When you make a purchase or create an account on Hotmart, your account's country is automatically determined based on your device's IP address. Because this involves tax rules, charging currencies, and commission payouts, changing your registered country requires validation from our support team to ensure compliance and account security.
This article is dedicated exclusively to changing your registered country. If you need to update your email, phone number, tax ID, or other personal details, check out the article How to update my Hotmart account information?.
In this guide, you will find instructions on how to request a country change, the financial prerequisites for creators/affiliates selling on the platform, and the documentation required for validation.
How to request a registered country change
❯ I’m a Buyer and want to change my account's countryIf you are a Buyer, changing your registered country is handled directly by our support team. To proceed with the request, there are no prior financial requirements: simply open a request and submit the documents for account validation. Step-by-step to submit a request as a Buyer:
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❯ I’m a Creator and/or Affiliate and want to change my account's countryFor those who sell or promote products, changing your country directly impacts tax rules, withdrawal processing, and commission settlement currencies. Therefore, preparing your account before submitting the request is an indispensable step to ensure your ticket is approved. Required actions before requesting the change:
What changes in your commissions after the update:
Step-by-step to submit a request as a Creator and/or Affiliate:
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What documents do I need to send to change my country?
Document verification is a safety measure to keep your account secure in your new country. Submitting complete and legible files helps our team analyze your request more quickly and complete your account update.
❯ If your new country of residence is Brazil
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❯ If your new country of residence is abroad
⚠️ Important note about passports: As a passport is an international travel document, it does not prove permanent residence in a country. To avoid delays in your request and ensure approval, make sure to attach an official ID or resident card issued in your destination country. |
Frequently Asked Questions
❯ I don’t have proof of residence in my name. What can I submit?You can submit a recent document (issued within the last 90 days) in your parents' or spouse's name. In these cases, you must also attach an official document proving your family connection, such as a marriage certificate or birth certificate/ID. |
❯ Can I change my account country if I still have balance to be released?Before opening a request, you must withdraw all available balance from your account. If you made recent sales, simply wait for the funds to be released to complete the total withdrawal, and then submit your request to support. |
❯ Why is a passport not accepted to prove a country change?Because it is a travel document, a passport does not prove permanent residence. For tax and security reasons, Hotmart requires an official ID or resident card issued directly by the destination country. |
❯ I’m a buyer. Why can’t I change my country directly in my account settings?Your registered country defines tax laws and applicable consumer rights for your purchases, such as refund periods and terms (which vary between Brazil and other countries or regions, like the European Union). To ensure compliance with legal standards and maintain account security, the change must be validated by our support team. |
❯ I’m a buyer. Why do I need to send documents and a selfie if I don’t make withdrawals?Any country change restarts account verification to reinforce the protection of your registration. Sending an official photo ID and a selfie confirms account ownership, protects your personal data, and ensures your access remains safe and compliant with the regulations of your new country of residence. |