Global Selling
Sell in Canada
Sell domestically in Canada, or expand your sales to Canada from another country.
Why sell in Canada?
There are strong similarities between ecommerce in Canada and the US, which can make Canada an ideal place to start your global selling journey. By expanding with programs like Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) and Amazon Ads, you can help drive sales on Amazon.ca.
Grow with Amazon in Canada
Grow your local customer base in Canada by launching on Amazon.ca. Or if you already sell in other Amazon stores like Amazon.com, expand to Canada using specialized tools and programs.
Simplify global expansion
Take the headache out of going global with cross-listing, remote fulfillment, vetted global shipping providers, and automatic currency converters. We also provide tools you can use to assess customer demand in other countries.
Diversify your sales
Diversify your sales across dozens of product categories using the high-impact tools and programs we build into every Professional selling plan. You can also take advantage of optional programs like Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) and Amazon Ads.
33 million
Expected ecommerce users by 2029
69% +
Of population buying online in 2024
$2,610
Average spend per customer in 20241
Explore demand in Canada
Selling globally can be a big step. That’s why we provide insights and recommendations to help you understand customer demand in each country. Log in to Seller Central to explore tools like Marketplace Product Guidance and the Sell Globally dashboard.
"When Versa Gripps started selling in Canada, we enrolled in remote fulfillment from the US as an easy way to get the ball rolling and test our sales in the market. Our average monthly sales were ~$5400 USD when using remote FBA from the US. After switching to using a direct FBA fulfillment partner that gives our Canada customers a Prime offer, we have seen 7x the same volume in Amazon Canada, with an average monthly sales volume of ~$39.5k and growing."
Bryan Emrich
CEO
Ready to sell in Canada?
To start selling in Canada, you’ll follow a few basic steps. You can also review detailed guidance in our global expansion guide.
Step 1: Create your selling account
If you already sell on Amazon.com with a Professional selling account, you can use your existing North America and Brazil unified account to start selling in Canada. Visit your Sell Globally dashboard to get started.
If you’re new to Amazon, you can create a North America and Brazil unified account to sell in Canada, plus the US, Mexico, and Brazil. Or you can create a Canada account and sell exclusively in Canada.
If you’re new to Amazon, you can create a North America and Brazil unified account to sell in Canada, plus the US, Mexico, and Brazil. Or you can create a Canada account and sell exclusively in Canada.
Step 2: Select your products
Explore Amazon product categories in Canada, then select the products you want to sell. You can use the Best Sellers lists in the Amazon Canada store to understand which products might be popular.
Step 3: Complete requirements
Review taxes and regulations, and requirements for product compliance, safety, and listing in Canada.
You can use our Manage Your Compliance and Compliance Reference tools to help navigate product requirements. The Service Provide Network can also help you find Amazon-vetted experts who offer competitive rates.
You can use our Manage Your Compliance and Compliance Reference tools to help navigate product requirements. The Service Provide Network can also help you find Amazon-vetted experts who offer competitive rates.
Step 4: List your products
If you already sell on Amazon.com, you can use the Build International Listings tool to cross-list your products in our Canada store.
If you’re listing products with Amazon for the first time, you can match offers to existing products detail pages on Amazon.com or Amazon.ca, or you can create new detail pages for products you want to add to the Amazon catalog. Then you can use Build International Listings to cross-list in global Amazon stores.
If you’re listing products with Amazon for the first time, you can match offers to existing products detail pages on Amazon.com or Amazon.ca, or you can create new detail pages for products you want to add to the Amazon catalog. Then you can use Build International Listings to cross-list in global Amazon stores.
Don't have an Amazon seller account yet?
Step 5: Ship inventory and fulfill orders
You have three basic options when it comes to getting customers in Canada their stuff:
- Use Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) to sell domestically within Canada, or export inventory to Amazon fulfillment centers in Canada if you’re located in another country. With FBA, Amazon takes care of storing, packing, and shipping customer orders. Learn more about selling with FBA in Canada
- If you’re located outside Canada, use Remote Fulfillment with FBA to sell in Canada without sending inventory across the border. When you enroll in the program and create offers on Amazon.ca, we use your inventory in US fulfillment centers to deliver to customers in Canada.
- Ship orders to customers directly using a suite of solutions we call Fulfilled by Merchant. We offer a network of vetted providers for global shipping that offer discounted rates.
Step 6: Manage your business
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to sell in Canada?
Costs for selling with Amazon vary by store and product. They can also depend on the tools, programs, and services you select.
Selling plan fees
If you use a North American and Brazil unified account to sell in Canada, the US, Mexico, and Brazil, your monthly fee will be USD 39.99 per month. If you use a Canada account to sell exclusively in Canada, you’ll pay CAD 29.99 per month.
Referral fees
Referral fees vary by product category. For every item sold, you’ll pay a percentage of the total price or a minimum amount, whichever is greater. View referral fees for Canada and the US.
Costs for optional services
In addition to selling fees, you might have added costs if you use certain optional tools and programs like Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) or Amazon Ads. Ultimately, you get to control the cost of selling in the Amazon store by selecting the programs, tools, and services that are right for your business.
Selling plan fees
If you use a North American and Brazil unified account to sell in Canada, the US, Mexico, and Brazil, your monthly fee will be USD 39.99 per month. If you use a Canada account to sell exclusively in Canada, you’ll pay CAD 29.99 per month.
Referral fees
Referral fees vary by product category. For every item sold, you’ll pay a percentage of the total price or a minimum amount, whichever is greater. View referral fees for Canada and the US.
Costs for optional services
In addition to selling fees, you might have added costs if you use certain optional tools and programs like Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) or Amazon Ads. Ultimately, you get to control the cost of selling in the Amazon store by selecting the programs, tools, and services that are right for your business.
Can I sell the same products in Canada and the US?
Product requirements vary by country. You should review taxes and regulations for each country you plan to sell in:
You should also review specific requirements for product compliance, safety, and listing in Canada and the US.
You can use our Compliance Reference and Manage Your Compliance tools to navigate product requirements.
You can use our Compliance Reference and Manage Your Compliance tools to navigate product requirements.
How do I manage international taxes?
Before you begin to sell in a new country, you should explore how taxes and regulations might affect your business:
If you’d like assistance with taxes, you can use our Service Provider Network to find an expert.
Do I need a Canada-based business or legal entity to sell with Amazon in Canada?
If you’re a business outside Canada, you may not be required to form a Canada-based company to sell your products in Canada. Depending on the specifics of your business and your sales strategy, however, it may be advantageous to do so.
Can I use Amazon’s fulfillment centers in Canada to fulfill my non-Amazon orders?
Yes. Just like in the US, Amazon’s Canada Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) service helps you grow your Canada-based business both in and beyond the Amazon store.
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