When shopping in European online stores, customers often face a common issue: the payment doesn’t go through because the website only accepts local bank cards. 
This is a frequent situation, especially in Germany, France, Italy and other European countries, where some shops prefer to work exclusively with domestic payment systems. However, this doesn’t mean you have to miss out on great deals and exclusive products. In this article, we’ll explain how to bypass these limitations and successfully place your order.

Why might a shop not accept your card?

There are several reasons why European shops block international payments:  
- Limited geography – the shop only works with cards issued in a specific country.  
- Fraud prevention – some shops require the billing address to match the delivery address.  
- Local payment systems – in many countries, specific local services are preferred over international ones.

But there’s a solution – use the Shopogolic purchasing service.

How to buy a product if your card is not accepted?

If the store doesn’t accept your card, try the following options:

1. Use Shopogolic’s item purchasing service

The most convenient and reliable method is to use the purchase service. Shopogolic takes care of the entire ordering and payment process. You simply provide a link to the item, and we’ll buy it on your behalf and deliver it to one of our European warehouses. After that, you can send the parcel to your country in the way that suits you best.

2. Virtual shipping address

Some stores require the billing and delivery addresses to match. In this case, a virtual address from Shopogolic solves the issue. Register on our website to receive a European delivery address, which you can use when placing your order.

3. Alternative payment methods

Some shops may offer alternative ways to pay:  
- PayPal – if your account is linked to an international card, the shop may accept it.  
- Store gift cards – some stores allow you to top up your account with vouchers and pay using them.  
- Cryptocurrency or local systems – in some cases, you can pay via Apple Pay, Google Pay or Klarna.

How does Shopogolic help with your purchase?

1. You find the item in any European online shop.  
2. Submit a purchase request on our website.  
3. Shopogolic pays for the item and receives it at the warehouse.  
4. You choose a delivery method and send the parcel to your home.

Thanks to Shopogolic, you no longer need to worry about payment issues or restrictions from online shops.  
Enjoy convenient access to your favourite products from Europe and the USA!