for business and tax information.
Amazon's current seller verification documentation says that the information and documents required can vary depending on business type and location.
Do not confuse:
"Amazon requires tax information"
with:
"Every Amazon seller must have an EIN."
They are not necessarily the same statement.
Step 21: Complete Two-Step Verification
Secure your Amazon account immediately.
Enable two-step verification and use a secure password.
Your Amazon Seller Central account controls:
Sales
Payments
Customer information
Product listings
Advertising
Inventory
Business data
Treat it like a financial account.
Step 22: Wait for Verification
Once you submit your information, Amazon will review it.
Some accounts may be approved quickly.
Others may require:
Additional documentation
Video verification
Address verification
Business verification
Additional explanations
Do not panic if Amazon requests more information.
Read exactly what Amazon is asking for and respond with accurate documentation.
Amazon Verification: The Golden Rule
The biggest mistake international sellers make is trying to make their information appear more "American" than it really is.
For example:
You live in Pakistan.
Your LLC is in Wyoming.
Your registered agent is in Wyoming.
That does not mean:
You live in Wyoming.
Your Amazon account should accurately reflect your personal information and your company's legal information.
Amazon's verification system is designed to identify inconsistencies.
What Happens After Your Account Is Approved?
Once your account is approved, you can access Seller Central.
From there, you can start setting up:
Product listings
Inventory
FBA
FBM
Advertising
Pricing
Shipping
Returns
Customer service
However, approval of the seller account does not automatically mean every product is eligible to sell.
Step 23: Check Product Restrictions
Amazon has different restrictions for different products.
Some categories and products may require approval.
Examples can include:
Beauty
Supplements
Food
Medical products
Certain electronics
Dangerous goods
Branded products
Restricted categories
Before purchasing large quantities of inventory, check whether you are eligible to sell the product.
Step 24: Choose FBA or FBM
You generally have two common fulfilment models.
Amazon FBA
Fulfilment by Amazon
You send inventory to Amazon.
Amazon handles much of the:
Storage
Picking
Packing
Shipping
Customer service
Returns
FBM
Fulfilled by Merchant
You or your fulfilment partner stores and ships the products.
You may operate FBM from:
Your own warehouse
A US 3PL
Another fulfilment provider
You can also use different fulfilment models depending on the product.
Step 25: Create Your First Product Listing
Depending on your product, you may need:
Product title
Images
Bullet points
Description
Keywords
Product identifiers
Pricing
Inventory
Shipping information
If you own your own brand, you may also want to consider Amazon Brand Registry.
Amazon states that Brand Registry is a free programme for eligible brands and recommends enrolling where appropriate.
Step 26: Understand Amazon Fees
Selling on Amazon is not free.
Depending on your selling model, you may encounter:
Selling plan fees
Referral fees
FBA fulfilment fees
Storage fees
Advertising costs
Return-related costs
Removal fees
Long-term storage or aged inventory-related costs
Other service fees
Before launching a product, calculate your complete Amazon profit.
For example:
Selling price: $50
Product cost: $12
Shipping/import: $5
Amazon fees: $15
Advertising: $6
Other costs: $3
Estimated profit: $9
Do not look only at:
Selling price - product cost
That is not your actual Amazon profit.
Step 27: Understand Amazon FBA From Pakistan
If you are selling from Pakistan, you have several possible supply-chain models.
Model 1
Pakistan supplier
↓
US freight forwarder
↓
Amazon FBA
Model 2
China supplier
↓
US freight forwarder
↓
Amazon FBA
Model 3
China supplier
↓
US 3PL
↓
Amazon FBA
Model 4
China supplier
↓
US 3PL
↓
Customer, FBM
The best model depends on:
Product
Weight
Volume
Margins
Lead time
Customs
Duties
FBA requirements
Do I Need to Ship Products From Pakistan?
No.
Your company may be based in the US while your products are manufactured in:
China
Pakistan
India
Vietnam
Turkey
Bangladesh
Other countries
For example:
Owner: Pakistan
Company: US LLC
Manufacturer: China
Warehouse: USA
Marketplace: Amazon.com
This can be a perfectly logical international eCommerce supply chain, provided the relevant legal, tax, customs and marketplace requirements are met.
Can I Sell on Amazon US Without Living in America?
Yes, potentially.
You can operate an international Amazon business without physically living in the US.
