How to Ship to Amazon FBA from Turkey: Step-by-Step
Shipping to Amazon FBA from Turkey requires an Amazon Seller account, VAT registration in the EU, proper FNSKU labeling, customs documentation (A.TR for duty-free), and a logistics partner for warehouse delivery.
Shipping to Amazon FBA from Turkey
Turkey's manufacturing base offers competitive products for European Amazon marketplaces. Shipping inventory from Turkey to Amazon FBA warehouses requires careful planning across account setup, compliance, labeling, logistics, and customs.
Kolay Parsiyel provides end-to-end FBA shipping from Turkey to Amazon warehouses in Germany, France, and the UK.
Step-by-Step Process
1. Amazon Seller Account
Register for Amazon Professional Seller (39 EUR/month). Choose your primary marketplace (Amazon.de recommended for EU). Complete identity verification.
2. VAT Registration
EU countries require a VAT number for FBA sellers. Options: fiscal representative (no company needed) or establish a local entity. Registration takes 2-8 weeks.
3. Product Listing
Create ASINs, write optimized listings, upload product photos. Generate FNSKU barcodes in Seller Central.
4. FNSKU Labeling
Apply FNSKU barcodes to every product. Cover existing barcodes. Follow Amazon's packaging requirements (polybag for textiles, bubble wrap for fragile).
5. Create Shipment Plan
In Seller Central, create an FBA shipment plan. Amazon designates which warehouse to ship to. Print FBA box labels.
6. Ship via Kolay Parsiyel
Send inventory to Amazon's warehouse using Kolay Parsiyel's LTL or FTL service. Rates: approximately 140-180 EUR per m³ to Amazon Germany.
7. Customs Clearance
- A.TR certificate for duty-free industrial goods
- Import customs declaration at destination
- EORI number (mandatory for EU customs)
- VAT paid or deferred through fiscal representative
8. Amazon Receives Inventory
Scheduled delivery appointment at Amazon warehouse. Amazon checks, sorts, and stores your products. Items become available for sale once processed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long from Turkey to Amazon FBA?
LTL: 7-12 business days. FTL: 5-8 days. Amazon receiving: additional 1-3 days. Total: 10-15 days.
Minimum quantity for FBA?
No Amazon minimum. For cost-effective shipping via Kolay Parsiyel, at least 1-2 m³ recommended.
What is EORI?
Economic Operators Registration and Identification number. Required for all EU customs operations. Apply through any EU customs authority (1-5 business days).
What about returns?
Amazon FBA handles returns automatically. Resalable items go back to stock; damaged items are reported to seller.
References
- Amazon Seller Central FBA Guide
- EU EORI System
- Kolay Parsiyel FBA Service
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