# Registering as a seller on AWS Marketplace Registering as a seller is the first step to selling your products on AWS Marketplace. This section guides you through the registration process, including providing required information and completing verification steps. **Sellers in India** Sellers in India have specific registration requirements and processes that differ from other regions. For detailed information, see [Getting started as a seller in India](getting-started-seller-india.md). To register as a seller in AWS Marketplace, you can use an existing AWS account or create a new account. All AWS Marketplace interactions are tied to the account that you choose. AWS Marketplace strongly recommends using AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) roles to sign in to the AWS Marketplace Management Portal rather than using your root account credentials. AWS Marketplace supports several types of sellers, each with their own unique offerings and requirements: **Independent software vendors (ISVs)** Software companies that develop, market, and sell software products that run on or integrate with AWS services. ISVs can offer various product types including AMIs, container products, SaaS products, and machine learning models. **Channel partners** Organizations that resell or distribute software products from ISVs. Channel partners can create private offers for products they're authorized to resell, allowing them to set their own pricing and terms. **Managed service providers (MSPs)** Companies that provide managed services for AWS environments, including monitoring, security, and optimization services. MSPs can offer their services as products in AWS Marketplace. **Individuals** Individual developers or consultants who have created software products or professional services that work with AWS services. **Topics** + [Seller eligibility requirements](seller-eligibility.md) + [Account considerations](account-considerations.md) + [Registration process](registration-process.md) # Seller eligibility requirements Eligibility requirements for AWS Marketplace sellers vary based on whether you're offering free products or paid products, your location, and the regions where you want to sell. ## General requirements for all sellers All sellers must meet these basic requirements: + Have an AWS account in good standing + Meet the requirements in the terms and conditions for AWS Marketplace sellers + Provide a valid email address accessible by appropriate contacts within your organization (aliases cannot be substituted) + Use AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) roles to sign in to the AWS Marketplace Management Portal rather than using root account credentials (strongly recommended) ## Requirements for offering free products To create and offer free products in AWS Marketplace, you must: + Sell publicly available, full-feature production-ready software + Have a defined customer support process and support organization + Provide a means to keep software regularly updated and free of vulnerabilities + Follow best practices and guidelines when marketing your product in AWS Marketplace ## Requirements for selling paid products If you charge for your products or offer bring your own license (BYOL) products, you must also meet these additional requirements: + Be a permanent resident or citizen in an eligible jurisdiction, or a business entity organized or incorporated in one of those areas + Provide tax information (W-9 form for US sellers, W-8 form for non-US sellers) + Provide bank account information in an eligible jurisdiction that can accept USD disbursements + Complete Know Your Customer (KYC) process if selling to customers in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), getting paid for Republic of Korea transactions, or using U.K.-based bank accounts + Complete bank account verification process For detailed procedures on completing these requirements, see [Registration process](registration-process.md). ## Requirements by product type Different types of sellers may have additional specific requirements: **Data product providers** Must meet the AWS Data Exchange eligibility requirements. For more information, see the [AWS Data Exchange User Guide](https://docs.aws.amazon.com/data-exchange/latest/userguide/providing-data-sets.html). **Professional services providers** Must complete the Tax Questionnaire for DAC7. **BYOL product providers** Often require additional seller registration requirements beyond standard paid product requirements. ## Eligible jurisdictions for paid products To sell paid products on AWS Marketplace, you must be a permanent resident or citizen in one of the following countries, or a business entity organized or incorporated in one of these jurisdictions. **Note** If you're changing jurisdictions, consult your legal and tax advisors before proceeding. This change might affect all active agreements. ### Eligible countries and regions + Australia + Bahrain + Colombia + European Union (EU) member states + Hong Kong SAR + India + Israel + Japan + New Zealand + Norway + Qatar + South Korea + Switzerland + United Arab Emirates (UAE) + United Kingdom (UK) + United States (US) ### VAT and tax requirements Depending on your location, you may need to provide VAT registration information and meet specific tax requirements. For detailed information about VAT registration requirements and tax procedures by country, see [Step 2: Provide tax information](provide-tax-information.md). # Account considerations Choosing the right AWS account for your AWS Marketplace seller registration is an important decision that will support your marketplace business. Here are key considerations to help you make the best choice: ## Choosing your seller account AWS Marketplace recommends using a new account to register as a seller. This account will become the seller of record for your products and will be used for reporting, disbursement, and communication from AWS Marketplace to you. **Important** Once you register as a seller and list a product, you can't change the account associated with your products. All AWS Marketplace interactions will be tied to the account you choose, so it's worth taking time to select the right one. Using a new account offers several advantages: + Clean separation between your AWS Marketplace business and other AWS activities + Simplified billing and financial tracking + Easier compliance and audit management + Reduced risk of account-related issues affecting your marketplace business You can have multiple seller accounts if your business requires it. Each seller account corresponds to a separate AWS account and operates independently of AWS Organizations. Some sellers use multiple accounts for business and financial reasons, such as operating in multiple territories, separating different business units, or meeting specific compliance requirements. **Note** Each seller account must have a unique legal business name during registration. However, multiple seller accounts can use the same display name. Keep in mind that each seller account maintains its own separate product catalog and requires independent management. If you prefer to use an existing account, you can do so as long as it was created after September 27, 2017. ## Tax inheritance and entity considerations If you're planning to use an AWS account that's part of an AWS Organizations organization, be aware of how tax