TikTok has rapidly evolved into one of the most popular social media platforms worldwide, offering much more than just entertainment. It has become a powerful tool for businesses to reach and engage with vast audiences, making it ideal for marketing and sales. If you’re a business owner in Pakistan looking to expand your reach and sell products or services, creating a TikTok Shop Seller account is an excellent way to tap into this dynamic market. In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through the process of setting up your TikTok Shop Seller account in Pakistan so you can start showcasing your offerings to a larger, highly engaged audience.

First You Should Know About the Availability of TikTok Shop

Before you start, it is important to know that TikTok Shop is currently available only in a few countries. Those countries include Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States, and Vietnam. Unfortunately, TikTok Shop is not yet available in Pakistan. You should must have an international sim/phone number to perform these tasks. UK account is most famous nowadays. You can create shop through UK account too while staying in Pakistan.

Prepare the Required Documents

Before you can set up your TikTok Shop, make sure you have the following documents:

Business Documents	If you’re setting up a shop for a business, you will need official documents like your business registration, business license, and other legal business identification papers. If you’re an individual seller, personal identification like a national ID or passport will be required.
Banking Information	You will need to provide your business bank account details to receive payments from customers.
Phone Number & Email Address	Make sure you have a valid phone number and email address for verification purposes. You can verify from any of the two options you want.

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Step 1: Sign Up for TikTok Seller Center

Go to the TikTok Seller Center website

Step 2: Verify Your Business Information

Once you have completed the initial registration, you’ll need to verify your business or personal information.

Upload Your Identification Documents	For individual sellers: You will need to upload an image of your national ID, passport, or driver’s license. For businesses: Upload documents such as your business registration and a government-issued identification of the legal representative or business director.
Submit Your Documents	After uploading the required documents, click the Submit button. Your application will be reviewed, and you’ll receive a confirmation email once your documents are verified.

Step 3: Set Up Your Shop’s Information

Once your documents are verified, it is time to set up the details of your TikTok Shop.

• Enter Your Shop Name: Choose a name for your shop that represents your business or personal brand.
• Add Your Pickup Address: Provide your shop’s physical address where products are stored and shipped from.
• Enter Your Contact Information: Include the name of a preferred contact person, phone number, and email address.
• Provide a Return Address: You will also need to provide a return address for handling returns or exchanges.

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Step 4: Link Your Bank Account

To receive payments from customers, link your business bank account to your TikTok Shop.

•   In the TikTok Seller Center, go to Link Bank Account.
• Provide the bank account details, including the account name, bank name, account number, and your contact details.
• Once all the required fields are filled in, click Submit.
• Agree to TikTok’s Terms and Conditions

Step 5: Wait for Approval

After completing all the steps and submitting your documents, your TikTok Seller account will be reviewed by TikTok. This process may take a few days. If everything is accurate, you will receive an approval notification, and you’ll be able to start selling on TikTok. If your application is rejected, TikTok will send you an email with instructions on how to resubmit your documents. SO, don’t worry follow those in case of rejection and apply again.

Step 6: Start Adding Products to Your Shop

Once your shop is set up and approved, you can start adding products to sell. This includes uploading product images, adding descriptions, setting prices, and setting up shipping options.

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