Mercado Libre’s Latest Policies for 2026: Lower Entry Barriers, Increased Incentives
Published: May 28, 2026

The good news is that the Meike Duo platform is also continuously optimizing its seller ecosystem. In 2026, the platform will “Lowering Barriers, Supporting New Businesses, and Expanding Business Models” We will make comprehensive efforts in these three key areas.

I. Entry Requirements Have Been Significantly Relaxed

  • Standard Cross-Border Store: The mandatory sales volume requirement has been removed; new sellers can apply directly—all they need isEnterprise qualificationThat's it.
  • One set of materials, valid in four countries: Can be activated simultaneouslyMexico, Brazil, Chile, ColombiaFour core sites—no need to submit the same content multiple times.

II. Support Exclusively for New Sellers

  • 0 setup fee, 0 monthly rent, 0 security deposit
  • No commission for the first month, Commissions are halved in the 2nd and 3rd months
  • New stores are eligible forSearch-Weighted Impressions
  • Additional benefits during major sales events (such as "Wangyi" and "Hot Sale")Traffic Skew

III. Three Major Operating Models Running in Parallel—There’s Sure to Be One That’s Right for You

1. Standard Self-Operated Store

  • Independently manage operations, logistics, and after-sales service
  • Supports direct shipping (domestic) and fulfillment from overseas warehouses
  • Ideal for sellers with a light-asset, trial-and-error approach

2. Semi-Managed Model (Key Focus Area for 2026)

  • Ship to ChinaDongguan Transshipment Warehouse
  • The platform handles customs clearance, last-mile delivery, and returns and exchanges
  • Product Benefits “Full-label” traffic weighting
  • Balancing Independent Operations and Hassle-Free Logistics

3. Fully Managed Model

  • Sellers simply need toSupply
  • The platform is responsible for pricing, operations, logistics, and after-sales service.
  • After the order has been successfully delivered Payment within 7 business days
  • Suitable for sellers with their own manufacturing facilities and strong supply chains

IV. Tax and Pricing Optimization

  • RFC Tax ID Compliance for the Mexico Station: After a company is registered, its overall tax burden is reduced to12%
  • Net Revenue Pricing ModelLaunch: The system automatically calculates the selling price to avoid the risk of losses from shipping costs and commissions.

Mandatory Requirements for Registration: Must be a business entity with valid credentials

Mercado, French supermarket chainOnly businesses are accepted as members., Individuals and sole proprietors are not currently supported.

1. Basic Qualifications (Required)

  • Business license: Mainland China/Hong Kong, China; registered capital of ≥30,000 yuan; business scope includes sales-related categories; registered for at least 6 months with no record of irregularities
  • Corporate Information: Color scan of ID card + facial recognition verification; passport must be valid for at least 6 more months (required at some locations)
  • Basic Infrastructure: International email address (Gmail/Outlook; QQ/163 are not accepted), mobile phone number, corporate bank account (account holder name must match the business license)

2. Special Site Requirements

  • Mexico: You must obtain an RFC tax ID (third-party agency fees range from $150 to $300); otherwise, the total tax burden can be as high as 36%.
  • Brazilian: You must obtain a CNPJ tax ID. Category reviews are strict, and the listing of special categories such as maternity and baby products and food is prohibited.
  • Chile/Colombia: There is no mandatory tax ID requirement, but products must comply with local safety standards, and the list of prohibited items must be checked in advance.

3. Additional Requirements for Store Formats

  • Overseas Warehouse Store: Average monthly sales of at least $5,000 over the past 6 months, with the ability to maintain a stable inventory
  • Semi-Managed/Fully Managed: Semi-managed accounts require proof of an operations team; fully managed accounts require an initial order of at least 5–10 units per SKU and rapid restocking within 15 days.

put at the end

Meikeduo's boom period isn't over yet; it's just that...The direction of the dividend has changedThe

  • If you're a beginner, the low-threshold policy in 2026 is the best time to get started;
  • If you have some experience, semi-managed services and localization are areas you need to focus on;
  • If you’re a manufacturer or supply chain-based seller, the fully managed model allows you to get started with minimal effort.

Remember: In the future, success won’t depend on who’s better at advertising, but on who’s more attuned to the local market.

If you fall behind once, you’ll fall behind at every step.
It’s not too late to start exploring localization now.


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