The critical requirement is not pretending to be a US resident.
Instead, establish the correct structure and accurately disclose:
Who you are
Where you live
Who owns the business
Where the business is established
Where your money comes from
How the business operates
Can I Open Amazon US With a Pakistani Passport?
Potentially, yes.
Amazon's identity verification process supports government-issued identity documents, with the available options depending on the seller's country and circumstances.
A Pakistani passport can potentially be used as an identity document if it is accepted for your registration and meets Amazon's verification requirements.
Can I Open Amazon US With a Pakistani Bank Account?
Amazon says a US bank account is not mandatory and that sellers may use an eligible bank account outside the US for receiving proceeds.
However, payment and disbursement options can depend on the supported country, currency and account setup.
Always check the options presented inside your own Seller Central registration.
Can I Open Amazon US With a US LLC and Pakistani Address?
Potentially, yes.
For example:
Company: ABC Trading LLC
Company: United States
Owner: Pakistani resident
Residential address: Pakistan
Amazon marketplace: Amazon.com
The important point is that the information must be accurate and supported by documentation.
What If Amazon Asks for a US Address?
Do not automatically provide your registered agent's address as your personal residential address.
Determine exactly what Amazon is asking for:
Business address?
Registered address?
Residential address?
Bank address?
These are different pieces of information.
If you provide the wrong type of address, you can create a verification mismatch.
Amazon US Seller Account vs US LLC
These are two completely different things.
Amazon Seller Account US LLC
Amazon selling account Legal business entity
Created with Amazon Created with a US state
Used to sell on Amazon Used to conduct business
Has Seller Central access Has company records
Subject to Amazon policies Subject to state and federal obligations
Can potentially exist without an LLC Can exist without Amazon
You do not "open an Amazon LLC."
You can:
Open a US LLC
and then
Register that business with Amazon Seller Central.
US LLC + Amazon Seller Central Example
Suppose you are in Karachi.
You establish:
ABC Trading LLC
Then obtain:
EIN
Then establish suitable:
Business banking
Then register:
Amazon Seller Central
Your structure could look like:
You, Pakistan
↓
Owner of ABC Trading LLC
↓
ABC Trading LLC, USA
↓
Amazon Seller Central
↓
Amazon.com
↓
US Customers
This is a common international eCommerce structure.
But every layer has its own compliance requirements.
Common Amazon Account Verification Problems
1. Name mismatch
Your passport says:
Muhammad Bilal Aftab
Amazon says:
Muhammad Aftab
Bank statement says:
Bilal Aftab
This can cause verification problems.
2. Address mismatch
Your Amazon account says:
Lahore
Your bank statement says:
Islamabad
Your uploaded utility bill says:
Karachi
This can create unnecessary questions.
3. Fake US residence
You live in Pakistan but enter:
United States
as your residential country.
This can create serious verification issues.
4. Using somebody else's documents
Never use:
Somebody else's passport
Somebody else's bank statement
Somebody else's address
Somebody else's credit card
Somebody else's company
unless you are legitimately authorised and the relationship is accurately disclosed and supported.
5. Buying an old Amazon account
Do not assume buying an existing Amazon account is a shortcut.
Amazon seller accounts have identity, ownership and account integrity requirements.
If you acquire an existing business, the proper process is different from simply buying someone's login credentials.
6. Creating multiple accounts without understanding Amazon's policies
Do not create multiple Seller Central accounts simply because your first registration has a problem.
Amazon has account policies governing multiple seller accounts.
If your registration gets stuck, resolve the issue rather than repeatedly creating accounts.
How to Avoid Amazon Verification Problems
Before submitting your application, create a document folder containing:
Personal
Passport
National ID, if applicable
Proof of residential address
Bank statement
Phone number
Email
Company
Articles/formation documents
Company registration information
EIN documentation, where applicable
Ownership information
Business address
Banking
Bank account details
Bank statement
Card information
Then compare the information.
Ask yourself:
Does my name match?
Does my address match?
Does my company name match?
Does my ownership information match?
Can I prove every claim I made during registration?
If the answer is yes, your application is much easier to support.