inheritance settings can affect your AWS Marketplace seller registration. **Important** When the management account in an AWS Organizations organization enables tax inheritance, member accounts inherit the management account's billing address and legal entity information. This can create conflicts if your seller account needs to represent a different business entity than the management account. Tax inheritance affects AWS Marketplace sellers because: + The billing address determines your seller business location and must match the information you provide in the AWS Marketplace Management Portal. + Member accounts inherit the management account's legal entity when tax inheritance is enabled. + This inheritance can prevent you from accurately representing your business entity in different regions or countries. ### Recommendations for multi-entity businesses If your management account represents a different business entity (for example, a US entity) than your intended seller account (for example, an Australian entity), we recommend one of the following approaches: + **Use a standalone account:** Create a standalone AWS account that's not part of any organization for your AWS Marketplace seller registration. + **Create a separate organization:** Set up a new AWS Organizations organization where all accounts represent the same business entity as your intended seller account. This consideration is particularly important as AWS Marketplace continues to expand to new regions and marketplaces globally, including Korea, India, and other international markets. **Note** For more information about tax inheritance in AWS Organizations, see [Managing tax inheritance for linked accounts](https://docs.aws.amazon.com/awsaccountbilling/latest/aboutv2/manage-account-payment.html#manage-account-tax-linked-accounts) in the *AWS Billing User Guide*. ## Setting up secure access For security best practices, we recommend using AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) roles to sign in to the AWS Marketplace Management Portal rather than using your root account credentials. For comprehensive security guidance, see [AWS Marketplace security](security.md). You can also configure your account to allow multiple users with different permissions to access the AWS Marketplace Management Portal. For more information about setting up user access, see [Controlling access to AWS Marketplace Management Portal](marketplace-management-portal-user-access.md). ## Setting up communications The root/main email address for your AWS Marketplace seller account is critical for receiving essential communications, including important compliance notifications and urgent account updates. This email address must be regularly monitored by your AWS Marketplace team and cannot be an alias address, as certain AWS teams can only communicate with the registered root email address. **Important** Your root email address serves as the primary communication channel for critical AWS Marketplace business operations. Failure to monitor this email address could result in missed compliance deadlines, payment issues, or account suspension. When setting up your seller account email address, ensure it meets these requirements: + **Direct email address:** Must be a real email address, not an alias or distribution list, as certain AWS teams can only send emails to the registered root address + **Regular monitoring:** Must be actively monitored by your AWS Marketplace team for time-sensitive communications + **Organizational access:** Should be accessible by appropriate contacts within your organization who can respond to urgent matters + **Business continuity:** Consider using a role-based email address (such as marketplace-team@yourcompany.com) rather than an individual's personal email to ensure continuity ## Ready to register? Once you've selected your account, you can begin the seller registration process. For step-by-step registration instructions, see [Registration process](registration-process.md). # Registration process Registering as a seller in AWS Marketplace involves completing several steps in sequence. This section provides an overview of the registration process, followed by detailed instructions for each step. The registration process consists of the following steps: 1. [Register and create your seller profile](create-public-profile.md) – Select an AWS account to use as your primary AWS Marketplace account and provide information that will be displayed to potential buyers. 1. [Provide tax information](provide-tax-information.md) – Submit your tax information and VAT information (where applicable) to ensure accurate tax reporting and withholding. 1. [Provide bank account information](provide-bank-information.md) – For paid products, provide bank account details that can accept USD disbursements. 1. [Set disbursement preferences](set-disbursement-preferences.md) – Choose how and when you want to receive payments for your product sales. 1. [Complete the KYC process](complete-kyc-process.md) – Required for sellers who want to get paid for Republic of Korea transactions, transact using U.K.-based bank accounts, or sell to EMEA customers. 1. [Complete bank account verification](complete-bank-verification.md) – Verify your bank account to receive disbursements. After completing these steps, you'll be ready to create and publish products on AWS Marketplace. For free products, you only need to complete the public profile step. For paid products, all steps are required. The following sections provide detailed instructions for each step of the registration process. # Step 1: Register and create your seller profile AWS Marketplace consolidates the management portal with AWS Partner Central. To begin selling on AWS Marketplace, sign in to your AWS account and complete the registration process to create your seller profile. ## Information required for registration To register AWS Partner Central and AWS Marketplace, you need to provide the following information: **Valid government-issued photo ID** A government-issued photo ID for identity verification. **Legal company name** The official registered name of a business entity. This name must be unique across all sellers on AWS Marketplace and appears on all legal documents and agreements with AWS Marketplace. **Business Tax ID and tax registration location** Your business tax identification number (such as EIN, VAT, GST, or other country-specific tax identifier) used for tax reporting and business verification. AWS uses this information for business verification only and does not change your billing information in the AWS account. **Alliance lead contact** The name of the person who will manage the partner relationship with AWS. You can update this information after registration. **Alliance lead email** The email address of the person who will manage the partner relationship with AWS. You can update this information after registration. ## Register as an AWS Partner and AWS Marketplace seller 1. Navigate to [https://aws.amazon.com/partners/marketplace/](https://aws.amazon.com/partners/marketplace/) and choose **Register Now**. 1. Sign in to the AWS account where you want to register with AWS Marketplace. 1. You will be redirected to the [AWS Partner Central](https://us-east-1.console.aws.amazon.com/partnercentral/home?region=us-east-1) service homepage. Choose [https://us-east-1.console.aws.amazon.com/partnercentral/dashboard?region=us-east-1](https://us-east-1.console.aws.amazon.com/partnercentral/dashboard?region=us-east-1). 