In this digital age, selling online is a great way for small businesses to reach a global audience. With the right tools and services, online sellers can reach customers around the world and sell their products directly to consumers without intermediaries. However, selling internationally does present some challenges that local sales do not. In this article, we will explore whether Amazon ships internationally, the best ways to ship internationally, and specific tips on how you can partner with Amazon as a third-party seller to expand your international shipping services.
Can Amazon Ship Internationally?
Yes, using Amazon international shipping, you can ship products to customers in over 200 countries and territories. You can use the Amazon shipping calculator to find out the best price to ship your products.
What You Should Know About International Shipping
Customs Duties
Customs duties are taxes that are imposed on imported products. The duty is usually levied on the value of the goods (i.e. what they cost you to make) and is calculated as a percentage of the shipment’s value, or as a fixed amount. In some countries, customs duties are collected by the government, and in others, they are collected by private companies called customs brokers. If you sell your goods through Amazon, Amazon will collect and pay any duties for you.
VAT
VAT stands for Value-Added Tax, and is a tax on goods and services that is charged at each stage of production or supply chain – from raw materials to finished goods – which varies from country to country and between industries within one country. VAT can be seen as a sales tax but it has additional features that distinguish it from other types of sales taxes such as GST (Goods & Service Tax). VAT rates vary across countries based on their own policies; however, the majority of countries have VAT rates of 20% or less.
Importing Products from Other Countries
Depending on your shipping address, you may have to pay a tax called CBT (Customs Brokerage Tax) when you import products from other countries. This is the amount that private companies charge to process and distribute your goods to Amazon’s fulfillment centers. If you are selling goods through Amazon and using FBA, Amazon will handle this for you as well.
Duty-Free Goods
You can ship certain items that are subject to duty-free entry without paying import taxes or tariffs on them with your items via Amazon’s international sales channel. These items include jewelry, certain sports equipment, cameras and cellular phones, computer parts and software, handbags and luggage, tobacco products (including e-cigarettes), perfumes and cosmetics, books, video games, and music CDs/DVDs/Blu-rays/games consoles (including PS4), art objects countries
Importing Products from the U.S
You can sell your products on Amazon U.S, which is a market that allows you to sell product within the USA and Canada, without any additional charges for import taxes for example in China or Japan, etc. In addition, you will not be able to export your products from Amazon US at this time since we do not have any export options yet, however, we are actively working on it and hope to add this feature soon.
Which Amazon Services Can You Use To Ship Internationally?
1.) Amazon Fulfillment: You can use Amazon Fulfillment to ship items internationally. This is a good choice if you want to avoid paying high shipping fees.
2.) Amazon Shipping: You can also use Amazon Shipping to ship internationally. This is a good choice if you want to save on shipping fees at the expense of slower delivery times.
3.) Amazon Logistics: You can use Amazon Logistics to ship items internationally. This is a good choice if you want to be able to choose which countries you want your goods shipped in and what type of service you would like (standard or priority).
4.) AWS Ship: You can also use the AWS Ship service for international shipping.
5.) USPS International Mail Service: The USPS International Mail Service allows businesses with an international address and an annual revenue of $1,000,000 or more (or $3,000,000 for express services) to have their packages delivered outside the United States.
How To Ship Internationally With Amazon
Decide which Amazon marketplace you’ll use to ship internationally
In order to ship internationally, you need to use the international version of each marketplace. This is because Amazon uses the specific marketplace’s location to determine shipping rates. If you use the standard U.S. marketplace to sell internationally, it’s likely that your shipping rates will be higher than what your customers are expecting. This can be a major turnoff for potential buyers. To avoid this, use the international version of the marketplace you’re selling on. Choose Amazon Europe. This marketplace is the best online marketplace in Europe, with millions of products from thousands of sellers. Sellers on this marketplace can ship their products anywhere in the European Union, Norway, Switzerland, Iceland, and Liechtenstein. For sellers in the U.S., a better option might be the Amazon Canada marketplace. This marketplace is the best place to sell your products if you’re based in Canada and you’re looking to ship within Canada and export to other countries in the Americas like Mexico, the Caribbean, and Brazil.
Find a reliable shipping company
Your first challenge is finding a reliable shipping partner. This is crucial. If you don’t find a partner that can ship your goods at a reasonable price, you could be losing out on sales. This is especially true if you’re selling on Amazon Mexico, Amazon Canada, or Amazon Europe. These marketplaces are for international vendors who are able to ship internationally. This means that buyers who live outside of the U.S. will be charged higher taxes. This includes customs and duties. Find a shipping partner that can help you manage all of these extra costs. Not sure where to start? There are plenty of shipping companies out there. But it’s important that you select a company that specializes in e-commerce shipping. This means the company has experience with handling and shipping large volumes of packages. These types of firms have specific equipment designed to pack and ship your products safely – and quickly. Find a partner that can provide you with fast delivery rates. You can also select a shipping partner that offers a variety of services such as drop-offs, reordering, tracing, and returns. The more services they provide, the less time you’ll spend handling customer service issues.
Create your product listing and determine shipping costs
Once you select a shipping partner, it’s time to create your product listing. If you’re selling on Amazon Europe, Amazon Mexico, or Amazon Canada, your product title and description must be in the language of the country you’re selling in. If you’re selling in the U.S., you can use either English or Spanish. On Amazon.com, products are listed in English by default. In other marketplaces, you can either select a language or have your products listed in multiple languages. Once you’ve listed your products, it’s time to determine shipping costs. Remember, each marketplace has its own policies regarding shipping. Make sure you go back to the specific shipping guidelines for your marketplace.
Communicate with your shipper
Once you’ve determined your shipping costs, it’s time to communicate these rates to your shipping partner. First, make sure that your items can be shipped internationally. If you’re selling on Amazon Europe, you can ship from anywhere in the world. This includes shipping from the U.S. Amazon Canada, on the other hand, allows sellers to ship from the U.S. and Canada only. Amazon Mexico, however, only allows shipping to and from Mexico. If you ship your products from the U.S., you may need to go through a broker. This is especially true if you’re selling heavy or oversized items. Once you’ve chosen your shipping partner and made sure that they can ship your products, it’s time to start looking at shipping methods. Depending on the country you’re shipping to, you have a variety of options. Find the best shipping method for your products. This could include a combination of shipping methods. For example, shipping by air and sea. You can also use shipping tools like Customs Clearance to help you manage the process.
Package and label your products for international shipping
Now it’s time to package your products. To ensure that your items are properly packed for shipping, use a commercial packaging standard like the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). This ensures that your goods are transported safely and efficiently. Again, find out which packing standard is required for the shipping method you select. Then use the right equipment for the job. This includes bubble wrap, packing peanuts, corrugated cardboard, and shipping labels. Once you’ve added all of the required labels, it’s time to apply them to your packages. Remember, you want to make sure that your labels are easy to read so your goods arrive safely and quickly.
Final Words
Selling internationally is a great way to grow your business and increase your income. However, you will want to be careful when you are shipping internationally. You will want to make sure your items are being shipped in the right way, and you will also want to make sure your items are arriving at their destination undamaged. You will also want to make sure you have the right Amazon services activated for international shipping. If you want to sell internationally through Amazon, make sure you follow the tips outlined in this article.
