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Latest updates and announcements for Amazon sellers and vendors. Updated daily from verified sources.
Amazon has paused its planned switch to automatic deduction of advertising costs from seller account balances, pushing the change to August 1, 2026. The decision followed significant seller backlash — many cited the concurrent FBA fuel surcharge and fee increases as making the timing especially burdensome, with some organizing a one-day ad boycott on April 15. Sellers now have additional time to set up their payment method via account balance or Pay by Invoice.
Starting April 15, 2026, Amazon automatically deducts advertising costs from retail proceeds for a subset of advertisers instead of charging credit cards. Affected sellers are those still paying via credit card — the majority are already on this model. 'Pay by Invoice' with Net 30 payment terms is available as an alternative; credit cards remain a backup option.
Amazon announced the acquisition of Globalstar to expand its Project Kuiper satellite network. Relevant for sellers: Kuiper aims to improve logistics and delivery to remote areas long-term.
Amazon published an updated guide on how sellers can maximize their chances of winning the Featured Offer (formerly Buy Box). Key factors remain price, availability, and seller performance.
Amazon is adding a 3.5% surcharge on FBA fulfillment fees in the US and Canada starting April 17, 2026. On average, this adds $0.17 per unit. Reason: elevated fuel and logistics costs. Starting May 2, the surcharge also applies to Multi-Channel Fulfillment and Buy with Prime.
From May 1, 2026, Amazon charges FBA remission and disposal fees per unit at the time of remission instead of as a lump sum after completion. Sellers should adapt their accounting systems as more individual transactions will occur.
From June 1, 2026, Amazon calculates VAT at shipment level instead of per unit to comply with EU e-invoicing requirements. Invoice amounts may differ slightly for multi-unit purchases. Sellers with custom accounting systems should review the transition.
Since March 26, 2026, qualifying sellers in the EU receive credits up to EUR 47,250 within one week instead of the previous month-long timeline. EU stores (DE, FR, IT, ES) are now treated separately from the UK store, allowing independent bonus qualification.
Amazon testified before the New York City Council on the proposed Delivery Protection Act. The legislation could introduce new regulations for delivery services and last-mile logistics that would also affect FBA deliveries in NYC.
Heat-sensitive FBA products (chocolate, candles, etc.) must be removed from Amazon warehouses by April 20, 2026. Starting May 1, Amazon will dispose of remaining units at a fee. Sellers with seasonal meltable products should create removal orders immediately.
