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Have you ever wanted to become an international seller on Amazon? Expanding from Amazon USA to Amazon UK can be a game-changer for increasing your sales and reaching new customers. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the key steps to make this process as smooth as possible.
At EHP Consulting Group, we are Amazon Experts with years of experience in consulting, managing, and helping businesses increase their sales on Amazon. We specialize in Amazon expansion and have successfully helped clients expand their presence internationally. Here’s how you can make that leap too:
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Step 1: Gather Your Documents
Before you can expand to Amazon UK, make sure you have:
- A valid passport
- A bank account statement
- An international credit card (one that can handle charges in multiple currencies)
These are essential for verifying your identity and making sure the setup of your Amazon UK account goes smoothly.
Step 2: Upgrade to a Professional Seller Account
If you don’t already have a Professional Seller Account, now’s the time to upgrade. It’s required for selling internationally. Once you’ve done that, navigate to Inventory > Sell Globally in your Amazon Seller Central account.
Click on Europe, and begin the registration process for Amazon UK. Make sure your documentation is accurate, and that the addresses on your account and credit card statement match perfectly. Once Amazon verifies your information, you’ll gain access to Amazon UK—and other European marketplaces like Germany, France, Italy, and Spain.
Step 3: Create Your Listings
Once you’ve been approved for Amazon expansion in the UK, it’s time to recreate your product listings. This is very similar to the process in the US:
- Go to Catalog > Add Products
- Copy your ASIN and UPC code from Amazon USA and recreate the listings in the UK. Make sure the UPC stays the same so that reviews from your US store are carried over.
For a deeper dive into Amazon’s listing process, check out Amazon’s official guide on how to create product listings.
Step 4: Get an EORI Number
To ship your products into the UK or the EU, you’ll need an EORI (Economic Operator Registration and Identification) number. This number is essential for tracking imports and exports within the UK and the EU. You can apply for it online for free here, or hire a freelancer through Fiverr to help you with the application process.
Step 5: Register for VAT (Value-Added Tax)
After obtaining your EORI number, the next step is to register for a VAT number. This allows you to legally pay taxes in the UK on your sales. Amazon offers Amazon help through its VAT services to make this process easier.
Here’s how to get started:
- Search for VAT Services in Amazon Seller Central
- Follow Amazon’s step-by-step guide to complete your VAT registration
Need more information? Learn about how VAT works in the UK on the UK Government’s website.
Step 6: Shipping Your Inventory to Amazon FBA UK
Once your listings are live and you’ve got your VAT and EORI numbers, it’s time to ship inventory to Amazon’s UK fulfillment centers. Here’s the process:
- In Seller Central, go to Send and Replenish Inventory.
- Amazon will generate two shipping labels: an Amazon label and a UPS label.
- Schedule a shipment with UPS or another international carrier. For first-time shipments, UPS is highly recommended due to their expertise in international logistics.
Learn more about shipping internationally with UPS here.
Step 7: Monitor and Optimize
Once your products are live on Amazon UK, it’s critical to monitor sales and optimize your listings regularly. Consider tweaking keywords to fit the UK market and use advertising tools to boost visibility.
If you’re serious about growing your Amazon sales internationally, consider working with Amazon Consultants like EHP Consulting Group. We specialize in helping sellers manage international expansion and increase their sales on Amazon through expert consulting services.
Final Thoughts
Expanding from Amazon USA to Amazon UK doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By following these steps, you can confidently move into the UK market. And remember, if you need professional assistance, Amazon Experts at EHP Consulting Group are here to help with everything from VAT registration to listing optimization.
For more insights, check out our services page. And if you found this guide helpful, share it with others who may benefit from expanding their Amazon business!
I hope this blog provides you with valuable insights into how to expand from Amazon USA to Amazon UK. For more personalized Amazon help and expert consulting, don’t hesitate to reach out to EHP Consulting Group, your trusted partner in international Amazon expansion!
Written By: Joshua Hackett
Sponsored By: Amazon UK
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.ehpconsultinggroup.com
Phone: 925-293-3313
Date Written: September 28th 2024
