Lithuania in the list. New rule of ebay

[kt315]

hello,

shocked... a country of NATO and EU is in a list of 'high risk category'. what's going on! now i can not sell simple things!


High-Risk Category Policy: Category Block in Certain HiPO Countries
Sell worldwide with eBayHigh-Risk Category Policy: Category Block in Certain HiPO Countries
To maintain a safe trading environment and provide better shopping experience, eBay restricts the sellers’ ability to list items in certain high-risk categories.
What you need to know
Starting from December 10, 2024, sellers registered in the below countries will be restricted from listing in certain high-risk categories. The details are as follows:
Sellers who had selling history and performed well in high-risk categories can be automatically granted with whitelist to continue business in high-risk categories.
From the effective date of the policy, sellers who did not have selling history in high-risk categories before will not be allowed to list in high-risk categories except for accounts deemed as qualified by eBay. Qualified accounts will be automatically allowed to list in high-risk categories.
Impacted country
Sellers having their registered address in Argentina, Armenia, Belarus, Brazil, Chile, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Georgia, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Morocco, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, Romania, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Turkey, Lithuania.
Impacted category
Please download here.

[kt315]

https://export.ebay.com/documents/16...egory-list.pdf

[Qiaozhi]

I asked Grok, and here was the reply:

eBay has introduced high-risk policies for certain countries to enhance safety and trust within its marketplace, addressing specific challenges related to fraud, non-delivery, and regulatory compliance. These policies, such as restrictions on listing items in high-risk categories, often apply to sellers in countries identified as having higher incidences of issues like unreliable shipping, counterfeit goods, or difficulties in enforcing buyer and seller protections. The goal is to protect buyers from potential risks, such as not receiving items or receiving fraudulent products, while maintaining a fair and secure trading environment.
For instance, starting December 10, 2024, eBay implemented a policy restricting sellers in certain countries—such as Argentina, Brazil, Pakistan, and Turkey, among others—from listing in high-risk categories unless they meet specific performance criteria or are pre-approved. This decision likely stems from data showing elevated risks in these regions, possibly due to logistical challenges, weaker local regulations, or higher fraud rates. By limiting access to categories prone to abuse (e.g., electronics or luxury goods), eBay aims to reduce disputes and improve the overall customer experience.
Additionally, these policies align with eBay’s broader efforts to comply with international trade laws and mitigate risks tied to cross-border transactions, such as customs issues or intellectual property violations. Countries with less robust infrastructure or legal frameworks may pose greater challenges for ensuring smooth transactions, prompting eBay to impose stricter controls. Sellers with a strong track record can often bypass these restrictions, suggesting the focus is on filtering out unreliable actors rather than blanket geographic bans. This approach balances risk management with the need to support legitimate sellers globally.

[kt315]

thank you George and Grok.
some charlatans have cast a shadow on all of Lithuania and now everyone must suffer. i must say that there are bad people in every country, Lithuania is certainly no exception.
lithuanians on the recovery American M88 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwpOKnOFj6U

[Carl-NC]

Funny that those devious Swedes made the list.

[kt315]

Dear Seller,

Please provide a valid eBay User ID for selling for us to proceed to check.

Thank you.


eBay Hisappeals Support Team
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received answer. what does it mean 'ebay user ID'? not bank card ID?