1. Follow the [Partner Central registration process](https://docs.aws.amazon.com/partner-central/latest/getting-started/registration-process.html). 1. Complete [identity verification and business verification](https://docs.aws.amazon.com/partner-central/latest/getting-started/verification-process.html). 1. Complete the [registration form](https://docs.aws.amazon.com/partner-central/latest/getting-started/registration-form.html) with alliance lead information. After you complete registration, you are redirected to the AWS Partner Central page. In the left navigation pane, scroll to AWS Marketplace settings and choose **Add public profile** to [complete your public seller profile](https://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/create-public-profile.html#create-public-profile-steps). ## Create additional AWS Marketplace accounts If you need additional AWS Marketplace accounts (for example, to manage separate accounts across different countries or regions), follow these steps: 1. Navigate to [https://aws.amazon.com/partners/marketplace/](https://aws.amazon.com/partners/marketplace/) and choose **Register Now**. 1. Sign in to the AWS account where you want to register with AWS Marketplace. 1. You will be redirected to the [AWS Partner Central](https://us-east-1.console.aws.amazon.com/partnercentral/home?region=us-east-1) service homepage. Choose [https://us-east-1.console.aws.amazon.com/partnercentral/register/seller?region=us-east-1](https://us-east-1.console.aws.amazon.com/partnercentral/register/seller?region=us-east-1) (located in the bottom right). Do not choose **Get Started** because you already have an AWS Partner account. 1. Provide your legal business name and choose **Next**. 1. Complete [identity verification and business verification](https://docs.aws.amazon.com/partner-central/latest/getting-started/verification-process.html). **Note** If you are an existing AWS Partner creating an additional Marketplace account, you do not need to repeat the Partner Central registration process. After you complete registration, you are redirected to the AWS Partner Central page. In the left navigation pane, scroll to AWS Marketplace settings and choose **Add public profile** to [complete your public seller profile](https://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/create-public-profile.html#create-public-profile-steps). ## Information required for your public profile To create your public AWS Marketplace seller profile, you need to provide the following information: **Display name** The name that appears to buyers on AWS Marketplace, which can be the legal company name or a doing-business-as (DBA) name. **Company website** Your company's official website URL. This helps buyers verify your company's legitimacy and learn more about your business. **Company description** A brief description of your company, including your products, services, and value proposition. This information helps buyers understand what your company offers. **Contact information** Contact details for customer support, including email address and phone number. This information is used by buyers who need assistance with your products. **Note** You can update your public profile information at any time after registration by accessing the Marketplace settings section in the portal. ## Steps to create your public profile After registering as a seller, create your public profile with the following steps: 1. On the Marketplace Settings page, choose **Add public profile**. 1. Upload a company logo by choosing **Upload** in the logo section. 1. Enter your **Display name** (up to 40 characters). This can be different from your legal business name. 1. Enter your company's **URL to website**. 1. Enter your company description in the text area (up to 600 characters). 1. Choose **Submit** to save your public profile. ## Best practices for your public profile Consider these best practices when creating your public profile: + Ensure your company description clearly communicates your value proposition and the types of products you offer. + Use a professional and active customer support email address that is monitored regularly. + Verify that your company website is up-to-date and includes information about your products and services. + Make sure your display name is recognizable and consistent with your branding in other channels. + Provide accurate contact information to ensure buyers can reach you if they have questions or issues. ## Next steps After creating your public profile, you can proceed to the next step in the registration process: [Step 2: Provide tax information](provide-tax-information.md). If you're only planning to offer free products on AWS Marketplace, you've completed the required registration steps. However, if you plan to offer paid products, you must complete all the remaining registration steps. # Step 2: Provide tax information Providing tax information is a required step for sellers who plan to offer paid products on AWS Marketplace. This information ensures proper tax reporting and withholding for your sales. ## Tax information requirements The tax information you need to provide depends on your country or region and the types of products you plan to sell: + **US-based sellers** – If you're based in the United States, you need to provide a completed W-9 form, which includes your Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). + **Non-US sellers** – If you're based outside the United States, you need to provide a completed W-8 form (typically W-8BEN for individuals or W-8BEN-E for entities). This does not apply to sellers in India. + **VAT/GST registration** – If you're required to collect Value-Added Tax (VAT) or Goods and Services Tax (GST) in your jurisdiction, you need to provide your VAT/GST registration number. + **Professional services providers** – If you plan to sell professional services on AWS Marketplace, you must complete the Tax Questionnaire for DAC7 in addition to the standard tax forms. **Sellers in India** Sellers in India don't need to complete the W-8 form or DAC7 as they can only sell to buyers in India. If you're changing your location to outside India, you need to complete W-9 or W-8 forms (as applicable) and DAC7. For detailed information about India-specific tax requirements, see [Getting started as a seller in India](getting-started-seller-india.md). ### VAT registration requirements If you're located in these countries, you must provide VAT registration information: + Australia + Bahrain + Colombia + European Union member states + Israel + New Zealand + Norway + Switzerland + United Arab Emirates (UAE) + United Kingdom (UK) **Note** If you need to add supplemental tax registrations for specific localities after registration, see [Supplemental tax registrations](supplemental-tax-registrations.md) in [Managing your seller account](seller-account-management.md). ### Tax invoicing responsibility In these countries, if you and your buyer are located in the same country, you may be responsible for tax invoicing, collections, and remittances. Consult with your tax advisor: + Bahrain + Colombia + Israel + Norway + Switzerland + United Arab Emirates (UAE) ### Japan tax requirements From April 1, 2025, the following procedures are in effect for the collection and remittance of the 10% Japanese