🇨🇦 CAAccount PolicyHigh ImpactJanuary 3, 2026
Amazon Canada Enforces KYC Self-Attestation for All Sellers
Amazon.ca requires all Canadian sellers to submit a Self-Attestation document verifying beneficial ownership and corporate control structures, aligned with FINTRAC KYC regulations. Sellers who fail to comply risk having disbursements withheld.
Key Points
- Must identify anyone owning 25%+ of shares, voting rights, or ownership interests
- If no 25%+ owner exists, must identify senior officials (CEO, CFO, Director)
- Documents must be dated within 180 days of submission
- Non-compliant sellers risk having disbursements withheld
- Required by Canadian federal KYC/anti-money-laundering regulations
Official Source
Amazon Seller Central (Canada) →This summary is written in our own words based on the official source linked above. Policies may be updated after publication. Always check the official Amazon source for the latest details.