How to do shipping?
 

I'm quite a newbie with online selling and so far, all my buyers are from singpore.

But recently i received an email from a prospective buyer from Australia. Anyone knows how to do overseas shipping? is it a very complicated procedure? can i just pack everything into a small box and write the address and leave it to singpost to do the rest?

would really appreciate your help! thanks in advance :)

Another not-so-urgent question:
Does anyone know how to start a mailing list without using the available online services like bravenet? I've been wanting to create a mailing list since ages ago but don't really know how to do it.

Thanks!!

Re: How to do shipping?
 

Shipping overseas is easy. If u have not already done the shipping, see below.

Yes, u can use your own box but ensure that it is "clean". I tried using a recycled carton box once (those paper boxes u see in provision shop that comes with some prints eg Magnolia Fresh Milk) and the SingPost Officer asked me to use white paper to wrap up my box first. :laff: Alternatively, SingPost also sell boxes but don't think they are cheap.

U may also wish to note the following:
- if u are using a recycled box, better to wrap up in white or brown paper.
- if it is a nice and clean carton box, then simply write the addressee's name and address on the box.
- Write in block letters. U should include the return address ie your name and address. Use marker pen.
- Use masking tape and some will even use raffia strings to double protect the package/box. And when necessary, use bubble-wrap for your products.

And of course there will be 1 or 2 forms to complete. Fairly easy but do check with your overseas buyer(s) because the value u declare in the forms may attract custom duties/taxes for them.

Make sure u receive the full payment including shipping fees before u post out your stuff. Once u get the hang of it, u can easily estimate a shipping fees for your overseas buyer(s) without having to make a few trips to the post office to check on shipping rates.

The attached URL is a useful guide on Singpost postal rates. I have sent packages/boxes to US, UK, HK, Australia before, I usually go by SingPost Speedpost Airparcel. So far, safe & efficient, usually arrives earlier than the estimated time indicated by SingPost. :clap:

http://www.singpost.com.sg/quick_ser...ostage_cal.asp

Re: How to do shipping?
 

that's very helpful, thank you so much!:clap: