General posts about International Shipping and Planet Express service.
International shipping opens the door to amazing shopping opportunities, but customs delays can quickly turn an exciting delivery into a frustrating waiting game. Whether you are buying from U.S. stores, sending gifts abroad, or forwarding multiple packages internationally, understanding how to reduce the risk of customs issues can save you time, money, and stress. At … Read more
Want to shop from Japan but need help placing the order, paying the store, or arranging international shipping? Great news — Planet Express Shop for Me is now available in Japan in beta! 🎉 Our new Shop for Me Japan service makes it easier to buy products from Japan when checkout is complicated, stores have … Read more
Running a small business means keeping a close eye on costs, delivery speed, and customer satisfaction. If you source products, samples, supplies, or inventory from U.S. retailers, package forwarding with Planet Express can be a smart way to simplify logistics and reduce international shipping expenses. Planet Express offers services such as package consolidation, free storage … Read more
If you’ve ever wondered why your international shipping cost is higher than expected, the answer is often dimensional weight (DIM weight). At Planet Express, dimensional weight charges are one of the most common surprises for customers shopping from U.S. retailers. Lightweight but bulky items — like shoes, jackets, toys, pillows, and electronics in oversized retail … Read more
Looking to shop from the UK or Europe and ship internationally? With the UK warehouse from Planet Express, you can buy from British and European retailers and forward your packages anywhere in the world — quickly, safely, and cost-effectively 🌍 Many UK and EU stores don’t offer international shipping. Our UK package forwarding service gives … Read more
Shopping in the United States gives you access to some of the best brands, lowest prices, and exclusive products in the world. From seasonal clearance sales to tech releases and limited-edition items, many U.S. retailers offer deals that simply aren’t available internationally. But what if the store doesn’t ship to your country? That’s where Planet … Read more
💳 How to Get a U.S. Prepaid Card with US Unlocked — Shop U.S. Stores from Anywhere Ever tried to buy something from a U.S. website only to see this message: “⚠️ We only accept U.S. payment methods.” Don’t worry — there’s a solution! If you’ve signed up for Planet Express and wanted to ship … Read more
🚛 Big News: FedEx Freight Just Got Way Cheaper! 💸 If you’ve ever needed to ship large or heavy items internationally, now is the time to save big. We’re excited to announce exclusive discounted rates for FedEx Freight, available through our U.S.-based locations. You can now ship at an average of just $2.50 to $5.00 … Read more
Following extensive discussions between Planet Express and OPAS—both based in Oregon—Planet Express officially took over OPAS operations as of July 11th, 2023. As a former OPAS customer or prospective customer, here are the many ways this transition improved your experience: Access to lower shipping rates than ever before More warehouse address options across Oregon, California, and Florida A … Read more
Sending alcoholic beverages internationally can be a complex process, but with the right knowledge and adherence to specific guidelines, you can successfully forward your favorite wines and spirits to Japan using Yamato. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the steps involved and provide essential information to ensure a smooth shipping experience. Special … Read more
Our Torrance warehouse offers a wide range of benefits to support your shopping needs: Faster, Direct Shipping with Trusted Partners Speed of delivery is fastest due to our proximity to LAX. Carriers such as USPS, Asendia, Aramex, and Yamato can quickly pick up and process shipments at their hubs. This helps reduce transit times … Read more
In the fast-paced world of package management, efficiency is key. At Planet Express, we take pride in our streamlined and organized processing system that ensures swift and accurate handling of packages from the moment they arrive in bulk. Let’s take a closer look at our step-by-step processing procedure. Step 1: Receiving Packages in BulkThe journey … Read more
