How to Convert Amazon FBM Account to FBA



If you're an Amazon seller, you may be familiar with the two different fulfillment options available on the platform: Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) and Fulfillment by Merchant (FBM). While FBM allows sellers to fulfill orders themselves, FBA allows Amazon to handle the storage, shipping, and customer service for your products. This can provide numerous benefits for sellers, such as increased visibility, faster shipping times, and higher customer satisfaction.

If you're currently using FBM and would like to switch to FBA, you'll need to take a few steps to make the transition. In this blog post, we'll guide you through the process of converting your Amazon FBM account to FBA.


Step 1: Assess Your Products

The first step in converting to FBA is to assess which of your products are eligible for the service. Not all products are suitable for FBA, and Amazon has certain guidelines and restrictions that must be followed.

For example, products must be in new condition and not prohibited by Amazon's guidelines. Certain categories, such as Hazmat products, may have additional restrictions or requirements. You can review Amazon's FBA product requirements and restrictions to ensure that your products meet the necessary criteria.

It's also important to consider the cost of FBA for your products. FBA fees can vary based on product size and weight, storage fees, and other factors. You can use Amazon's FBA revenue calculator to estimate the fees and potential revenue for your products.


Step 2: Create an FBA Account

If you don't already have an FBA account, you'll need to create one before you can begin the conversion process. To create an FBA account, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Amazon Seller Central homepage.
  2. Click on the Inventory tab and select Manage FBA Inventory.
  3. Click on the Get Started button.
  4. Follow the prompts to create your FBA account.

You'll need to provide information such as your business name, address, and bank account information. Once your account is set up, you'll be able to access the FBA dashboard and manage your inventory and shipments.

Step 3: Set Up Your Inventory

The next step is to set up your inventory in your FBA account. You can do this by creating a new shipment or adding products to an existing shipment. To create a new shipment, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Inventory tab in your FBA dashboard.
  2. Select Send/Replenish Inventory.
  3. Choose the products that you want to send to Amazon's fulfillment centers.
  4. Follow the prompts to create your shipment.

During this process, you'll need to provide information such as the quantity and condition of your products, and the destination fulfillment center. You'll also need to print and attach FBA labels to your products and packaging, which Amazon uses to track and identify your inventory.

Step 4: Ship Your Inventory to Amazon

Once you've set up your inventory and created your shipment, you'll need to ship your products to Amazon's fulfillment centers. Amazon provides several options for shipping, including using their partnered carriers or using your own carrier.

If you choose to use Amazon's partnered carriers, you can access discounted rates through the Amazon Partnered Carrier program. Alternatively, you can use your own carrier and provide Amazon with the tracking information.


It's important to ensure that your shipment meets Amazon's packaging and labeling requirements to avoid any delays or fees. You can review Amazon's FBA packaging and prep requirements to ensure that your shipment is properly prepared.

Step 5: Monitor Your Inventory and Sales

Once your inventory is received by Amazon and checked into their system, you can monitor your inventory and sales through your FBA dashboard. You'll be able to see metrics such as