Two Expansion Paths

Stay on the same marketplace (e.g., Amazon → Amazon) or add a new one (e.g., Amazon → TikTok Shop/Walmart).
The rules and the work are different. We choose the right path with you, then execute.
Expand to the US - Verified Expansion

Amazon EU/AU → Amazon U.S.

What changes: mostly tax & filings, not platform verification.


  • Decide foreign (W-8) vs U.S. entity (W-9) based on USTB/ECI and treaty PE.
  • Map filings: EIN, 1120-F (protective) + 8833 if foreign path;
    or 1120/1065 (and 5472 + pro-forma 1120 for a foreign-owned DE LLC) if U.S. entity.
  • Sales tax plan: inventory in U.S. FBA or economic thresholds can still require
    state registrations/zero returns even with marketplace collection.
  • Optional transfer pricing if both foreign and U.S. entities touch ads, logistics, or contracts
    (distributor/commissionaire/services/license).

Educational plan; not a tax opinion. Includes structure, filings, and state map.

Amazon (or other) → TikTok Shop / Walmart U.S.

What changes: treat as a new seller with strict verification.

  • Form/align a U.S. entity (W-9 required).
  • Pre-vet PBR/UBO (U.S. person with SSN and U.S. ID); lock roles before submission.
  • Use a non-CMRA address with proof; match EIN/CP-575 and W-9 to the application.
  • Submission pre-check so you don’t burn the account with avoidable rejects.
  • Tax plan: file 1120/1065 (or 5472 + pro-forma 1120 if applicable) and set your
    state registrations for any DTC channels (Shopify).

Our 3-Step Expansion Flow

Decide: Foreign vs U.S. entity based on USTB/ECI and treaty PE
Plan: Written expansion map, filings calendar, state compliance (Diagnostic)
Execute: Entity/EIN/address, PBR, banking, and platform submissions sequenced correctly

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