Which address should I use for my business when setting up TikTok Shop?

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TikTok Shop Seller Registration: Address Requirements

Business Sellers are required to provide:

  • Registered business address: This should match the address listed on your business registration documents.
  • Email address
  • U.S. phone number
  • Business registration document
  • Employer identification number (EIN)
  • Primary business representative’s passport or driver’s license
  • Primary business representative’s residential address in U.S.
  • Business representative’s Social security number (SSN) or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN).

Individual Sellers must provide:

  • Residential address: This is typically your home address
  • Email address
  • U.S. phone number
  • U.S. passport or driver’s license
  • Social security number (SSN) or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN)

TikTok Shop does not explicitly mention the use of virtual mailboxes in their official documentation. However, some sellers have reported issues when attempting to use virtual PO box addresses during registration. For instance, one seller noted:

“If I have a virtual PO box address put to my Shopify store, what address do I put when registering it on TikTok? It says that virtual addresses are unacceptable and that it needs to be a real physical address and upload it with bank statements, utility bills, etc.” (reddit.com)

This suggests that TikTok Shop may not accept virtual PO box addresses during registration. For bank account needs note that the individual sellers, the Account Name needs to be the same as the registered name. For business sellers, the Account Name needs to be the same as the company name.

Step-by-Step Guide for Using a Virtual Mailbox

  1. Verify Virtual Mailbox Acceptance: Before proceeding, ensure that TikTok Shop accepts virtual mailboxes by reviewing their official documentation or contacting their support.

  2. Select a Reputable Virtual Mailbox Provider: Choose a provider that offers a real U.S. street address and complies with USPS regulations.

  3. Complete USPS Form 1583: This form authorizes your virtual mailbox provider to receive mail on your behalf. It must be notarized.

  4. Update Business Registration Documents: File the necessary paperwork with your state’s Secretary of State to update your LLC’s registered agent address to your virtual mailbox address.

  5. Update IRS Records: File IRS Form 8822-B to update your business address with the IRS.

  6. Register for TikTok Shop: During registration, provide your virtual mailbox address as your registered business address. Ensure all other business information is accurate and up-to-date.

  7. Provide Proof of Address: When using a virtual mailbox for your TikTok Shop business address, you’ll usually need to provide proof of address, like a utility bill, bank statement, or credit card statement. Keep in mind that most virtual mailboxes don’t provide utility bills since those typically require a traditional lease with a physical address. If you’re looking for a solution, you might want to check out TruLease, which offers a physical address that is a leased address. It offers a lease agreement with add-on utility bill.

For a deeper dive you can go read How to Set Up A TikTok Shop in USA 2024.