Consumption Tax (JCT) and the issuance of tax qualified invoice (TQI) by AWS Japan for products sold on AWS Marketplace: | Seller and customer scenario | Tax collection and invoice procedures | | --- | --- | | **Seller – **Independent software vendor (ISV) with an address outside of Japan. **Customer – **AWS account with an address in Japan. | According to the Specified Platform Taxation rule, AWS Japan will do the following: [\[See the AWS documentation website for more details\]](http://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/provide-tax-information.html) To avoid duplication, the ISV should cease collecting or remitting Japanese Consumption Tax (JCT) and issuing Tax Qualified Invoices (TQIs). | | **Seller – **Independent software vendor (ISV) with an address in Japan. **Customer – **AWS account with an address in Japan. | According to the Special Agency rule, AWS Japan will do the following: [\[See the AWS documentation website for more details\]](http://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/provide-tax-information.html) The ISV must do the following: [\[See the AWS documentation website for more details\]](http://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/provide-tax-information.html) | | Channel Partner Private Offer (CPPO), ISV outside Japan. [\[See the AWS documentation website for more details\]](http://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/provide-tax-information.html) | For the first transaction, the Channel Partner must report the Japanese Consumption Tax (JCT) according to the reverse-charge tax mechanism. For the second transaction: [\[See the AWS documentation website for more details\]](http://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/provide-tax-information.html) | | Channel Partner Private Offer (CPPO), all sellers and customers in Japan. [\[See the AWS documentation website for more details\]](http://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/provide-tax-information.html) | For the first transaction (from October 6, 2025 (UTC)): [\[See the AWS documentation website for more details\]](http://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/provide-tax-information.html) For the second transaction: [\[See the AWS documentation website for more details\]](http://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/provide-tax-information.html) | | Channel Partner Private Offer (CPPO), ISV and Channel Partner outside Japan. [\[See the AWS documentation website for more details\]](http://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/provide-tax-information.html) | For the first transaction, AWS Japan does not issue an invoice or collect Japan Consumption Tax (JCT) as this is outside the scope of JCT. For the second transaction: [\[See the AWS documentation website for more details\]](http://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/provide-tax-information.html) To avoid duplication, the Channel Partner should cease collecting or remitting Japanese Consumption Tax (JCT) and issuing Tax Qualified Invoices (TQIs). | | Channel Partner Private Offer (CPPO), Channel Partner outside Japan. [\[See the AWS documentation website for more details\]](http://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/provide-tax-information.html) | For the first transaction, AWS Japan does not issue an invoice or collect Japan Consumption Tax (JCT) as this is outside the scope of JCT. For the second transaction: [\[See the AWS documentation website for more details\]](http://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/provide-tax-information.html) To avoid duplication, the Channel Partner should cease collecting or remitting Japanese Consumption Tax (JCT) and issuing Tax Qualified Invoices (TQIs). | For more information about VAT, invoicing, and your tax obligations as a seller, see [AWS Marketplace Sellers](https://aws.amazon.com/tax-help/marketplace/) on [Amazon Web Service Tax Help](https://aws.amazon.com/tax-help/). ## India tax requirements For help with India-specific tax requirements, see [Tax help > India](https://aws.amazon.com/tax-help/india/india-marketplace-sellers/) on the AWS website. ## Steps to provide tax information Follow these steps to provide your tax information in AWS Marketplace: 1. Sign in to the AWS Marketplace Management Portal at [https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/management/](https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/management/). 1. Navigate to the **Settings** tab. 1. Select **Go to tax dashboard** in the **Payment information** section. 1. Complete the U.S. tax interview. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the appropriate tax form based on your location (W-9 form for US-based sellers or W-8 form for non-US sellers). **Note** If you see the error message "Tax interview location does not match the business location," ensure that the banking and tax information provided in Billing and Cost Management matches what is entered into the AWS Marketplace Management Portal. Your tax interview location must match the business location. 1. Review all information for accuracy before submitting. 1. Choose **Submit** to complete the tax information process. 1. (Optional) If you need to complete VAT registration, return to the **Settings** page and choose **Complete VAT information**. This redirects you to the **Tax settings** page of the AWS Billing console. **Note** The tax interview process is managed by a third-party service provider. Your information is securely transmitted and stored in accordance with applicable tax regulations. The VAT information section is only available if you are in an AWS Region that supports VAT. ## Best practices for providing tax information Consider these best practices when providing your tax information: + Ensure all information matches your official tax records to avoid processing delays. + Have your tax identification documents ready before starting the process. + If you're unsure about any tax requirements, consult with a tax professional before submitting your information. + Keep your tax information up to date. If your tax status changes, update your information promptly in the AWS Marketplace Management Portal. + For VAT/GST registration, ensure you understand the tax collection and remittance requirements in your jurisdiction. ## Next steps After providing your tax information, you can proceed to the next step in the registration process: [Step 3: Provide bank account information](provide-bank-information.md). After you begin selling and have tax activity, you can access your tax documents such as 1099 forms. For more information, see [Access tax documents](access-tax-documents.md) in [Managing your seller account](seller-account-management.md). # Step 3: Provide bank account information Providing bank account information is required for sellers who plan to offer paid products on AWS Marketplace. This information allows AWS to disburse payments for your product sales. **Note** You must complete your tax information before you can provide banking information. For a list of countries where you can offer paid products in AWS Marketplace, see [Seller eligibility requirements](seller-eligibility.md). **Sellers in India** Sellers in India must provide bank accounts located in India with IFSC codes and can only receive disbursements in Indian rupee. For detailed information, see [Getting