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How to create an FBA shipment step-by-step

Maria

Client Success Manager at Amersify

Introduction

Creating an FBA shipment properly is essential — even small errors can delay stock, increase costs, or result in lost inventory.

Amazon’s FBA (Fulfilled by Amazon) system allows sellers to send stock to Amazon’s fulfilment centres, letting Amazon handle storage, delivery, customer service, and returns.

This guide provides a step-by-step overview of the FBA shipment process, covering preparation, labelling, shipment creation, and receipt confirmation, all fully updated for November 2025.

1. Before You Start

Ensure you have:

An active FBA Seller Central account.
Products converted to “Fulfilled by Amazon” (FBA) in your inventory settings.
Accurate product dimensions and weights recorded.
Sufficient stock prepared for despatch.

Amersify Tip:

Double-check every SKU and its corresponding data—inaccuracies cause shipment delays and errors.

2. Step-by-Step: How to Create an FBA Shipment

Step 1: Log into Seller Central

Navigate to Inventory > Manage FBA Shipments > Send to Amazon.

The “Send to Amazon” workflow replaced the “Send/Replenish Inventory” process, offering a guided, automated experience.

Step 2: Select Products to Send

Tick the appropriate SKUs, select Send/Replenish Inventory, and enter quantity for each ASIN.

Amazon will automatically determine fulfilment centre destination(s); this may split your shipment between multiple locations (known as distributed shipments).

Step 3: Prepare Your Products

Meet Amazon’s packaging and prep standards:

Product Type	Prep Required	Example
Glass/Fragile	Bubble wrap + “Fragile” label	Glassware, candles
Liquids	Leak-proof sealed bag	Cosmetics, food items
Apparel	Polybag with suffocation warning	Clothing
Sharp Items	Protective sheath or box	Knives, tools

Always review the official FBA Prep Requirements guide in Seller Central—violations can mean refused stock.

Step 4: Label Each Unit

Every unit needs a scannable FNSKU label.

Options:

Print labels yourself (thermal/laser printer)
Use Amazon’s FBA Label Service (£0.15–£0.25 per unit as of November 2025)

Label rules:

Place labels on a flat, scannable surface.
Do not cover barcodes or branding.
Avoid seams/edges.

Latest Update:

Box labels now require QR code compatibility and standardised placement according to November 2025 guidelines.

Step 5: Confirm Box Content Information

Provide precise box content details—SKU quantity, box dimensions/weight, and carrier info.

For multi-box shipments, use Amazon’s Shipment Creation Workflow for auto-filling, which utilises AI for error checking.

Step 6: Choose Carrier and Delivery Method

Amazon offers:

Partnered Carrier (UPS/DHL, discounted rates, tracking)
Non-Partnered Carrier (own choice)

Select shipment type:

Small Parcel Delivery (SPD): Individual boxes
Less than Truckload (LTL): Pallet shipments
Full Truckload (FTL): Bulk shipments

Partnered Carrier remains the fastest and cheapest for most UK/EU sellers; eligibility for discounts varies by consignment volume as of November 2025.

Step 7: Print Box and Pallet Labels

Print box and pallet labels (PDF; four per pallet).

Attach securely on a flat, visible surface, with the shipment ID clearly displayed.

New requirements mandate inclusion of a readable QR code on all box labels.

Step 8: Ship and Track

Arrange a collection or drop-off.

Track shipment under Manage FBA Shipments > Shipping Queue.

Amazon’s latest shipment statuses:

Working: Shipment created
Shipped: Sent to fulfilment centre
Delivered: Arrived
Checked-In: Item received
Receiving: Under inspection
Closed: Shipment completed

Amersify Tip:

Retain proof of shipment (tracking, collection confirmation statement)—claims can now be raised up to 45 days after shipping for lost or missing products.