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Who Can Use Kickstarter?

Michael Davis·@boostyourcampaign·Sep 17, 2019
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Planning to launch a Kickstarter campaign? First, let's check if you're eligible to create a project on the platform.

Who Can Launch a Kickstarter Campaign?

Eligible Countries

  • US
  • UK
  • Australia
  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Canada
  • Denmark
  • France
  • Germany
  • Hong Kong
  • Ireland
  • Japan
  • Mexico
  • Netherlands
  • Singapore
  • Switzerland
  • Luxembourg
  • New Zealand
  • Norway
  • Spain
  • Sweden

Basic Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old*
  • Permanent residency in an eligible country
  • Government-issued ID from your country of residence
  • Local bank account matching your verified identity
  • Major credit or debit card

*Creators under 18 must partner with an adult who meets all requirements and will be responsible for the project.

Running a Project as a Legal Entity

To run a project through a legal entity, you must:

  • Have a registered legal entity in your project's country
  • Possess a business registration number
  • Designate a team member as representative who meets individual eligibility requirements
  • Verify the representative's identity

Important Notice

Once your project is created, you cannot change:

  • Bank account country
  • Country of legal residence
  • Currency

What If My Country Isn't Listed?

You have two options:

  1. Contact BoostYourCampaign: We might be able to help you find a solution for your specific situation.
  2. Use Stripe Atlas: Create a US business entity and apply for a US bank account.

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