started as a seller in India](getting-started-seller-india.md). ## Bank account requirements The bank account requirements depend on your location: + **US-based sellers** – If you're based in the United States, you need to provide a US-based bank account that can accept ACH transfers in USD. + **Non-US sellers** – (Does not apply to sellers in India) If you're based outside the United States, you need to provide a bank account in an eligible jurisdiction that can accept wire transfers in USD. Your bank account must have a valid SWIFT code. Alternatively, you can use Hyperwallet to obtain a US bank account (see [Hyperwallet option for US bank accounts](#hyperwallet-option)). For all sellers, the bank account must be associated with the legal entity you provided during the tax information step. ## Steps to provide bank account information Follow these steps to provide your bank account information in AWS Marketplace: 1. Sign in to the AWS Marketplace Management Portal at [https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/management/](https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/management/) and choose **Settings**. 1. Select **Complete banking information** in the **Payment information** section. 1. Provide the required information about your bank account. You have the option to provide one or more bank accounts (US ACH account, SWIFT bank account from an eligible jurisdiction, or other supported account types). 1. Choose **Submit** to save your bank account information. **Note** Your bank account cannot be deleted after it is added. **Important** Ensure that the bank account holder name matches the legal entity name you provided during the tax information step. Mismatches can cause payment delays or rejections. ## Hyperwallet option for US bank accounts If you prefer to accept USD disbursements using a US-based bank account, Hyperwallet can provide you with a US account. Hyperwallet is an independent service provider that allows you to receive funds and transfer them to your local bank account in a supported currency. By adding your Hyperwallet account details to your AWS Marketplace seller account, you agree and acknowledge that AWS Marketplace will share your name, email address, and account number with Hyperwallet to confirm your status as an AWS Marketplace seller. **Note** Additional fees may apply to your use of Hyperwallet services (including transfer fees and foreign exchange fees required to transfer funds into your local currency), as well as foreign exchange rates. For a limited time, the Hyperwallet service fee will be waived only with respect to AWS Marketplace disbursements. For more information about fees and services, see the [Hyperwallet support site](https://wssellers.hyperwallet.com/hw2web/consumer/page/contact.xhtml). **To register with Hyperwallet and obtain US bank account information** 1. Sign in to the AWS Marketplace Management Portal at [https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/management/](https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/management/) and choose **Settings**. 1. Select **Complete banking information** in the **Payment information** section. 1. If you don't have a Hyperwallet account and need one for use in AWS Marketplace, choose **No** in response to **Do you have a US bank account?** and **Are you registered with Hyperwallet?** You will be provided with a personal identification number (PIN) and link to sign up for Hyperwallet. 1. After you have activated your Hyperwallet account, follow the steps described on the Hyperwallet registration portal to complete registration and receive your deposit account information. 1. When you have obtained an account from Hyperwallet, add your Hyperwallet account information to your AWS account by returning to **Settings** and selecting **Complete banking information** in the **Payment information** section. **Note** To update information in your Hyperwallet account, contact the Hyperwallet support team in the [Hyperwallet Portal](https://wssellers.hyperwallet.com). Refer to the **Support** tab for hours and contact information. ## Best practices for providing bank information Consider these best practices when providing your bank account information: + Double-check all account numbers, routing numbers, and SWIFT codes for accuracy. + Ensure your bank account can accept USD payments. + Verify that your bank account is in good standing and can receive international wire transfers (for non-US accounts). + If you're unsure about any banking details, contact your bank for assistance before submitting your information. + Keep your bank account information up to date. If you change banks or account details, update your information promptly in the AWS Marketplace Management Portal. ## Next steps After providing your bank account information, you can proceed to the next step in the registration process: [Step 4: Set disbursement preferences](set-disbursement-preferences.md). # Step 4: Set disbursement preferences Setting disbursement preferences allows you to specify how you want to receive payments for your product sales on AWS Marketplace. This step is required for sellers who plan to offer paid products. All sellers are required to associate USD as a disbursement preference. This is mandatory because public offers can only be created in USD. Failure to do so will block you from product listing and offer creation. **Note** If you recently registered, you may need to wait two business days between creating your public profile and adding your disbursement method. **Sellers in India** Sellers in India can only receive disbursements in Indian rupee and have specific deduction requirements. For detailed information, see [Sellers in India FAQ](india-seller-faq.md). The requirement for setting USD as a disbursement preference is not needed for sellers in India. Sellers in India are required to associate INR to their bank account in order to create offers and receive disbursements. Sellers in India will be able to create public offers in USD and private offers in USD. ## Steps to set disbursement preferences Follow these steps to set your disbursement preferences in AWS Marketplace: 1. Sign in to the AWS Marketplace Management Portal at [https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/management/](https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/management/) and choose **Settings**. 1. Select the **Payment information** tab. 1. In the **Disbursement methods** section, choose **Add disbursement method**. 1. For **Currency**, select your preferred disbursement currency. Then, for **Bank account**, choose the account where you can receive payments in your selected currency. **Note** US-based ACH accounts and Hyperwallet accounts can only receive payments in USD. For non-USD disbursements, you must provide a SWIFT bank account. Multiple currencies can be assigned to a bank account. India-based sellers must have an India domiciled IFSC bank account to receive disbursements. They can also receive payments in INR only. 1. Select your disbursement frequency. Choose **Daily** for disbursements when they become available, or select **Monthly** and choose a number between 1-28 for the day of the month you want your disbursement to process. 