Does Amazon Ship To Australia?
You are here because you are probably searching for “Amazon Australia” or an amazon.com store in Australia. You are an Australian, right? And you may be looking for it because you want to shop from said website. I will be straightforward to you.There’s no amazon.com.au or an amazon.com store for Australians yet although some news indicate that Amazon might be investing in Australia very soon (see related article here). Don’t be sad though ‘coz you can still shop from Amazon even if you are in Australia.
Amazon.com is also for Australians. You can purchase select items from Amazon USA even if you are in Australia.
Yes, Amazon USA also serves international online shoppers like Australians. It processes orders from and delivers select items to, Australia. Amazon takes care of everything from ordering until the next-to-your-doorstep delivery. This service is called the Amazon Global. Amazon Global sorts out all products that are available for international delivery.
Some products are:
- Kindle Touch
- Some models of DSLR Cameras
- Some electronics such as mobile phones, SD cards and portable hard disks
- Apparel (clothes, shoes and accessories)
- Books (almost all books are available for international delivery)
- Kindle ebooks and other digital products
- Movie and TV series DVDs, and many more.
For a complete list of products available for delivery in Australia, click here.
How much does delivery cost?
Amazon does overseas delivery at a very affordable cost. Of course, the delivery fee depends upon the products itself, its weight, its price and other factors. For example, a Kindle Keyboard which is sold at $189.00 can be purchased from Amazon.com and you have two delivery options:
A. Expedited International Shipping – $11.98
B. Amazon Global Priority Shipping – $20.98
Expedited International Shipping would take 8-16 business days while AmazonGlobal Priority Shipping averages from 2-5 business days. In my personal experience, Amazon partners with DHL which handles the product’s clearance in customs office and local delivery.
Here is the complete schedule of shipping rates to Australia :
Standard Shipping Rates (18-32 business days)
Following the above rates, if you ordered 4 books at Amazon, you’ll pay $24.95 for the shipping fee. That’s $4.99 (per shipment rate) and $4.99 multiplied by 4 books.
Expedited Shipping Rates (5 to 12 business days)
So if you want to buy 2 Kindle Hardware, say, a Kindle Keyboard and a the basic Kindle, you’ll pay $14.97 for the shipping fee. That’s $8.99 (per shipment fee) and $2.99 for each Kindle. And expect them to be delivered after 5 to 12 days.
Priority Courier Shipping Rates to Australia (3 to 5 business days)
If you prefer priority shipping, you will pay $53.95 for shipping 4 books or $26.97 for shipping 2 Kindle Hardware to Australia.
In certain cases, Amazon combines items from multiple orders into a single package. Additional shipping and handling charges also apply to books, CDs, DVDs, VHS videotapes, music cassettes and vinyl of unusual size or weight. So, if the item is to bulky the following surcharge may be applied when you finalize your order with Amazon:
What about customs fee? Does Amazon clear the items from customs?
Yes. Amazon, through its agents, provides no hassle shopping by taking care of everything including customs duties. When you check out an item from Amazon store, Amazon give you an estimate for customs duties and handling fee. The courier clears the items from customs upon entry in Australia and thereafter, delivers them to purchasers. Luckily for Australians, you don’t need to pay customs duties for items below AUD1,000. (See article on Australia customs for online shoppers)
Why is it better to shop at amazon.com than some local stores in Australia?
One of the advantages of amazon.com shopping is that you take advantage of the strong Australian Dollar as compared to US Dollar. With that, you can actually purchase items at a lower price than those offered by local retailers. Here is an illustration.
Importing items from USA to Australia
What if Amazon does not ship the item I want internationally? Do I have any other option? Of course, there is. In that case you need the services of Freight Forwarders like Shipito.com. This freight forwarders serve as intermediaries. They will provide you with a USA street address where you orders will be shipped. Then, they will forward your order to your address in Australia. This is how it works:
- Sign up with a virtual USA street address provider. They are also known as freight forwarders. One of the best in this industry is Shipito.com. In case of Shipito, they will provide you with a virtual address in California. It will look like this:
Your name (address will be specified during registration) Suite # (box number)
Torrance, CA 90503Shipito will provide you with the address after your application has been processed. You’ll be notified through email
- Shop in any USA online store. You can now place orders on any USA online store, including Amazon.com if the item you want is not available for international shipping. When ordering, use the USA address as your “Shipping Address”.
- The provider will then receive the package and you’ll be notified through email.
- The postage (the cost for shipping your order from the USA address to Australia) will be calculated and you will also be asked to accomplish a form for purposes of Customs Clearance and Declaration.
- Then, you select the shipping option you want and the courier you prefer.
- You’ll be asked to pay the fees and finally, you have to mail out the package. At Shipito, they charge $8.50 for each mail out. You will not be required to pay any monthly fee for their basic membership fee.
- Just wait for your product to arrive. You may also track you package with the tracking number that will be provided to you.
There you have it. While at the present, there isn’t an Amazon Australia, you nevertheless have several options on how to do shopping at Amazon.com even if you are in Australia. Share your own Amazon to Australia shopping experience by hitting the comment box.
Hi I would like to buy a laube dog clipper mini micro cordpack kit 723
could you please tell me how much the postal would be I can,t find it any where thank you
Hi corrie,
The product you’re looking for is actually available in Australia. Please see petsuppliesonlineaustralia.com.au
Shipping fee is $7.50-$9.90
If you found a cheaper kit in a USA store, use Shipito’s shipping calculator to estimate postage. You can see that on the left sidebar of Shipito’s page.
Hope that helps.
hi i want to get a dvd series called castle season 4 but its not available in Australia until 2013. i would like to know how much the postal will be and how do i purchase it.
Hello Jennifer,
It’s available at Amazon and also available for International delivery. See this link. You can sign up an account at Amazon. And buy it there directly. The article above will give you more information. Shipping cost to Australia is about $12. Hope that helps.
Hi,
I really want a Black dry erase board (magnetic) and i cant find them anywhere in australia. I want it 18inches x 24inch. Any chance I can purchase this on amazon? Thanks
Hello Eli,
In the article above, we provided a link to Amazon Global where you can search products available for shipping to Australia. Go to the link and try searching for the product you want. Look at the product description if it says “Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.” If you see that, it can be shipped to Australia. The shipping fee will be seen during check out. If it’s too costly shipping it to Australia, you may not continue placing order. Hope that helps.
hello. wanted to know what the final price of the product delivered in sydney. says: This item is also available for shipping to select Countries outside the U.S.
Hello Diego,
Here is the price for the Rokinon Fisheye Lens.
It’s U$329 + U$8.48 for Expedited Shipping (8-16 business days)
U$329 + U$32.39 for Priority Shipping (3-5 business days)
The item is originally U$399. The price might have changed as of this writing. Click here for the updated price
You will not pay import duties for the item since its price is below A$1000.
Hope that helps.
Hi I would really like to buy private practice season 5 and grey’s anatomy season 8 on DVD but was wondering if you could tell me if they were region 4 format
Hello Jade,
Both Grey’s Anatomy and Private Practice are avalaible at Amazon and are in Region 1 format. You can see the details in the links provided. If you’re wondering if Region 1 DVDs could be played in Australia, then read check this forum
Hope that helps.
Hi id like to know if and when Amazon are going to let customers pay by paypal. as there are a number of things id like to buy but unable to as i cant find paypal on your ordering system.
Hi Tony,
I don’t see any indication that Amazon will support Paypal payment anytime soon. They, however, accept several payment methods which I have listed here.
Do you ship chainsaws to Australia ? Cheers Peter.
Hi Peter,
No, We are not an online store. We do not sell anything. We only provide info to Aussie shoppers.
Hi i would like to purchase Ralph Lauren Polo Big Pony Women #4 100ml for my girlfriend, would you be able to tell me what the shipping costs will be if shipped to Australia and what product category does perfume go under for shipping?
Hi Antonio,
I found some stores in Australia that sell that perfume. Here is the list. Importing perfumes is not really recommended because some couriers prohibit shipping perfumes or require special packaging and additional fees.
I want to buy a kindle paperwhite 3G + wifi, if I buy it through amazon and get it shipped to australia, will the kindle be fine for working in Australia or are there specific ones for this country?
The Kindle Paperwhite will work in Australia just like any other previous generation kindle. The 3G capability of the device works globally. You can see the full specifications of the Paperwhite here.
I have been using Shipito for about 3 years for shipping guitars from the USA to Australia and I have never had a problem with them. Great, reliable & cost-effective service.
I went on to the Kindle web-site to order the 8.9 Fire and it would not recognise my existing Austalian shipping address. Are the Fires available for purchase in Australia?
Thanks and regards SusanA
Unfortunately, the entire Kindle Fire family is not available for international delivery. In order to buy one, you have to use a freight forwarder. The last part of the article above explains the process of importing using a forwarder.
Am I able to buy an iMac or any other apple products in Amazon.com and get it shipped to Australia?
Hello,
I don’t think buying a Mac at Amazon.com is a good idea. They cost more than $1000. Therefore, they will be subject to GST. Not to mention that Amazon does not ship them directly to Australia. You will have to use freight forwarders. I think buying them from the Official Apple Store in Australia is the best option. Just go to apple.com/au. The difference between US price and AU price is not that much. Hope that helps
I was after a Figit and wondering how much for delivery to perth Western Australia. Also would it be compatible to work over here?
Hello Julie,
Did you mean Fijit, the interactive toy. I really don’t have any idea about the product but its avaliable at Amazon and ships internationally. Here’s the link. About the delivery, you will be given the delivery charge durin check out. If you find the fee too expensive, just don’t finish the check out process. Hope that helps.
This site definitely has all the information I needed about
this international online shopping in US to AU and didn’t know who to ask. Thanks.
i wanted to buy a portable hair dryer on amazon but when i went to pay it said the item cant be shipped to my address. is there any other type of alternative for getting this product or can i not get it at all now? like what i mean is there an alternative like sending it to another address or something and then getting it sent from there to my address?
Hello Emily,
Yes. The last part of the article above exactly answers your question.
How much do the Freight Forwarders charge for shipping the Kindle Paperwhite (not 3G) from Amazon to Sydney? Thanks
Hi Diane,
I read from this thread at whirlpool that it will cost you about $20 if you will use Shipito.
So the final cost might be:
$119 (kindle paperwhite wifi) +
$20 (shipping fee from US to AU) +
$8.50 (Shipito fee).
We do not guarantee the accuracy of the fees listed above. You might as well try checking with Shipito the final delivery fee they offer. Thanks.
I just attempted to purchase a kindle book for download and I get the message. “This book is not available in your country -Australia”. Why not? Why is Australia considered unworthy? It’s only Sci-fi novel. Available on Amazon UK and US, but not here! Useless.
Downloading ebooks at Amazon is country-locked. You can only purchase those available in the country. The reason is that, to quote Amazon:
Hi I am trying to purchase a Red Razor Mod Electric Vespa for my son for xmas. They dont sell them in Australia so I wanted to know if Amazon would ship it to Australia for me and how much..
Cheers Vanessa
Hello Vanessa. Amazon doesn’t ship it to Australia. It’s only available for US delivery. The item is too heavy and bulky to be shipped internationally.
If I was to purchase a T.V and ship to Australia, what the go about the power plug and electrical component to suit our standards?
Hello,
If you’re looking for the plug and voltage comparison of US and AU, please read this article http://australiandiscounts.com/usa-and-australia-clothing-sizes-and-electric-requirement-compared/#voltage.
About shipping TV set to Australia, we discourage it. TVs are bulky and heavy. You’ll spend hundreds just for the shipping fee. Anyway, there are a lot of stores locally that sell the latest TVs in the market. It’s best to get one from such local stores.
hi there.im looking to buy a book called NSCA Essentials of personal training 2003 edition, hard back copy.I was wondering could you tell me the cost of the book plus shipping please. i live in sydney, Australia.
thanks
Hello, if it’s available at Amazon, the shipping fee charts are provided in the article above.
