Category: Advice
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How to Cancel an Add-on Subscription on Amazon
If you’ve subscribed to an add-on item on Amazon but no longer wish to receive regular deliveries, you can easily cancel your subscription. Amazon provides a straightforward process for canceling add-on subscriptions. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to cancel an add-on subscription on Amazon: Step 1: Go to Your Account Settings Log in to…
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Everything you need to know about Amazon add-on subscriptions!
In this blog post, we will discuss how to buy an Add-on Item on Amazon. Add-on Items are products that are available for purchase when you buy a minimum of $25 worth of items shipped by Amazon to the same address, excluding gift cards. Here’s how to buy an Add-on Item on Amazon.com: Step 1:…
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How to send a package to Mexico in 8 easy steps
Are you planning on sending a package to someone in Mexico from the United States? If so, you’ll need to follow these easy steps to make sure your package arrives safely and timely. In this guide, we’ll talk you through, in steps, everything you need to know about how to send a package to Mexico…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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This is how to return a package to Amazon
Want to know more about Amazon’s Return Policy? Here’s the low-down!
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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,…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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How to fill out a customs form for international shipping
When shopping internationally you may be required to pay import duty and other taxes to customs when the item is received (imported) at your country. Some documentation will needed to be completed in order for your shopping to pass through customs. Normally when you buy something from a shop they and the courier or shipping…
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SHEIN, what does in transit mean?
SHEIN.com is a large online clothes from China originally named ZZKKO, well known for its marketing on Tik Tok. It sells mainly women’s clothes but also men’s kids’ and homeware and beauty products. I have bought an item and have been expecting delivery, but I am getting the message Stuck In Transit! – Help! International…
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How much does DHL and FedEX charge for customs clearance?
If you are receiving a package or shipment from another country, or importing, then you are likely liable for customs duties to be paid. The amount of the duties varies by country and item type. These fees are set by the countries themselves. But you may also have to pay your courier fees to clear…
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Customs clearance delay, what should you do?
You’ve bought something from Amazon or another international shop with delivery to your country, everything has been going smoothly, but suddenly the dreaded words ‘clearance delay – import’ popup on your FedEx or DHL parcel tracking. What does it mean and how should you handle a customs clearance delay? You will find the same wording…
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Which is the cheapest parcel forwarder?
Parcel forwarders otherwise known as package forwarders are service providers who will provide you with an address in which you can send shopping to that you buy in a foreign country, once they have received your parcel they will forward it on to you in the country you live in. They will send it to…
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Amazon Prime Day 2021 with International Shipping
Amazon Prime Day for this year, 2021, is on the 21st – 22nd June! Many discounts and bargains will be available in locations around the world. Amazon Prime is the company’s money saving program that allows you to benefit from free and cheap shipping as well as offers on shopping, included in the Prime membership…
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What is eBay international standard delivery?
Closing down eBay International Standard Delivery is closing down by July 2023, It will be replaced with The eBay International Shipping Program – Source International Standard Delivery was: Many sellers on eBay.com will offer international delivery or shipping to many countries around the world. It is easy to find items for sale that will ship…
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Changes in VAT and import fees for Irish shoppers buying from Amazon.co.uk
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Next international shipping & returns information
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VAT changes 2021. How will they affect international shopping?
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How to get the best Amazon deals and discounts
With Amazon taking advantage of Covid and gouging its price on certain items, it’s time to see whether we can beat trillionaire Jeff Bezos at his tricks and dig out Amazon’s best and most hidden deals for 2020 and 2021. Check out these ideas, tips, advice and hacks so you can save more when buying…
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How to get free delivery at Boohoo.com
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Is Amazon Prime Worth it?
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How to sell stuff on Amazon with international shipping
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This is how to ship perfume internationally
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Amazon, delayed at customs, what does it mean?
You’ve bought something from Amazon Global with international shipping and your orders appear in the Amazon Shopping app, but the notification you receive is: Delayed at Customs! What does this mean for your order? Screenshot from Amazon.com Shopping app, delayed at customs, UPS may require additional information from you. Your package is processed by customs…
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What are non-essential shops?
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Which are the Best Indian international debit cards?
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Is it safe to buy online from China?
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WISE: How to Transfer Money Overseas
What is TransferWise (Wise) and how can I transfer money overseas? Read our guide for all your answers
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What should you know about Indian customs duty (import tax) for online shopping?
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Can I buy an iPhone from abroad and use it in my country?
Thought about buying an iPhone with international shipping?
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John Lewis website makes international shopping easy
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How to choose the best package forwarder.
Many shoppers from all over the world when shopping from the USA, Europe or other countries need to, or wish to, use a package forwarder. There are many advantages for doing so. But how should you choose the best package forwarder for international shopping, which one is right for you, and what are the alternatives…
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My order hasn’t arrived from the USA, what should I do?
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Acceptable payment methods for AliExpress
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Sorted: How to Get a US Address for Shipping!
Not all shops from the USA do offer international shipping to all countries in the world. There are over 200 countries and sometimes it is almost impossible to cater for all of them, for many reasons. If you live outside of the 50 states of the US or American overseas territories, & APO/FPO addresses the…
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Failed international delivery contact template
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How do I track my Borderfree package?
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How to resolve an international shopping dispute with PayPal.