Overview

Amazon has reinstated its European Fulfillment Network (EFN) for seamless cross‑border order fulfillment between the United Kingdom and the European Union. The restoration, effective April 2026, ends the Brexit‑induced suspension that left many international listings inactive. Sellers who rely on a single home‑country inventory can now ship to both markets again, unlocking broader reach without duplicating stock.

Key Points

• Full UK‑EU EFN reinstated — Orders from EU marketplaces can be fulfilled from a UK warehouse, and UK orders can be shipped from any EU fulfillment center.
• Automatic relisting — Listings that were deactivated during the EFN pause are being re‑enabled without seller intervention.
• Eligibility report added — A new “EFN Eligibility” report in Seller Central flags products that meet cross‑border criteria, such as size, weight, and compliance restrictions.
• Cross‑border fee structure — Additional fees covering customs clearance, longer transit, and regulatory compliance are applied per unit; for a 1 kg standard‑size item, the fee averages £0.45.
• Build International Listings (BIL) alignment — Sellers must verify BIL pricing and offer settings to incorporate the new EFN fees and avoid price‑mismatch errors.

How EFN Works

1. Activate EFN in account settings — Navigate to Settings → Fulfillment by Amazon → European Fulfillment Network and toggle the feature on.

   • Example: A UK‑based seller of silicone kitchen tools turns on EFN, allowing the same inventory to serve French and German shoppers.

2. System scans inventory for eligibility — Amazon runs the EFN Eligibility report, filtering out items that exceed size limits (e.g., over 50 cm in any dimension) or are restricted by EU regulations (e.g., certain chemicals).

   • Example: A 2 kg power drill passes the report, while a 55 cm ladder is excluded and must remain in a local warehouse.