Amazon Rolls Out Monthly FBA Capacity Limits Across UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkiye, and Singapore
Effective April 1 2026 Amazon will replace quarterly FBA caps with monthly capacity limits in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkey and Singapore. Limits are expressed in cubic feet, tied to the seller's IPI score (e.g., IPI 600 → 2,500 cu ft) and are published in the fourth week with two‑month estimates.
Overview
Amazon is expanding its monthly Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA) capacity limits to five additional marketplaces—United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkey, and Singapore—effective April 1 2026. The shift replaces the existing quarterly storage caps with a month‑by‑month framework that mirrors the system already used in the United States, Europe, United Kingdom, Japan, and Australia. Sellers operating in these fast‑growing regions must adapt their inventory planning because limits will now be refreshed every month and will be driven by a mix of performance metrics and forecast data.
Key Points
- Quarterly → Monthly limits — Storage allowances will be updated each month rather than every three months, allowing Amazon to react faster to changes in a seller’s sales velocity.
- Volume‑based allocation — Limits are measured in cubic feet (or cubic meters) instead of unit counts, so a 0.5 cu ft lightweight item consumes far less capacity than a 3 cu ft bulky product.
- IPI score as a lever — A seller’s Inventory Performance Index directly influences the amount of space granted; a score of 600 may unlock 2,500 cu ft, while a score below 400 could restrict the same seller to 1,200 cu ft.
- Three‑month visibility — Amazon publishes the confirmed limit for the upcoming month and provides estimated limits for the next two months during the fourth week of the current month.
- Multi‑factor calculation — Historical sales, seasonal trends, upcoming promotions, new SKU introductions, and shipment lead times are all factored into the monthly capacity determination.
How Monthly Limits Work
- Base calculation using IPI — Amazon starts with the seller’s current IPI score. For example, a seller with an IPI of 620 in the UAE receives a baseline allocation of 2,800 cu ft for May.
- Adjustment for sales history — The system adds or subtracts volume based on the seller’s past three months of sales. If the same seller sold 1,500 cu ft in April, Amazon may increase the May limit by 10 % to reward strong turnover.
- — During Ramadan, Amazon anticipates higher demand for certain categories. A seller with a planned Ramadan promotion may see an extra 300 cu ft added to the June limit to accommodate the expected spike.
Analysis & Recommendations
Why This Matters
Monthly limits let sellers react to sales spikes within weeks instead of waiting for a quarterly reset, reducing stock‑outs and excess inventory. An IPI boost from 380 to 450 in Singapore can add ~400 cu ft for June, while inbound shipments count against the limit, forcing tighter shipment scheduling.
Key Takeaways
- Monthly FBA limits launch on April 1 2026 for UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkey and Singapore.
- Limits are measured in cubic feet; an IPI score of 600 may unlock 2,500 cu ft, while IPI < 400 caps at about 1,200 cu ft.
- Amazon publishes the confirmed limit for the next month in the fourth week and provides estimated limits for the following two months.
- Inbound shipments in transit are deducted from the monthly allocation (e.g., 200 cu ft inbound reduces available space).
Recommended Actions
- →Log into Seller Central > Performance > Inventory Performance Index and improve your IPI score to increase monthly capacity.
- →Visit Seller Central > Inventory > Manage Inventory > Capacity Limits tab each fourth week to view confirmed and estimated limits.
- →Schedule inbound shipments in Seller Central > Shipping > Create a Shipment so arrivals occur after the monthly limit is published, avoiding premat...
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