Overview

Amazon’s Buy Shipping Services now let U.S. sellers generate and purchase shipping labels for orders headed to Mexico without leaving Seller Central. The feature, launched in early 2024, mirrors the domestic label‑buying workflow and gives sellers a single portal for both U.S. and Mexican deliveries. Sellers who expand into Mexico should care because the tool removes the need for separate carrier contracts, simplifies customs paperwork, and provides built‑in tracking that can improve buyer confidence.

Key Points

• Cross‑border label purchase — U.S. sellers can buy a Mexico‑bound shipping label directly from the Manage Orders page, avoiding third‑party carrier negotiations.
• Multiple access points — Labels are available through the web UI for occasional shipments and via the Merchant Fulfillment API for high‑volume sellers who automate label creation.
• Integrated tracking — Every label bought through Buy Shipping automatically generates a tracking number that appears in the seller’s order view and the buyer’s purchase details.
• Professional plan requirement — Only sellers enrolled in Amazon’s Professional selling plan on Amazon.com can access the Mexico shipping option; Individual plan accounts are excluded.
• In‑dashboard printing — The label can be printed from the same screen where the order is reviewed, keeping the workflow identical to domestic shipments.
• Customs documentation support — The service prompts sellers to enter required HS codes and value declarations, helping meet U.S.–Mexico import regulations.

How Buy Shipping Works for Mexico

1. Order receipt — When a Mexican order lands in the seller’s inbox, the seller opens the order on the Manage Orders page and clicks the “Buy Shipping” button, just as they would for a U.S. order. For example, a seller receiving a “Blue Ceramic Mug” destined for Mexico City will see the same “Buy Shipping” icon beside the order line.
2. Carrier selection — Amazon displays a list of vetted carriers (e.g., UPS, FedEx, DHL) with their rates and estimated delivery windows for cross‑border service. The seller selects the preferred option—say, UPS Ground with a 5‑day guarantee—and confirms the shipment details, including declared value and HS code.