Exclusive guide for factory-type sellers｜Covering enterprise qualifications, bill of materials, cost policy, full hosting/half-hosting access thresholds, an understanding of Latin America's largest e-commerce platform entry requirements

Mercado Libre's Q1 2026 GMV has reached$19 billionCross-border business grew year-on-year68%, covering 18 Latin American countries such as Brazil and Mexico, with over 78 million active users. For factory-based sellers with supply chain advantages, the Latin American market is in a period of dividend explosion. This article comprehensively dismantles the conditions for the entry of Merkur in 2026 from the corporate qualifications of Chinese sellers, the preparation of materials, the cost policy, and the threshold of access to different modes.

19 billion 2026 Q1 GMV ($)

68% Year-on-year growth in cross-border business

78 million + active buyers

18 countries Covering Latin American countries

I. Enterprise qualifications: a mandatory threshold for admission

Meiktor has clear requirements for Chinese sellers' business qualifications, and the following are the latest standards for 2026:

⚠️ 2026 Policy ChangesLegal person identification addedFace Recognition + Identity Verification Dual Verification. For some sites (e.g. Brazil), a passport of the legal person (validity ≥ 6 months) is required. Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan legal persons are required to provide additional notarized business registration certificates.

What businesses are not allowed to move in?

• Individual business (sole proprietorship/partnership)
• New companies whose business licenses have been registered for less than six months
• Enterprises whose business scope is not related to cross-border e-commerce
• Enterprises with records of abnormal operation or administrative penalties
• Affiliates with a history of platform violations/closures

II. List of necessary materials for admission

The review cycle can be significantly shortened by preparing all of the following documents:

• business license: Color scanned copy of the original three certificates, which should be clear and complete
• Legal Person ID: Color high-resolution scans of the front and back, with information consistent with the business license
• International mailboxRecommended Gmail / Outlook / AliCloud mailboxes
• China cell phone number: A cell phone number that can be answered properly for reviewing callbacks
• Receiving accountPayoneer / WorldFirst / ConnectPay / PingPong, or a corporate US dollar account

📌 Mailboxes to avoid potholesprohibit the use of sth.Register with domestic mailboxes such as QQ mailbox, 163 mailbox, 126 mailbox, etc. These mailboxes may result in not receiving audit emails and the account cannot be activated. Be sure to use Gmail, Outlook and other international mailboxes.

Additional materials (optional by mode/category)

Third, the five modes of entry threshold comparison (factory-type sellers must see)

Mercado 2026 offers five business models, and factory-based sellers can choose the path that best suits their situation:

Recommended path for factory-based sellers

Path 1 (preferred): fully managed model

If you have your own production line and stable supply capacity, full hosting is the most hassle-free choice. You only need to be responsible for the supply, and Mercado is responsible for the whole process of operation, logistics, marketing and after-sales. 2026 full hosting policy is especially favorable-0 commission, 0 storage fee, 0 international shipping fee, 0 advertising feeThe order will be paid back in 7 business days after the order has been placed.

Path 2: Semi-moderated model

If you want to retain control over product pricing, Listing optimization, and marketing strategy, semi-trusting is more appropriate. You are responsible for front-end operations, and Mektor undertakes warehousing and international logistics. You can enjoy up to 50% commission reductions, and warehousing fees are waived when you enter the warehouse.

Path 3: Self-shipment first to test the water, and then turn to overseas warehouses

If you are not sure about the acceptance of the product in the Latin American market, you can first test the selection with the self-shipment mode, and then turn to overseas warehouse or semi-trusteeship after the data run through, to reduce the risk in the early stage.

💡 Factory Seller Supply Chain RequirementsUnder the fully managed/semi-managed model, factory-based sellers need to fulfill the following supply chain capabilities:

• Start with 5-10 pieces per SKU for the first order.
• Replenishment lead time of no more than 15 days
• High degree of product standardization and low after-sales rate
• Dedicated operations team or personnel recommended

IV. Cost policy: how much does it really cost to move in?

0 fee to move in 2026 Mercado move-in policyentry fee0 dollars- monthly0 dollars- deposit0 dollars- Zero cost to open a store, new sellers first month commission free, the 2nd-3rd month commission halved.

V. Special qualification requirements for each site

Mercado covers 18 Latin American countries, and compliance requirements vary greatly from site to site, so factory-based sellers need to focus on them:

📌 Hot Recruitment Categories (2026 Shenzhen Merchants Conference Clear)Consumer Electronics - Apparel & Sports - Home & Beauty - Motorcycle & Motorcycle Parts - Toys & Entertainment - Factory-based sellers have a natural supply chain advantage in these categories, and the high-potential price bands are concentrated in the$5-$35The

VI. Entry process and review cycle

1 Preparation of materials

Business license, corporate identity card, international mailbox, cell phone number, collection account

2 Submitting an application

Submit your application through the official website of Mercado Global Store or the exclusive green channel.

3 Legal person identification

Completion of Face Recognition + Identity Verification Dual Verification (added in 2026)

4 Material Review

7-10 working days for regular stores, 15-30 working days for fully/semi-managed stores

5Down store opening

Officials will take the initiative to contact you after approval to assist with store setup and first shipment.

VII. High-frequency pitfall reminders for factory-type sellers

⚠️ The following errors may result in outright rejection or permanent closure of the store

• Material Counterfeiting- Fake business license, water flow or authorization → permanent blackout
• Incompatibility of business scope- Selling products do not match the license category → rejected directly
• Use of domestic mailboxes- QQ/163 mailbox registration → Can't receive the audit mail, the account can't be activated
• Product non-compliance- Not certified in Latin America/Selling prohibited products → Take down and close the store.
• misrepresentation in the water supply- Misrepresentation of sales data by the hosting store → Rejection of audit after verification of back-office data
• Virtual Information Registration- Use of false legal entity/company information → permanent closure + forfeiture of deposit

VIII. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can a self-employed person move into Mercado?

A: No. 2026 Mektor requires the main body to be a company (limited liability company or joint-stock limited company), and does not support individual entrepreneurs. The registration time of the business license of the enterprise needs to be more than 6 months.

Q: Can factory-based sellers with no cross-border experience move in?

A: Yes. If you own a factory, it is recommended to chooseFull hosting model, the platform is responsible for operation, logistics, marketing and after-sales, with minimum requirements for cross-border experience. The flow threshold of the source factory can also apply for relaxation. It is also possible to test the waters with the self-shipment mode first, and then upgrade after accumulating operational experience.

Q: How much does it cost to join Mercado?

A:0 fee to move in.. No move-in fee, monthly fee or deposit. Base commission 16%-17.5% (by category), new seller first month free, 2nd-3rd month halved. Full hosting mode all link 0 commission.

Q: What should I do if my review is rejected?

A: After the audit is rejected, you can resubmit the material within 7 days. It is recommended to carefully check the reasons for rejection (usually unclear materials, inconsistent information or inconsistent scope of business), and re-submit after targeted modifications, with a secondary pass rate of about 56%.

Q: Can I open more than one store?

A: The same business can register up to 3 stores, which require different email addresses and Payer IDs, but share the same credit score. Note that multi-store management requires stronger operational effort.

Q: What do I use for my collection account?

A: Support Payoneer, WorldFirst, Lianlian Payment, PingPong and other third-party collection tools, or you can use a business-to-business USD account. The account name must be the same as the company name on the business license.