1. Choose **Add disbursement method**. **Note** You can update your disbursement preferences at any time after registration. For detailed information about managing disbursements, see [Managing disbursements](managing-disbursements.md) in [Managing your seller account](seller-account-management.md). ## Next steps After setting your disbursement preferences, you may need to complete additional steps: + [Complete the KYC process](complete-kyc-process.md) (required for certain regions and banking options) + [Complete bank account verification](complete-bank-verification.md) to begin receiving payments For detailed information about managing your disbursement preferences, schedules, and currencies after registration, see [Managing disbursements](managing-disbursements.md) in [Managing your seller account](seller-account-management.md). # Step 5: Complete the Know Your Customer (KYC) process AWS Marketplace has established regional invoicing entities (also referred to as Marketplace Operators or MPOs) to facilitate transactions and support buyers' and sellers' localized business needs, such as tax, reporting, disbursements, and compliance. Invoicing entities are regional entities responsible for managing these localized aspects of AWS Marketplace for their respective regions. Each invoicing entity is subject to local laws and regulations. As AWS Marketplace sellers, you are required to complete verification steps to utilize certain invoicing entities in specific regions. As part of this framework, the Know Your Customer (KYC) process is a verification procedure that helps AWS comply with regulatory requirements including EU anti-money laundering directives and Korean financial transaction reporting requirements. KYC verification is mandatory for you to transact and/or receive disbursements through the AWS Marketplace invoicing entities in the following regions: 1. Europe, Middle East, and Africa (transaction and disbursements) 1. South Korea (disbursements) ## Regional KYC requirements EMEA Sellers must complete the KYC process to use the AWS EMEA invoicing entity. AWS Marketplace transactions through the AWS EMEA invoicing entity are processed through Amazon Payments Europe, S.C.A. (APE), a licensed electronic money institution in Luxembourg. Until the KYC is completed, AWS Inc. will be used as the invoicing entity for the seller's transactions in this region. In a Channel Partner Private Offer (CPPO), both the Channel Partner and the ISV need to be KYC verified to use AWS EMEA as the invoicing entity. AWS Inc. will be the default invoicing entity if either party is not KYC verified. KYC verification is also required if either a channel partner or an ISV needs to utilize a UK bank account for disbursements. In that scenario, both parties require KYC verification to ensure the AWS EMEA invoicing entity can facilitate the transaction. South Korea To receive disbursements from the AWS South Korea invoicing entity, sellers must undergo KYC verification. Completing the KYC process for the EMEA region can expedite the verification for South Korea, and vice versa. Japan (Japanese sellers only) Sellers registered in Japan must provide business registration and legal representative details to the AWS Japan invoicing entity. This is a separate process from the KYC described on this page. **Sellers in India** This process doesn't apply to sellers in India as they can only sell to buyers in India. For detailed information, see [Getting started as a seller in India](getting-started-seller-india.md). ## KYC requirements The KYC process requires you to provide additional information and documentation to verify your identity and business details. Before starting, ensure you can monitor your AWS account root email address, as the KYC team will send status updates and requests to that address. For more information about managing account communications, see [Managing account communications](managing-account-communications.md) in [Managing your seller account](seller-account-management.md). **Note** You will also receive KYC status updates to the custom email address that you provide during registration. It is highly recommended to add key KYC stakeholders to the custom email notification so that important messages are not missed. For more information, see [Adding or updating email addresses](email-notifications.md#adding-updating-email-addresses). KYC is a 3-step process: Step 1: Business Verification During this step, you will be required to provide information about your business entity, related documents associated to the business, and the registration and verification of key individuals within your organization (primary contacts, business owners, and legal representatives). You will also need to provide identity verification documents and address verification documents for the nominated individuals. In some cases you might be asked to provide authorization documentation on a company letterhead, signed by a legal representative of the business, if a nominated individual is not legally authorized to represent the company. Step 2: Bank Account Verification After the business verification step is completed, your seller account will be KYC verified, but you must provide a bank statement on the **Payment information** tab before you can receive disbursements through Amazon Payments Europe. For detailed information, see [Step 6: Complete bank account verification](complete-bank-verification.md). Step 3: Secondary User Verification Only authorized users are allowed to manage your KYC and financial details after KYC verification. The secondary user verification is an optional step used if you need to nominate other users within your organization to manage your KYC and financial details on AWS Marketplace, for example, if your finance team needs access to manage disbursement settings. For detailed information, see [Managing secondary users for Know Your Customer (KYC)](managing-secondary-users.md). **Important** All provided documents must be clear, legible, and on official letterhead where applicable. Business documents should be signed by a legal representative and issued within 180 days unless otherwise specified. The document requirements listed in this guide are not exhaustive. During the verification process, compliance teams may request additional information or documentation based on their assessment. Requirements are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. ## Steps to complete Step 1 of the KYC process - Business Verification Follow these steps to complete Step 1 of the KYC process in AWS Marketplace: **Note** For accepted document types, templates, and formatting requirements referenced throughout these steps, see the [Templates and best practices for completing the KYC process](#kyc-best-practices) section at the end of this page. 1. Sign in to the AWS Marketplace Management Portal at [https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/management/](https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/management/) and choose **Settings**. 1. In the **Account summary** section, confirm that the **Country** that is shown is correct. **Note** Choose the **Info** link to see how to change your country. 1. In the same section, review your **KYC Verification** status to see where you are in the verification process. 