Temu is best known for low-cost goods shipped from overseas, but it now also lets US businesses list products, keep stock in the US and ship orders domestically. If you are wondering how to sell on Temu as a US seller, this guide covers who can join, what documents you need, what it costs, how Temu compares with Amazon and Walmart, and how to meet Temu's fast shipping rules.
On Temu, the shopper doesn't pay for standard shipping, so your shipping setup has a direct effect on your margin. Temu also expects a valid tracking number on every order you ship yourself, so plan your order tracking before your first sale.
Yes. Temu started letting US merchants sell with domestic fulfillment in 2024 through its local seller program, so US shoppers can receive orders in days instead of weeks. Since December 2025, US sellers have also been able to sell into Canada from the same setup.
Temu's US sign-up offers individual, sole proprietorship, partnership and corporation account types. Approval is more selective than on some marketplaces, and Temu reviews each listing before it goes live. Before you apply, decide how you will pick, pack and ship orders. Many sellers start by shipping themselves with USPS, UPS or FedEx, then add shipping automation as volume grows. If you already sell on Amazon or eBay, connecting those stores through marketplace integrations keeps their orders in one list while you build up Temu.
Temu is easiest to understand next to the marketplaces most US sellers already know.
| Criteria | Temu (local seller) | Amazon | Walmart Marketplace |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly fee | None reported for standard accounts | $39.99/month (Professional) or $0.99 per item (Individual) | None |
| Commission | No public fee card; varies by category and model | Mostly 8% to 15% referral fee | 3% to 20% referral fee, by category |
| Listing fees | None | None on Professional plan | None |
| Shipping cost to shopper | Free standard shipping required | Set by seller or program | Set by seller or program |
| Shopper profile | Price-driven, deal-focused | Broad, high trust | Broad, value-focused |
Amazon and Walmart figures come from their own pricing pages (Amazon seller pricing, Walmart Marketplace referral fees). Temu does not publish an official US fee schedule, so confirm your own rates in Seller Center.
Temu verifies every application against your official records, so the details you enter must match your IRS and bank documents exactly.
| Requirement | What Temu asks for |
|---|---|
| Tax ID | EIN for sole proprietorships, partnerships and corporations, matching your IRS confirmation letter (CP 575) |
| Business details | Legal business name and registered address |
| Representative ID | Valid, unexpired government ID (driver's license or passport), all four corners visible |
| Bank account | Active US bank account in the same name as your business documents |
| Contact | Phone, email and a customer service contact |
Your business name and address must match your EIN records character for character, and your bank account must be in the same name. Upload clear scans of your ID rather than cropped or blurry photos, as Temu asks for all four corners to be visible.
Temu says applications take around 10 minutes and approval can come within one business day.
Go to seller.temu.com, select your country and choose your account type.
Enter your EIN, legal business name and address, and upload the representative's government ID.
Add a US bank account in the same name as your business. Earnings are withdrawn to this account.
Decide whether you will ship orders yourself or send stock to a Temu fulfillment partner, and set your return address.
Add titles, prices and clear multi-angle images. Temu reviews each listing before it goes live.
There are no listing fees on Temu, and third-party guides report no monthly platform fee for standard accounts. Commission depends on your category and seller model, and estimates vary widely, so check the terms in your seller agreement before you set prices.
The cost most new sellers underestimate is shipping. Temu requires free standard shipping for shoppers, so postage comes out of your margin on every order. Price your products with delivery built in, and compare carrier rates on each shipment. ShippyPro compares your connected carrier rates when you create a label, and Optimizer shows what you actually spend by carrier and region.
You can fulfill Temu orders in two ways:
Self-fulfilling sellers are also measured on shipping speed and order accuracy, and falling behind can push your products down Temu's search results. A daily cut-off time and printing every label in one batch help you stay inside the 48-hour window. A clear returns process protects your reviews too.
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Launch with 10 to 20 products that are light, low-return and cheap to ship, since free shipping comes out of your margin. Track your real cost per order (fees, packaging, postage, returns) for the first month before adding more stock, and treat Temu as an extra sales channel rather than your only one.
Temu's US sign-up lists an individual account type alongside sole proprietorship, partnership and corporation. Business account types need an EIN, and Temu reviews every application, so approval isn't guaranteed.
There are no listing fees, and third-party guides report no monthly fee for standard accounts. Commission varies by category and seller model, and you pay for shipping because standard shipping must be free for the shopper.
Temu says applications take around 10 minutes and approval can come within one business day. Details that don't match your IRS or bank records are a common cause of delays.
Self-fulfilled orders usually need to ship within 48 hours with an approved carrier and a valid tracking number. Slow shipping lowers your search ranking.
It can be for sellers with competitive prices and low shipping costs, since Temu attracts deal-focused shoppers. Margins are tight because you cover shipping, so it works best alongside your other channels.
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