Will Barcodes from Speedy Barcodes Work Outside the United States and Canada?
Will Barcodes from Speedy Barcodes Work Outside the United States and Canada?
Yes. Barcodes from Speedy Barcodes are technically valid UPC and EAN barcode numbers and are widely accepted by many retailers, distributors, and marketplaces outside the United States and Canada.
Our barcode numbers originate from UCC-issued company prefixes created before August 28, 2002, when barcode numbers were sold outright rather than licensed. Because of this, these barcodes:
- Have no annual renewal fees
- Have no licensing costs
- Never expire
- Remain permanently owned by the purchaser
However, final acceptance is always determined by each individual retailer, marketplace, or country's import regulations. Some retailers, government agencies, or special programs may require:
- Barcode numbers licensed directly through GS1
- A specific country prefix
- Ongoing GS1 database registration and yearly renewal fees
Speedy Barcodes provides a cost-effective, permanent barcode solution that works for many international sellers, while customers with strict GS1 licensing requirements must purchase those licenses directly from GS1.
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