# GTIN / UPC / EAN Exemption

## Overview

Amazon requires you to list your product with a barcode (EAN, UPC, ISBN). If you do not have barcodes for your products, you can apply for a GTIN exemption so that you can list without this.

* It is useful if you have a large inventory or custom products.
* If you have only a few products it may be easier to purchase barcodes from a reseller (e.g. barcodestalk.com)

## Eligibility

To apply for a GTIN Exemption, you will need to complete a letter of authorisation which confirms the products do not have any barcodes: See template here:

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Sample Letter
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You'll need to get this letter on company headed paper.

You also need to know the category of your products and the exact brand name as used on the Amazon listing

## Instructions

Here are the steps to take

1. Go [here (UK)](https://sellercentral.amazon.co.uk/gtinx/browser) or [here (USA)](https://sellercentral.amazon.com/gtinx/browser) to apply
2. Select each category where you currently or may in future sell your products
3. Enter the exact brand name and "Check for Eligibility" > "Continue to submit proof"
4. Upload your supporting letter (following the sample above) and submit
5. This will open a case in your Case Log and normally takes 24 hours for approval
6. Once approved, you can upload your listings as usual without entering a UPC code