Amazon has cancelled the rollout of its SP-API usage-based pricing model. The decision follows feedback from developers and solution providers on readiness and cost planning. This applies to all third-party developers globally, including those based in the UK and operating across Amazon.co.uk and European marketplaces.
Quick Summary
Amazon has officially cancelled its planned SP-API fee structure. The $1,400 (approximately £1,100) annual fee and monthly usage-based billing will not move forward.
- SP-API fees are fully cancelled — not delayed
- No annual or monthly usage fees will be charged
- Developers who submitted credit card details can remove them
- The fee preview dashboard in the Solution Provider Portal will be removed
- SP-API remains free to use for third-party developers worldwide, including in the UK
Amazon SP API Fees Delay Key Details
| Aspect | Update |
|---|---|
| Implementation | Cancelled |
| Pricing Model | None |
| Current Charges | Not active |
| Reason | Feedback and readiness concerns |
| Affected Users | Sellers, developers, SaaS tools |
What Changed: From Delay to Full Cancellation
As of March 2026, Amazon had only postponed the SP-API fee rollout. At the time, the $1,400 annual subscription and usage-based billing tiers were still on the table, but just pushed back due to developer feedback. Many sellers and solution providers were treating it as a reprieve.
That’s no longer the case.
Amazon has now officially announced that it will not move forward with the SP-API usage and annual fees at this time. This is a complete reversal, not a further delay.
What the Amazon Official Announcement Says
In their official statement, Amazon acknowledged the developer community’s importance and confirmed that, after careful consideration, they decided not to proceed with the SP-API usage and annual fees. They stated that supporting developers’ ability to innovate, build, and grow is a top priority.
Amazon also confirmed that in the coming weeks, they will update the Solution Provider Portal (SPP) to reflect this decision, including removing the fee preview dashboard. Developers who previously provided a credit card can delete it through the SPP.
What This Means for UK Third-Party Sellers and Developers
For UK-based Amazon sellers and the developers who build tools for them, the practical impact is straightforward. This cancellation applies equally to sellers operating on Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.de, and other European marketplaces, as SP-API access remains free across all supported regions.
No cost increase for SP-API access. The $1,400 annual fee (approximately £1,100) that was set to come into effect in 2026 will not apply. The monthly usage tiers — Basic, Pro, Plus, and Enterprise will not be implemented.
Existing integrations are unaffected. Any tools built on SP-API, including inventory management, order management, repricing, and analytics solutions, continue to function exactly as before with no pricing changes.
The fee preview dashboard is going away. If you were using the usage preview in the Solution Provider Portal to forecast costs, that will be removed. No action is needed.
Remove your credit card if you added one. Developers who submitted payment information in preparation for billing can now delete their credit card through the charge methods section of the Solution Provider Portal.
Context: What Was Previously Announced
For those who missed the earlier announcement, here’s a quick recap of what was originally planned and is now cancelled:
The original pricing structure included a $1,400 USD annual fee for all third-party developers, along with monthly GET API call-based billing across four tiers:
- Basic (free beyond the annual fee),
- Pro ($1,000/month for 25M calls),
- Plus ($5,000/month for 125M calls), and
- Enterprise (custom pricing)
An overage rate of $0.40 per 1,000 calls was also part of the plan.
None of this will take effect. The entire structure has been scrapped.
What eSellerHub’s Customers Should Know
As an e-commerce backend provider deeply integrated with SP-API, and with a presence serving UK and European sellers, we want to be direct: nothing about how our platform connects to Amazon changes as a result of this cancellation. Your SP-API-powered integrations — whether for order syncing, inventory updates, or reporting — continue to operate without any added cost layer.
We will continue monitoring Amazon’s developer communications for any future changes and update this post if anything shifts.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Has Amazon delayed SP API fees?
Yes, Amazon has postponed the rollout of SP API usage-based pricing, but the model is still expected to be implemented.
2. Is the £1050 SP API fee active right now?
No, the annual subscription fee is currently not enforced.
3. When will SP API fees be implemented?
Amazon has not confirmed a new timeline yet, but is expected to provide an update later in 2026.
4. What is the Solution Provider Portal?
It is a centralized platform by Amazon for managing API integrations, compliance, and performance monitoring.
5. Will SP API fees affect sellers?
Most sellers will be affected indirectly through third-party tools that rely on API usage.
6. Are private SP API applications charged?
No, private applications used only within your own business are currently exempt.
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