Package Forwarding Pricing
Package forwarding pricing is built around the shipment, not just the product price. Your cost can change depending on where the parcel starts, where it is going, how large it is, how much it weighs and which service options you choose.
Jetkrate supports package forwarding from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand, so each origin and destination route can price differently.
Estimate before you forward
Use the live Jetkrate calculator to compare shipment routes and understand the likely cost before deciding how to send your parcel.
Package Forwarding lets you shop online in Jetkrate countries using your Jetkrate address, and then forward your purchases to you anywhere in the world.
Select Your Destination Country
Shipping From
Your package will ship from this warehouse.
Shipping To
Where do you want to send your package?
Choose a common item to ship...
...or enter your item dimensions
Depth, Width and Height are needed for calculating volumetric weight, where the shipping company charge for the size of the parcel. Volumetric weight will need to be considered for most packages except relatively dense objects. Please see the FAQ for more details on volumetric weight.
| Weight (kg) | Total Package Value | Dimensions (cm) | Action |
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What affects pricing?
Because variables change from parcel to parcel, a fixed product-price percentage is rarely a reliable guide. The real drivers are physical parcel details, route and service choices.
Parcel size and weight
Actual weight, volumetric weight and dimensions all matter. A light but bulky parcel can price higher than a compact heavier one.
Route and service speed
Origin, destination, delivery zone, carrier and service speed can all change the final forwarding cost.
Preparation choices
Consolidation, repacking and optional handling can affect cost depending on the parcel and what is safe or sensible.
Pricing is about the whole forwarding journey
The product price is only one part of the decision. A good forwarding estimate considers the warehouse origin, destination, parcel profile, service choice and any destination charges that may apply separately.
Ways to keep forwarding costs under control
Choose products with shipping in mind
Avoid unnecessary bulk where possible and check whether the retailer uses oversized packaging.
Use consolidation carefully
Combining eligible parcels may reduce repeated base charges, but a larger combined box can also increase dimensions.
Repack only when it makes sense
Repacking may reduce cost when packaging is excessive, but it is not always suitable for fragile goods or collector packaging.
Customs and destination costs
International shipping charges are not the only cost to consider. Depending on the destination, duties, taxes, customs charges or handling fees may apply. These are separate from Jetkrate's forwarding service.
Final takeaway
The best way to manage package forwarding pricing is to compare the full landed cost before assuming a purchase is good value. Accurate parcel details make that comparison much easier.
Ready to start forwarding your packages?
Create your free Jetkrate account to get your forwarding addresses and start sending purchases through your Jetkrate dashboard.