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Amazon Identity Verification Procedure
To create an account on Amazon, review the required information below and then proceed to fill out the registration form. The review process takes about three business days (approximately) after you provide the information.
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Preparing the required information
The following shows what information is needed and some points to keep in mind. Preparing in advance will ensure a smooth process. The required information can broadly be divided into the following based on the
business category (Corporate / Sole proprietor).
The review process takes about three business days (approximately) after you provide the information.
business category (Corporate / Sole proprietor).
The review process takes about three business days (approximately) after you provide the information.
For Corporations
Company Information
Basic information
1) Corporate number (13 digits: 1-digit inspection number+12-digit basic number)
2) Registered corporate name (romaji/Japanese)
3) Postal code/head office location (address)
*For corporations based in Japan, use the address described on the corporate number publication website
4) Store name (required for sole proprietors as well)
2) Registered corporate name (romaji/Japanese)
3) Postal code/head office location (address)
*For corporations based in Japan, use the address described on the corporate number publication website
4) Store name (required for sole proprietors as well)
Financial information
5) Bank statement of the corporation or person in charge (for those based in Japan, a photo on the first page of the bankbook is also acceptable)
6) Credit card information of the corporation or person in charge
6) Credit card information of the corporation or person in charge
*Additional documents to submit
A government-issued certificate of registered matters (copy of the company register) issued within the past 180 days, or, for sellers based in Japan, a screenshot (including the URL) from the National Tax Agency’s Corporate Number (houjin-bangou) may be requested
Account contact information
Identification documents
7) Identification documents with a photo of your face (passport or driver's license)
Address verification documents
8) Any of the following documents with an address showing the person in charge's place of residence:
· credit card statement · bank statement
· utility bill
· conventional driver's license (only accepted if the latest address is listed on the front. My Number driver's licenses are not permitted)
・Certificate of Residence (without My Number/Individual Number listed)
· credit card statement · bank statement
· utility bill
· conventional driver's license (only accepted if the latest address is listed on the front. My Number driver's licenses are not permitted)
・Certificate of Residence (without My Number/Individual Number listed)
Proof of relationship with a corporation
9) Any one of the following documents issued within the past 180 days:
• Pay slip
• Official company letter confirming the position, such as a notice of employment conditions, etc.
• Credit card statement or bank account statement that confirms the relationship between the person in charge and the corporation
• Power of attorney signed or signed by a legal representative (such as a representative or executive, etc. with authority)
• Pay slip
• Official company letter confirming the position, such as a notice of employment conditions, etc.
• Credit card statement or bank account statement that confirms the relationship between the person in charge and the corporation
• Power of attorney signed or signed by a legal representative (such as a representative or executive, etc. with authority)
For Sole proprietors
Personal information
Identification documents
1) Identification documents with a photo of your face (passport or driver's license)
Address verification documents
2) Any of the following documents containing an address indicating the place of residence of the person in charge:
· bank statement
· utility bill (one that can read both the registered name and address)
· conventional driver's license (can only be accepted if the latest address is listed on the front side. My Number driver's licenses are not permitted)
・Certificate of Residence (without My Number/Individual Number listed))
· bank statement
· utility bill (one that can read both the registered name and address)
· conventional driver's license (can only be accepted if the latest address is listed on the front side. My Number driver's licenses are not permitted)
・Certificate of Residence (without My Number/Individual Number listed))
Financial information
3) Bank statement (for those based in Japan, a photo of the first page of the bankbook is also acceptable)
4) Credit card information
4) Credit card information
Other
We may ask you to submit various statements as needed.
Required documents for company information
Copy of the company register
Information contained in the copy of the register
Corporate number: 13-digit corporate number (1 digit inspection number+12-digit basic number).
If you are unsure of your corporate number, check the following National Tax Agency website of published corporate numbers (external site).
Company name: Please enter the corporate name and furigana as stated in the register
If you are unsure of your corporate number, check the following National Tax Agency website of published corporate numbers (external site).