How can I list my published book for sale on Amazon.
This link is for new Amazon Merchants.
Hi would like to know if I order Son of Anarchy season 4 & 5 from you will it play on my DVD player here in Australia? I would also likeVampire Dairys season 4.
Hello Cheryl, We are NOT an online store. we do not sell anything.
My daughter is a huge fan of singer Taylor Swift. There is a lot of merchandise available overseas especially in relation to her new album “Red”(including TS’s own website) that has not been released in Asutralia as yet. But when I try and connect onto the US based official merchandise store it rediverts me to her Australian store, and places like Walgreen’s which have the products don’t ship direct to Australia.
Can you suggest any websites etc where I could purchase Taylor Swift merchandise (or even One Direction stuff as well) where I can get it out to Australia in time for this Christmas? Any advice greatly appreciated.
I would like to purchase a mini micro scooter and a discovery spaceship and rocket toy by habe.. Trouble is they don’t send to Australia.. How much would postage be if I ordered thru this site ?
We do not offer such a service. You may import one yourself by following the information in the article above.
i have purchased kindle fire here in uk as a present to go to australia will it work there
Yes, you can use it in Australia.
Hi ,
Im looking to purchase a Nikon DSLR. Its under the $1000 /- limit for imports. Can I get it from Amazon via a freight forwarder?
David
Sydney
Yes, of course. The article above will guide you.
I’d like to buy a number of Amazon gift cards as Christmas presents. The ones that come in the little gift boxes. There are no laws that prevent Amazon from selling those here in Australia yet they will not sell these. At the same time they sell the emailed version of the gift card. Which is kind of lame to try and stick under a Christmas tree.
Why wont Amazon sell the proper gift cards to Australian.
I understand your sentiments. However, I think you can print out these gift cards yourself. If you print them on a presentable paper or card, then I guess they will be as nice as the physical gift cards sold by Amazon. This could be a better option than waiting for the gift cards to ship to Australia and pay additional shipping fees.
Im trying to buy bulk on sunflower seeds wondering if you could calculate the shipping price if i send you the link? http://www.amazon.com/BIGS-Bacon-Sizzlin-Sunflower-5-35-Ounce/dp/B0026LJRW8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1354340212&sr=8-3&keywords=bigs+sunflower+seeds
Amazon does not ship the product directly to Australia; so you have to use a freight forwarder like Shipito. Please read the article above to know how the process works. Anyway, according to Shipito’s shipping calculator, considering the item’s price and weight, you might have to spend a minimum of US$40 for shipping it from their warehouse in US to Australia.
I wish to send from FRANCE TO AUSTRALIA french wine or liquor.
Can you do it ? Thanks, regards m-h B-S
Sorry, we can’t. We are not a service provider. It’s better if you’ll check on your local couriers about their international services.
I need to speak to someone in billing and the phone numbers given me don’t work. Can some one give me the number to ring knowing I am ringing from Australia. I can’t even get the area code dor Amazon in America from anyone. I am getting desperate.
THIS GOES FOR ALL OUR READERS:
We are not directly connected with Amazon. So, if you need any assistance regarding a purchase or any transacted with Amazon.com, please contact Amazon so that you will be properly assisted. Amazon has its own contact and assistance page in its website. Please utilise that page for your queries. Thank you.
Thankyou SO much for providing this valuable resource to help us with our shipping questions. I also notice your quick replies to the many questions here. Excellent!
Regards
Paul.
Hello I’ m looking for Alcatraz backpack kipling in red. Can you put this item in australia? And how much is the shipping?
Hello,
I found this one at Amazon:
Amazon ships it to Australia for a delivery and handling fee of $23. You can buy it here.
Thanks for your quick responds but is not the model what I’m lookink for. I Just only interest on this one in this link http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0029ZZXHO/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1357734265&sr=8-2&pi=SL75.
“Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.”
Go through the article above if you want to ship it to Australia. All info you need are explained in details above.
In red color. Sorry!
Do you mean “shipito”?
Yes.
How much will it cost me to ship a Big Baby Taylor guitar to Australia? Is it for international shipment?
Hello, I checked Amazon and that guitar is not available for international delivery. I also advise you not to import it as it will cost you so much because of its size and weight.
UPDATE: KINDLE PAPERWHITE is now available in AUSTRALIA. Amazon.com is now shipping Kindle Paperwhite directly to Australia for as low as $11.98 shipping fee. Click here for more details.
I would like to purchase a Lapwork Z Lift Desk Stand and the American Amazon site will not post this to Australia. Can You help me purchase this item in Australia? thank you
If that’s the case, you have to use the services of a freight forwarder. The last part of the article above will teach you how.
i am after the movie ,underwater girl , can you help
Please try to search from local DVD stores. We have been receiving several emails that some DVDs from US don’t work properly in Australia.
Good afternoon, I am wanting to purchase the Roomba 650 from Amazon – will it be compatible to work in Australia?
I guess it will provided you have the 2 C batteries it requires. The item is available for international shipping here.
hi if have problems with deliveries whom do i ring to help
If you bought an item from Amazon without using a freight forwarder, then contact Amazon. Look for the customer support page on their website.
If you used a freight forwarder,
a. Contact Amazon if the item has not yet been delivered to the freight forwarder. OR
b. Contact your freight forwarder or its logistics partner if the problem is about forwarding your package from the former to you in Australia.
Hi, I wanna buy some craft punches from Amazon but they don’t deliver in Australia what shall I do? stuff4scrapbooking can delivered in Australia and they r cheaper then Amazon are they reliable?
If Amazon does not ship the item to Australia, you may use Shipito. More details are explained in the article above. As to the reliability of stuff4scrapbooking, we don’t have any shopping experience with them so we can’t give accurate answer. You could probably look for trusted reviews about the store to decide whether to purchase from them.
Hi, I am looking at purchasing a bag from the US but postage is coming up as $95. Would this be correct pricing for a bag, i would assume the cost would be about $30 max.
Postage depends on several factors such as the weight, size and price of the item. So, it’s possible that it will cost $95.
I am wanting to buy a smartphone. The Sony Xperia P from Amazon as it is a trusted vendor compared to australian ones which have bad reviews and are costly. The phone costs $282 US dollars so how much will it be with standard shipping and what about the charger and warranty? it will be the us version. Please help me.
Hello,
I checked the phone’s product page at Amazon.com. First, it’s a US version, you have to check whether it is compatible with our networks in Australia. Second, it is shipped by Amazon to US addresses only. To send it to Australia, you have to use freight forwarder like Shipito. You will see more info about this in the article above. Finally, i only has a US warranty. The warranty will not be honored in Australia and there’s also a possibility that even the US warranty will become void if you ship it outside US. Hope that helps.
Hello there.. id like to purchase a coat that weight 2.2 pounds so do you have any idea about how much it’s going to cost if the shipping is to Australia??
If it’s coming from Amazon and the latter ships it directly to Australia, the shipping cost will be estimated during check before placing your order. If not, use Shipito’s postage calculator. Link is provided in the article above.
Hi I would like to purchase a Lego three seat table with chairs. Can you tell me the best place to get this?
Hi, I would like to buy lacalut toothpaste but amazon cannot ship it to australia. is there any way to purchase it online?
Thanks.
The last part of the article above will teach you how.
Hi, I would dearly love to purchase the Art Nouveau Collectible Mermaid Hand Mirror Nymph Decoration on amazon.com. Can I arrange for this to be shipped to me in Austrlia?
Please refer to the article above. We do not offer assisted shopping service.
Hi! I’m wanting to purchase a bumbleride indie single pram and possibly Los the bassinet option I live in Queensland could you please let me know if you will post here and possibly provide a link. Thank you