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Amazon seller account requirements in the UAE
- Commercial license if your business operates in the UAE
- Emirates ID or passport of the account holder
- Proof of address: a recent bank statement or utility bill
- Bank account to receive payouts (see our business bank account guide)
- Credit or debit card for Amazon's fees, a phone number and a business email
Amazon's identity verification team usually reviews a complete application within 2 to 3 business days.
Do you need a trade license to sell on Amazon UAE?
If you sell as a business based in the UAE, yes: Amazon asks for a valid commercial license from the relevant authority. The usual choice is an e-commerce license, from about AED 5,750 in a free zone (see our e-commerce license guide). Selling from abroad follows different rules, especially for VAT.
Amazon.ae seller fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Professional plan | AED 99 a month (Amazon sometimes waives it for new sellers) |
| Individual plan | No monthly fee, about AED 3.67 per item sold |
| Referral fee | A percentage of each sale, set by category |
| FBA fees | If Amazon stores and ships your stock, per unit by size and weight |
Check Amazon's current fee schedule for your category before you price your products.
How to register as an Amazon seller in the UAE
- Get your license and open a bank account.
- Sign up on Amazon Seller Central UAE and choose a plan.
- Upload documents and complete identity verification.
- List products, then choose self-fulfilment or FBA.
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Tell us what you sell and where you are based. We set up the license, bank account and VAT so your Amazon account is approved first time.
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A UAE-resident seller must register for VAT once taxable sales pass AED 375,000 a year. A non-resident seller has effectively no threshold and must usually register from the first taxable sale. See our VAT registration for Amazon sellers. Selling in Saudi Arabia too? See Amazon seller setup in KSA. Entityz has set up businesses for more than 500 entrepreneurs from over 50 nationalities, with a 95% client retention rate.
General information, not legal or tax advice. Entityz is not Amazon. Amazon's requirements, plans and fees are set by Amazon and change from time to time; the figures above were gathered in September 2026. Check Seller Central for the current schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I open an Amazon seller account in the UAE?
Sign up on Amazon Seller Central UAE with your commercial license, Emirates ID or passport, proof of address, a bank account and a card. Verification usually takes 2 to 3 business days.
Do I need a trade license to sell on Amazon UAE?
Yes, if your business operates in the UAE. Amazon asks for a valid commercial license, usually an e-commerce license.
How much does it cost to sell on Amazon UAE?
The Professional plan is AED 99 a month, or the Individual plan charges about AED 3.67 per item. A referral fee by category applies to each sale, plus FBA fees if Amazon ships for you.
Do Amazon sellers need VAT registration in the UAE?
UAE-resident sellers register once taxable sales pass AED 375,000 a year. Non-resident sellers have effectively no threshold.
How long does Amazon seller verification take in the UAE?
Usually 2 to 3 business days once all documents are submitted.
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