How to Sell on Amazon US from India Using a US LLC
Yes, sellers in India can sell on Amazon.com with FBA. The clean setup is a US LLC with an EIN and a US bank account, which unlocks smoother Seller Central verification, USD settlements without forced currency conversion, and simpler US tax paperwork. Start your US LLC and you can be listing within a month.
Amazon US is one of the most powerful sales channels in the world. Indian sellers can access it fully, but it requires a proper US business entity, EIN, and bank account. Here is the complete setup guide.
Why Indian Sellers Need a US LLC for Amazon US
With a US LLC, you are treated as a US business by Amazon, which simplifies everything from account verification to receiving payouts. Operating as an Indian company on the US marketplace creates friction at bank account setup, tax verification, and some product categories are effectively closed to non-US entities.
What You Need Before Registering on Amazon US
Your legal US business entity. Amazon will ask for your business name, address, and formation documents.
Amazon requires a tax identification number. Your EIN is what you provide here. Without it, Amazon cannot complete seller verification.
Amazon deposits your sales revenue into a US bank account. Mercury or Relay business accounts work well.
Amazon requires identity verification even for business accounts. Your Indian passport is accepted.
Amazon charges $39.99 per month for Professional seller accounts. You need a card on file.
Setting Up Your Amazon US Seller Account
Step 1: Choose Your Seller Plan
The Professional plan at $39.99 per month gives full access to all categories, the Buy Box, advertising tools, and FBA. For any serious seller, this is the right choice.
Step 2: Register as a US-Based Business
Select US-based business during registration. Enter your LLC's legal name exactly as it appears on your formation documents. Provide your EIN when Amazon asks for your tax identification number.
Step 3: Tax Interview
Select disregarded entity and indicate you are a non-US person. This determines what tax forms Amazon files on your behalf.
FBA vs FBM for Indian Sellers
FBA is the dominant choice for Indian sellers. Shipping to Amazon's US warehouse in bulk is significantly cheaper than shipping individual orders from India. FBA also makes your products Prime-eligible, which dramatically increases conversion rates.
Many Indian sellers work with freight forwarders who handle customs clearance, US import duties, and delivery to Amazon's warehouse. This is a well-established process with many reliable providers in India.
How Long Does Full Setup Take
From zero to an active Amazon US seller account, the realistic timeline is 3 to 4 weeks. US LLC formation takes 5 to 7 days. EIN is same-day. Bank account approval takes 1 to 2 weeks. Amazon seller verification takes 1 to 3 days after your business setup is complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a US company to sell on Amazon USA from India?
Amazon technically allows Indian individuals to register, but serious FBA sellers use a US LLC. It separates business liability from you personally, gets you a US bank account so Amazon pays you in USD without conversion losses, and makes suppliers and customers treat you as a US business.
What documents does Amazon ask for during verification?
Expect to provide your LLC formation certificate, EIN letter, a bank statement matching your business name, your passport, and a utility bill or bank proof of your Indian address. Getting the business documents right the first time is most of the battle, which is what our formation service handles.
How do taxes work for an Indian FBA seller with a US LLC?
Amazon collects and remits US sales tax in nearly all states under marketplace facilitator laws, so that part is largely handled. Your LLC still files annual IRS paperwork such as Form 5472, and your profits are taxable in India as your income. A chartered accountant familiar with the India US treaty keeps this clean.
Can I ship inventory from India directly to FBA warehouses?
Yes. Most sellers use a freight forwarder who handles customs clearance and delivers to the FBA warehouses Amazon assigns. Your LLC acts as the importer of record, another reason the US entity structure helps.
Which state should I register in as an FBA seller?
Wyoming for nearly all FBA sellers: lowest annual fees, no state income tax, strong privacy. The full comparison is in our Wyoming vs Delaware guide.
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