Shopify Payments Registration

Shopify Payments is the built-in payment gateway for Shopify stores, but accounts usually require rigorous business-information verification, especially for international sellers.

If the legal documentation is incomplete, the account can have funds put on hold or face repeated verification requests, directly affecting business cash flow.

Why use this service at AWE Global?

Built-in, no third-party fees

No transaction fees through another intermediary payment gateway.

Lower risk of holds

Proper legal documentation reduces the risk of held funds or account locks.

Support when needed

Guidance when your account faces an unusual verification request.

Process

01Advise on requirements and documents needed for Shopify Payments

02Prepare business documentation (LLC/EIN/linked bank account)

03Register and verify the account

04Hand over the account with usage guidance

Documents / information needed

Certificate of business formation (LLC/Corporation)
EIN tax ID
Linked business bank account information
ID of the authorized representative

Common mistakes to avoid

Registering when legal documentation (LLC, EIN) isn’t complete, which easily leads to held funds or repeated verification requests.
Linked bank information that doesn’t match the registered legal business name.

Frequently asked questions

Why does Shopify Payments often hold funds?

Usually due to incomplete legal/identity verification documentation or signs of unusual transaction activity.

Can I use Shopify Payments without a US LLC?

For international sellers, having a valid legal entity significantly increases the approval rate and reduces the risk of held funds.