1. To start or review your KYC journey, select the **Know your customer (KYC)** tab. **Note** In the main KYC tab, you can see a table with customer regions, invoicing entity, transaction status, and disbursement status. Use this table to understand which AWS invoicing entity your customer will get their invoices from. If your transaction or disbursement status is 'Blocked' for an invoicing entity, use the Next Steps column to understand what is required from you. 1. To start or review your business verification, choose **Update Business Verification**. You will be directed to the KYC Registration Portal. 1. Enter the **Basic details** as directed, including selecting your entity type (such as privately-owned business or publicly listed company). After you review the Amazon Payments Europe Terms & Conditions, choose **Agree and continue**. **Important** If the registered seller account name is not publicly listed on a stock exchange, please select 'privately-owned business'. Ensure the business name you enter matches your AWS Marketplace seller account name, as this is the company being verified. Input your business details exactly as shown in official registration documents (country of incorporation, entity type, name, registration number, etc.). Any discrepancies or mismatched information may delay the verification process. When you continue to the next page or next step in the KYC process, that action indicates that you accept the Amazon Payments Europe Terms & Conditions. If you have questions, see **Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)** located on the right side of the console. 1. Enter the required **Business information** as directed, and then choose **Next**. **Note** Registration Extract is your Company Registration or Incorporation Document. For US companies, if the Registration Extract or Incorporation Document is older than 180 days, please additionally provide a certificate of good standing, certificate of (account) status, or valid (not expired) business license. For accepted Proof of Address documents, see the templates section below. Your information is saved every time you choose **Next** to go to the next step. 1. Enter the required **Point of contact information** as directed, and then choose **Next**. **Note** The Primary Contact person is the person who manages the AWS Marketplace account on behalf of the company, and where possible the root user for the seller account. This person must have legal capacity to represent the company; otherwise, a Letter of Authorization (LOA) is required to be uploaded in the 'Additional documents' section. See the templates section below for an LOA template. Provide an accepted Identity document and Proof of Address. See the templates section below. 1. Choose whether the **Beneficial owner** is the same as the point of contact, add beneficial owners (up to four) if necessary, confirm your additions, and then choose **Next**. **Note** At least one Beneficial Owner or a Senior Management Official needs to be registered on the account if the Beneficial Owner is not the Point of Contact. If privately owned company (beneficial owner required): An individual who directly or indirectly owns more than 25% of the shares or voting rights in your business must be registered on the account. If this is not applicable, please register an individual (senior managing official) who controls the company through other means (chief executive officer, chief financial officer, managing or executive director, or president). If publicly listed company (senior manager always required): Any individual who holds the position of senior managing official, such as a chief executive officer, chief financial officer, managing or executive director, or president. (Please enter Senior Manager Official details and document uploads in the beneficial owner section.) Provide an accepted Identity document and Proof of Address. See the templates section below. 1. Choose whether the **Legal representative** is the same as the point of contact or beneficial owner. If the legal representative is a different entity, provide the required information, save your entry, and then choose **Next**. 1. In the **Additional documents** section, upload your letter of authorization (if applicable) and statute documents. **Note** Letter of Authority (LOA): This is required to confirm the primary contact is authorized to act on behalf of the company. Provide this letter using the recommended template. See the templates section below. Statute Document: This document should contain Articles of Association, bylaws, and/or a most recent share allotment document (statement of capital/annual return/share register). It is the governing document of a company. For privately owned companies, the statute document should include the full names of each beneficial owner who directly or indirectly owns more than 25% shareholding. If the above data point is missing, you would be required to provide an organization chart showing the entire structure of the registered business (see the templates section below). The exact requirements for statute documents vary by country and legal entity type; therefore, please provide a document that most closely aligns with the descriptions. Ensure all submitted documents are signed by a legal representative, are on letterhead or stamped, and dated within 180 days. If further documents are required, the KYC verification team will contact you via the main/root email address and where possible they will provide an example template. 1. On **Review and Submit**, review and verify all of the information that you have entered. You can select **Edit** to return to any previous section if necessary. 1. Choose **Submit for verification**. The status of your KYC compliance will be reviewed (typically within 24 hours). You will be notified through an email message after the review is complete. You can return to the **Settings** tab to view the status of your KYC compliance on the **Account summary** card. For more information about your KYC status, choose the **Know your customer (KYC)** tab under the **Account summary** card. It will display **Under review** until the review has been completed. **Important** After your KYC is verified, you must provide a bank statement on the **Payment information** tab before you can receive disbursements through Amazon Payments Europe. If you need to add secondary users who can manage KYC information and financial details, see [Managing secondary users for Know Your Customer (KYC)](managing-secondary-users.md) in [Managing your seller account](seller-account-management.md). ## Templates and best practices for completing the KYC process ### Accepted identity documents If you need to provide an identity document for an individual, the following documents are accepted: + Passport + National identity card + US passport card + Driving license + Residence permit Requirements for identity documents: + Document copy/image must be high quality, in color, unobstructed, and legible. + Document size should be less than 10MB. + Accepted formats include: .png, .tiff, .tif, .jpg, .jpeg, and .pdf. + The document must be a copy of a government-issued ID document containing a photo and personal information. + The document must contain full name, date of birth, place of birth, and country of citizenship. If a standalone ID document does not contain all the data points, please provide two ID documents in combination (for example, driving license and birth certificate). + The document must not be expired. + If the identity document has two sides, both sides must be uploaded. + The signature page of the document should be