How to Set Up an Amazon Seller Account

Introduction

• Importance of a detailed tutorial for setting up an Amazon Seller account
• Challenges people face (rejection, waiting for approval)
• Goal: Walkthrough of setup process

Steps Overview

• 9 steps for signing up
• Discuss best practices for business vs. personal accounts
• Encouragement to subscribe for more videos

Amazon Seller Dashboard

• Visit sell.amazon.com to apply
• Pricing Models:
  • Individual plan
    • Free, basic features
  • Professional plan
    • $39.99/month
    • Advanced selling tools, bulk listing, restricted categories
    • Recommended if affordable

Creating a New Amazon Account

• Steps to create a new Amazon account
• Importance of using a fresh account for new businesses
• Verification via email

Information Needed

• Government ID or passport
• Bank/credit card statement
• Chargeable credit card
• Phone (Google Voice acceptable)
• List of countries allowed to sell on Amazon

Business Information

• Selecting country and business type:
  • Types: state-owned, publicly listed, privately owned, charity, individual
  • Benefit of setting up as an individual for fast approval
• Need for company registration number if applicable
• Clarify if you need to form an LLC (Doula as a resource)

Process Steps

1. Business Information:
   • Company registration number
   • Business address (can be home)
   • Verify phone number
2. Seller Information:
   • Primary contact details
   • Use IDs like driver’s license or passport
   • Include all beneficial owners
3. Bank Information:
   • Valid bank account number (preferably business)
   • Routing number, account verification
   • Compatible with large banks (Chase, Bank of America)
   • Credit card info for monthly fee
4. Store Information:
   • Choose a store name (availability check)
   • GS1 barcodes for products
   • Diversity certifications
   • Brand ownership confirmation
   • Trademark information
5. Verification:
   • Upload driver’s license and proof of address
   • Identity verification via photo or video call

Waiting Period

• Processing times vary: a few days to several months
• Advice against frequently checking with Amazon

Conclusion

• Offer further help via comments or social media
• Possible future videos on listing products
• Encourage subscribing and checking out related resources (e.g., Doula)