Amazon Seller Account Registration Checklist for Pakistan
Before you start:
Valid Pakistani passport
Correct legal name
Correct date of birth
Correct Pakistani residential address
Proof of address
Active phone number
Dedicated email
Credit/debit card
Bank account
US LLC documents, if applicable
EIN, if applicable
Business address
Ownership information
PSC/beneficial owner information
Tax information
Product information
Complete Amazon US Registration Process
If you want the entire process in the simplest possible format:
Step 1
Create your business structure.
Step 2
Prepare your personal documents.
Step 3
Prepare your company documents if using a US LLC.
Step 4
Create a dedicated Amazon email.
Step 5
Go to the official Amazon Seller registration page.
Step 6
Select the appropriate business type.
Step 7
Enter your actual business information.
Step 8
Enter your actual personal information.
Step 9
Select Pakistan as your residence if you live in Pakistan.
Step 10
Enter your real residential address.
Step 11
Identify the beneficial owner.
Step 12
Identify the legal representative.
Step 13
Add your bank account.
Step 14
Add your payment card.
Step 15
Create your Amazon store name.
Step 16
Provide product information.
Step 17
Complete tax information.
Step 18
Complete identity verification.
Step 19
Upload clear documents.
Step 20
Complete any additional Amazon verification.
Step 21
Wait for approval.
Step 22
Configure Seller Central.
Step 23
Create product listings.
Step 24
Choose FBA or FBM.
Step 25
Send inventory to the US if using FBA.
Step 26
Launch and manage your business.
The Biggest Lesson for Pakistani Amazon Sellers
You do not need to pretend to be American to sell in America.
You need to build a legitimate international business.
If you live in Pakistan:
Say you live in Pakistan.
If you own a US LLC:
Provide the actual LLC information.
If your bank account is outside the US:
Use an eligible account.
If your products come from China:
Declare the appropriate information.
If your customers are in America:
Sell to America.
The goal is not to make your account look American.
The goal is to make your account accurate, verifiable and compliant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I open an Amazon Seller Central account from Pakistan?
Yes, Pakistani residents can potentially register to sell on Amazon.com, subject to Amazon's current eligibility and verification requirements.
Do I need a US LLC?
No, not necessarily. You can potentially register as an individual or through a business entity.
Do I need a US bank account?
No. Amazon's official registration guide says a US bank account is not required and describes options for receiving proceeds outside the US.
Can I use a Pakistani bank account?
Potentially, depending on Amazon's supported payment and disbursement options for your account.
Can I use a Pakistani passport?
Potentially, if it is accepted for your registration and meets Amazon's identity verification requirements.
Do I need a US address?
Your company may have a US business address if you operate through a US company, but you should provide your actual residential address when Amazon asks for it.
Can I use my US LLC registered agent address as my residential address?
No, not if you do not actually live there.
Can I operate Amazon FBA from Pakistan?
Yes, potentially. Your inventory can be manufactured or sourced internationally and shipped into the US fulfilment network.
Can I sell on Amazon US while living in Pakistan?
Yes, potentially.
Do I need an EIN?
This depends on your business structure and tax situation. If you operate through a US LLC, an EIN is commonly an important part of the company's US tax and banking setup.
Can I sell branded products?
Only if you have the appropriate rights, sourcing and documentation, and comply with Amazon's policies.
Can I create multiple Amazon accounts?
Do not create multiple accounts without first understanding Amazon's policies and whether you are eligible to maintain multiple accounts.
What happens if Amazon rejects my verification?
Read the exact reason given by Amazon and provide the requested information or documentation. Do not submit random documents or create another account simply to bypass verification.
Final Checklist: Pakistan to Amazon US
If you are sitting in Pakistan today and want to start selling on Amazon US, your roadmap is:
Pakistan
↓
Choose individual or business structure
↓
Optional: establish US LLC
↓
Obtain appropriate tax identification
↓
Set up suitable banking
↓
Prepare passport and proof of address
↓
Create Amazon Seller Central registration
↓
Enter truthful business information
↓
Enter truthful Pakistani residential information
↓
Complete tax information
↓
Complete identity verification
↓
Get approved
↓
Choose FBA or FBM
↓
Source products
↓
Ship inventory to the US
↓
Create listings
↓
Launch on Amazon.com
↓
Manage sales, inventory, advertising and compliance
That is the legitimate way to approach opening an Amazon US Seller Central account from Pakistan.
Official Amazon Resources
Amazon Seller Registration Guide
Amazon Seller Central
Amazon Global Selling
Last reviewed: August 2026.