Month: December 2022

  • Happy Christmas 2022!

    Happy Christmas 2022!

    The writers at MyInternationalShopping.com would like to read our readers a very Merry Christmas. This year we migrated to WordPress from Joomla so that we could bring you a better experience, and we have been working harder over the last few months to answer more of your questions and solve more problems. As well as…

  • 5 steps to ship a guitar

    5 steps to ship a guitar

    When packing a guitar for shipping, it is important to use the right materials to ensure the instrument is protected. Start by wrapping the guitar in bubble wrap or packing paper, then place it in a guitar case and secure the case with foam padding. Next, place the guitar in a box that is large…

  • Where to buy an Apple gift card

    Where to buy an Apple gift card

    Apple gift cards allow you to send the gift of a credit at Apple.com, this can be spent on most products and services including iTunes, App Store or on products such as iPhone, iPad, Airpods, Macbook, Apple accessories and more. An Apple gift card is a prepaid card that can be used to purchase products…

  • These stores are open on Christmas Day

    These stores are open on Christmas Day

    Christmas is a Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. On Christmas, many people exchange gifts and spend time with family and friends. Shopping is a big part of the Christmas season, as people often purchase gifts for their loved ones. Shopping for presents is a way to express love and appreciation to…

  • This is how buy now, pay later works

    This is how buy now, pay later works

    Buy now, pay later (BNPL) is a type of financing option that allows consumers to purchase goods or services and pay for them at a later date. This option is often offered by retailers as a way to make their products more affordable and accessible to customers. How? With buy now, pay later, the customer…

  • What are Carnets?

    What are Carnets?

    A Carnet is international customs documents used to temporarily import and export merchandise. Carnets are also known as an ATA Carnet and is used to avoid payment of duties and taxes on certain items when they are being temporarily imported and exported for up to a year. They are commonly used for trade shows, exhibitions,…

  • How to ship frozen food?

    How to ship frozen food?

    Here is our guide to the best way to pack and ship frozen food products for sending in the mail. When packing frozen food for shipping, it’s important to use materials that will keep the food cold and prevent it from thawing. You want to ensure that the food remains frozen or cold, otherwise it…

  • This is how to return a package to Amazon

    This is how to return a package to Amazon

    Want to know more about Amazon’s Return Policy? Here’s the low-down!

  • How to ship furniture like a pro

    How to ship furniture like a pro

    Can you ship furniture? Yes, furniture can be shipped. Most furniture stores offer delivery services, or you may be able to arrange for a shipping company to pick up and deliver the furniture to you. The most common types of furniture that are shipped are beds, mattresses, couches, tables, chairs, dressers, and desks. Overseas? Yes,…

  • What is Alipay and how does it work?

    What is Alipay and how does it work?

    In this guide we look at what AliPay is and how it works. Alipay is a digital payment platform owned by the Chinese company Ant Group, formerly Ant Financial, is an affiliate of the Alibaba Group and was founded by Alibaba founder Jack Ma. It is used by millions of users to make payments online,…

  • What are the best VPNs with international servers?

    What are the best VPNs with international servers?

    The best VPNs with international servers include ExpressVPN, NordVPN, Surfshark, and CyberGhost. ExpressVPN has 5,500+ servers in more than 90 countries around the world, while NordVPN has 5,500+ servers in 59 countries. Surfshark has 3,200+ servers in 100 countries, and CyberGhost has 6,900+ servers in 90 countries. All of these VPNs offer strong encryption and…

  • Why is my debit card declined when I have money?

    Why is my debit card declined when I have money?

    You are shopping online with your debit card, you have money on the card, your balance is in surplus but, when you go through checkout the transaction is declined? I have money in my account but it declines. Why?! 8 reasons why you are declined Well, there are lots of reasons why a debit card…

  • How do I track my international air waybill?

    How do I track my international air waybill?

    What is an air waybill? An air waybill, or AWB, is a document issued by an airline as a receipt for goods that are being shipped by air. It is also known as a shipping label or air consignment note. The air waybill contains information about the sender, the recipient, and the contents of the…

  • Should I use a VPN for international shopping?

    Should I use a VPN for international shopping?

    And other questions about using a VPN whilst browsing the internet. What is a VPN? A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a technology that provides a secure connection over a public or private network. It works by creating a secure “tunnel” between two or more devices, allowing users to securely access resources on the network…

  • What is a prepaid debit card?

    What is a prepaid debit card?

    Here are some of your questions answered concerning prepaid debit cards. What is a prepaid debit card? A prepaid debit card is a payment card that is pre-loaded with funds. It can be used to make purchases at any store or online merchant that accepts debit cards. The funds on the card are drawn from…

  • What is Amazon CVG2?

    What is Amazon CVG2?

    Amazon CVG2 is an returns fulfillment center in the USA. If you return an item to Amazon in the USA, you may be asked to use a shipping label with this address on it. Address: CVG2 E6 Amazon Returns 1600 Worldwide Blvd, Hebron, KY 41048, United States Phone number: (859) 586-3883 Sources: Source and photo…

  • What is the meaning of parallel imports?

    What is the meaning of parallel imports?

    Answer: Parallel imports are goods that are imported into a country from another country without the trademark owners permission. Parallel imports are sometimes known as gray (grey) market goods. The goods are genuine and not counterfeit, but were made to be sold in a different country but have been shipped to a different country for…

  • Customs form, what does ‘content description was not sufficient’ mean?

    Customs form, what does ‘content description was not sufficient’ mean?

    You may have bought something from overseas and had a note from USPS or another carrier with your returned package, something like this: “Incomplete Customs Declaration – Your package was rejected for export as the content description was not sufficient to determine if it meets U.S. export requirements”. What does this mean? Well it is…