I recently wanted to buy a Philips shaver, and the price on Amazon Spain was consistently high. However, Amazon UK had a pretty good discount. But since Brexit, I hadn’t bought anything from Amazon UK, as I was worried that customs and logistics would be a major headache. After hesitating for a few days, the price difference convinced me to take the plunge and document the whole process as a reference for anyone with similar concerns.
# The Current State of Direct Shipping from Amazon UK to Spain
Let’s cut to the chase: It’s now much easier to buy from Amazon UK and have it shipped to Spain than you might imagine
! The key is to choose items sold by Amazon or that are FBA (Fulfilled by Amazon)
. When you do, Amazon automatically estimates and collects the import fees at checkout. This means your package won’t be held up at Spanish customs, saving you a lot of trouble. If the actual customs fees are lower than the amount collected, Amazon will even refund the difference.
# A Real-World Test of Costs and Delivery Times
The shaver I purchased from Amazon UK was priced at £85. With shipping and the import fees deposit, the total came to £115.32. This price was still about €30 cheaper than buying it in Spain. After placing the order, the system estimated an 8-day delivery. In reality, the package shipped from the UK via UPS and was delivered to my home in Madrid on the 6th day—pretty impressive speed! The whole process was seamless, with no customs clearance hassles for me to deal with.
Here’s a breakdown of the main costs and timeline from my purchase to give you a clear idea:
| Item | Details |
|---|
| Product Price | 85.00 GBP |
| International Shipping | 10.43 GBP |
| Import Fees Deposit | 19.89 GBP |
| Total Paid | 115.32 GBP |
| Order Date | May 10, 2024 |
| Delivery Date | May 16, 2024 |
| Transit Time | 6 days |
# Summary and Some Tips
If you find a great deal on something you want on Amazon UK, you can definitely order with confidence. However, there are a few points to keep in mind:
- Always choose items that are sold by Amazon or are FBA (Fulfilled by Amazon). This is the only way to take advantage of the convenient import fee deposit service. If you buy from a third-party seller shipping directly, you’ll most likely have to handle customs clearance yourself.
- Make sure to enter your address correctly at checkout, especially the postal code and phone number. This is the most critical information for an international package.
- Some products may not be eligible for direct shipping to Spain due to policy restrictions. The system will notify you when you try to add them to your cart.
I hope this account of my Amazon UK warehouse experience is helpful! Now, when you spot a great deal on Amazon UK, you don’t have to pass it up because of customs concerns. Have you bought from Amazon UK before? Feel free to share your experiences in the comments!
