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Postage CentreDelivering to the World

	Delivering to the World can get a little bit more complicated as there are more variables involved. Here's what's important to bear in mind, when delivering internationally.
	Postage Costs and Time Insurance Packaging International Postage Complexities (Customs, Taxes & Duties)

Postage Costs and Time

Generally, postage costs are higher with transit times being longer. It's all dependent on:

Weight and dimensions of Parcel
Method of postage (express, normal air, surface)
Location posting from
Location posting to
Door-to-door deliveries
Additional costs for insurance, taxes, duties and/or custom clearance fees

Provide clear information about the postage options you are offering, and let buyers choose to their own requirements. Communication is key in Postage.

TIP: Offering free postage or keeping postage costs low, can help your item rank higher in Best Match search results. Plus, on many eBay sites, buyers can now sort results by Price + Postage.

	Insurance
	It's best to insure items you're sending internationally as there's a higher risk of loss or damage in transit. Most postal services automatically provide some coverage, but if item value is high, do consider purchasing additional insurance for it.
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	Packaging
	We've covered the basics of packaging. For international deliveries, double check your labeling, addresses and contact information. Remember, it will be going around the globe. Importantly, enclose documentation that specifies an item's value (like an invoice) that custom officials can easily reference.
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	International Postage Complexities
	When your package arrives at its destination country, it needs to clear through customs. Customs is a government agency responsible for regulating shipments entering a country. Duties and Taxes may then be charged on certain items and it varies country to country. A lot of countries also might charge Value Added Tax (VAT) on top of the applicable Duties and Taxes. It might be wise to do some research on the customs, taxes and duties applicable for the country you are mailing to before you proceed on the sale.
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