provided, where applicable. ### Accepted proof of address documents The following documents are accepted as proof of address: + Utility bill (gas, water, electricity, TV, Internet, mobile phone, or landline) + Bank statement (documents issued by a financial services provider other than a bank, such as third-party providers or online digital banks, are not acceptable as proof of address) + Credit union or building society statement + Credit card statement or bill + Mortgage statement + Rent receipt from a local council or letting agent Requirements for proof of address documents: + The proof of address must show the provider's logo. + The proof of address must be addressed to the corresponding person or legal entity (names should match the ID/legal document provided). + The full name and country of residence must be visible on the document. Other sensitive information such as account balance or card number can be covered. + The document must not be a screenshot. + The document must be dated within 180 days. ### Letter of authorization template If you need a letter of authorization, you can use the following sample: ``` Letterhead of the company POWER TO ACT ON BEHALF OF THE COMPANY The undersigned **Enter Company name here** (herein after, the "Company"), duly represented by (name, date of birth, and function) **add full name, date of birth, and function of the signatory here**, confirms that **add full name of the Person of Contact here** is authorized to open an Amazon Web Services Marketplace account with Amazon Payments, accept the User Agreement and other Policies, have access to the Amazon Web Services Marketplace account, initiate transactions in the name and on behalf of the Company and approve new Secondary users added to the account and if required, grant them access to update listings, respond to buyers and initiate refunds. Dated this: Signed by: ``` ### Organization chart template As part of the statute document, you may be required to provide an organization chart showing the entire structure of the registered business. Example below: ![\[Example organization chart showing the entire structure of a registered business, including parent company, subsidiaries, and beneficial owners.\]](http://docs.aws.amazon.com/marketplace/latest/userguide/images/kyc-organization-chart.png) ### General best practices Consider these best practices when completing the KYC process: + Prepare all required documentation in advance to streamline the process. + Ensure all documents are clear, legible, and current (typically issued within the last 3-6 months for address verification). + Provide consistent information across all documents and verification steps. + Respond promptly to any requests for additional information or clarification. + If you're unsure about any requirements, contact AWS Marketplace Seller Support for assistance. ## Next steps After completing the KYC process, you can proceed to the final step in the registration process: [Step 6: Complete bank account verification](complete-bank-verification.md). # Step 6: Complete bank account verification To receive disbursements from the AWS EMEA and Korea invoicing entity, you must provide additional information to verify your disbursement bank account that is listed in the **Payment Information** tab in the AWS Marketplace Management Portal. **Sellers in India** This process doesn't apply to sellers in India as they can only sell to buyers in India. For detailed information, see [Getting started as a seller in India](getting-started-seller-india.md). ## Bank verification requirements Bank account verification requires you to upload a bank statement or similar documentation that confirms your account details. The document must clearly show: + **Account holder name** – Must match the name on your seller account + **Bank account number** – Must match the account you provided for disbursements + **Bank name and address** – Must be clearly visible on the document + **Recent date** – Document should be recent (typically within the last 3 months) ## Steps to complete bank account verification Follow these steps to complete the bank account verification process: 1. Sign in to the AWS Marketplace Management Portal at [https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/management/](https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/management/) and choose **Settings**. 1. Select **Update banking information** in the **Payment Information** section. 1. Select the appropriate disbursement account. The **Verification status** displays **Not Verified**. 1. Choose **Verify**. 1. You will be redirected to the **Bank Account Verification** registration portal where you can upload and submit your bank statement. If you use Hyperwallet, you can download the required statement from your Hyperwallet account. 1. In the portal, choose **Upload bank document** and then choose **Submit**. After submitting your bank verification document, the review process typically takes 1-5 business days to complete. You'll receive a notification when your bank account has been successfully verified. **Important** You must complete the bank account verification process before you can receive disbursements through the AWS EMEA and Korea invoicing entity. ## Best practices for bank account verification Consider these best practices when completing the bank account verification process: + Ensure your bank statement or document is recent (typically within the last 3 months) and clearly shows your account details. + Verify that the account holder name on the document exactly matches the name on your seller account. + Make sure the bank account number on the document matches what you provided for disbursements. + Upload a clear, legible copy of your document - avoid blurry or partially obscured images. + Submit official documents only. Screenshots of bank portals or mobile apps are not accepted. + If you encounter issues with verification, contact AWS Marketplace Seller Support for assistance. **Additional accepted documents for sellers in Korea** Korean sellers have additional flexibility in the types of bank documentation they can submit. The following Korean bank documents are acceptable, provided they meet the standard requirements (for example, issued within the required timeframe, clearly showing the bank logo, account number, and account holder's name, and submitted as an official document rather than a screenshot): 잔액증명서 (Balance Certificate) 거래내역서 (Transaction Statement) 계좌개설확인서 (Account Opening Confirmation) 계좌정보증명서 (Account Information Certificate) 예금잔액증명서 (Deposit Balance Certificate) 사업자통장 잔액증명서 (Business Account Balance Certificate) 사업자통장 거래내역서 (Business Account Transaction Statement) ## Registration completion Congratulations\$1 After successfully completing the bank account verification, you have finished the seller registration process for AWS Marketplace. You can now create and publish products on the marketplace. Here's what you can do next: + Create your first product listing + Explore the AWS Marketplace Management Portal to familiarize yourself with its features and capabilities + Review the seller documentation to learn about best practices for selling on AWS Marketplace + Set up additional users and permissions for your team members For more information about managing your seller account after registration, see [Managing your seller account](seller-account-management.md).