Company name: Please enter the corporate name and furigana as stated in the register
Required documents for identity verification
Identification documents
One copy of a photo ID from within the valid date
Please prepare one of the following:
- Passport
- Driver's license
*An Individual number (My Number) card and Individual Number driver's license cannot be used for screening
Confirm the following before submitting
- The name on your ID matches the information you registered for Seller Central
- The ID contains a photo of your face
- The ID is valid
- Submit a scanned image of the original or a photo taken by a smartphone, etc.
- Screenshots (screen captures) are not accepted for reviews.
- Images or PDF data should be in color (black and white items are not accepted for reviews)
- Accepted file formats: *.png, *.tiff, *.tif, *.jpg, *.jpeg, *.pdf.
- No emojis or special symbols (e.g. $, &, #) can be used in the file name
When a passport is used
- Prepare a photo of the photo page taken with a smartphone, mobile phone, or digital camera, or a scan of the original.
- Be sure to include the signature on your passport.
When a driver's license is used
- Prepare images of both sides of the card taken with a smartphone, mobile phone, or digital camera, or scans of the card.
Statements
One copy of various statements issued within the last 180 days
Prepare one of the following
- Credit card statement
- Internet banking statement*
- Bankbook
*The name may differ depending on the financial institution.
* You can use a credit card other than the one used for registering your account.
* You can use a credit card other than the one used for registering your account.
Confirm the following before submitting
- Screenshots (screen capture) and photos taken of a screen are not valid.
- It should be possible to confirm your name, billing address, and bank information (or credit card company information)
- It should be possible to confirm the issued date or transaction history page
- Photos or scans of credit cards or cash cards are not valid
- Do not protect submissions with a password
- Accepted file formats: *.png, *.tiff, *.tif, *.jpg, *.jpeg, *.pdf.
- No emojis or special symbols (e.g. $, &, #) can be used in the file name
- Precautions may differ according to the documents you submit, so be sure to confirm the following.
When submitting a credit card statement
- If you have a credit card statement that you received by postal mail: Submit an image file taken with a smartphone, mobile phone, or digital camera, or scanned data.
- When submitting a web usage statement: Only usage statements that can be downloaded in PDF format. Keep in mind that statements in CSV format / Excel are not accepted for reviews. Screenshots (screen captures) of credit card statements displayed on a computer or smartphone screen and photos taken of a screen are not valid.
When submitting an Internet banking transaction statement (PDF)
- Download your transaction statement in PDF format for confirming your transaction history over the last 180 days and submit it.
- Transaction statements in CSV format / Excel are not accepted for reviews.
* The name of the document and whether it can be downloaded in PDF format differs according to the financial institution, so if it is difficult for you to prepare these, consider other options (such as a credit card statement, bankbook, etc).
When submitting a bankbook
- Submit an image file taken with a smartphone, mobile phone, or digital camera, or scanned images of the page where it is possible to confirm the last transaction within the last 180 days + a page showing your name (your name is usually shown on the cover or on the next page).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
For whom should identification be provided?
Submit identification documents for the business operator or representative, the operating officer, or the applicant registered on Seller Central.
What is the relationship between the country of residence and the documents I submit?
Your country of residence must be the same as the country that issued the submitted documents. For example, if you select “Japan” as your country of residence, you will need to submit a Japanese passport.
Are submission documents limited to Japan?
No, your passport must be from the same country as your country of residence. Documents other than your passport must be in one of the following languages: Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, or Spanish. For other languages, you need to submit a notarized translation in one of the above languages.
Are utility bill statements acceptable for review?
No, utility bill statements are not accepted for reviews.
Are Individual Number (My Number) cards and Individual Number driver's licenses subject to screening?
No, Individual Number (My Number) cards and Individual Number driver's licenses are not subject to screening
Can I resubmit a document if there is a mistake with the document?
Yes, it is possible. In that case, you need to resubmit all documents (copy of a photo ID + transaction statement (two total)) including appropriate documents.
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