How to Buy Things From Other Countries Online
Buying from another country online can give you access to better ranges, local brands, limited releases and prices you cannot find at home. The tricky part is delivery, because many retailers only ship locally.
Jetkrate solves that problem by giving you local shopping addresses in New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Australia and the United States.
Step 1: Choose the country and store
Start with the product you want, then find a trusted retailer in that country. Check the store's reviews, payment options, delivery rules and return policy before placing an order.
If the store does not ship to your country, use your Jetkrate address in that country at checkout.
Step 2: Check whether the item can be shipped
Not every item can be forwarded internationally. Before buying, check for restrictions on:
- Liquids, aerosols and perfumes
- Food, supplements and natural products
- Batteries and electronics
- Alcohol, tobacco or regulated goods
- Weapons, counterfeit goods or illegal items
- Oversized, fragile or high-value products
Your destination country may also have import rules, even if the retailer is happy to sell the item.
Step 3: Use your Jetkrate address
Create a Jetkrate account and copy the correct address for the country you are shopping from. Enter it carefully at checkout, including your name and customer reference.
Once the retailer ships the parcel to Jetkrate, it will appear in your account after it is received and processed.
Step 4: Choose how to ship it home
From your Jetkrate account, you can choose an available international shipping option. If you have several parcels, you may be able to consolidate them first.
You will also need to provide accurate customs information, including item descriptions and values.
Step 5: Track your parcel
After payment and dispatch, track your parcel through the courier. Customs and final delivery are handled by the courier and destination country authorities.
Buy overseas with fewer barriers
Jetkrate helps you shop from more international stores without needing a friend or relative overseas. Sign up, use your local shopping address and forward eligible parcels to your door.