Forwarding is a service that gives you a virtual address in another country (for example, Spain, Germany or the USA). You use this address when placing an order, and your purchase is then forwarded to your actual address.
Forwarder, forwarding service, and parcel forwarding company provide a local warehouse address, receive accepted goods and forward them using available international services.
Why It Makes Sense — Even If That Brand Exists in Your Country
Online stores often set different prices for different countries — this is known as regional pricing.
Many factors affect the final price:
– average income levels,
– tax regulations,
– shipping and operational costs,
– exchange rates,
– the brand’s local pricing strategy.
This means the exact same product can be significantly cheaper in Spain than in Eastern Europe, Georgia, or outside the EU.
That’s why many people use forwarding services — to access better prices by ordering directly from the most cost-effective region.
Historical illustration from the original article, not a current quote: the same Zara dress was compared at:
– €109 in Spain
– €129 in Italy
– approximately €144 in Georgia
Regional prices can differ, but compare the total purchase cost, including seller delivery, forwarding, services and applicable import charges.
What Can You Order Using Forwarding?
Forwarding can be used for accepted products such as the categories below. Individual goods may be restricted:
– clothing, footwear, accessories
– beauty products and fragrances
– electronics and gadgets
– books, homeware, children’s items, vitamins and more
Check the seller’s delivery terms, warehouse acceptance, carrier limits and destination import restrictions before paying. Perfumes and liquids require an available ground route and are limited to 1 litre per parcel.
How Is Forwarding Different from Using a Personal Shopper?
Personal shoppers (also known as buyers or “resellers”) are individuals who buy items on your behalf, often manually and via messaging.
Services and fees vary between providers. Compare the purchase process, support, responsibilities and full cost before choosing.
A forwarding service is a transparent, official solution:
– you choose and buy the item yourself
– you can use a purchase assistance service if your card doesn’t work on the shop’s website
– you receive receipts, tracking and control
– compatible orders at the same warehouse can be combined, subject to packing and delivery limits
It’s simple, reliable, and often much more economical.
Where Do Forwarding Services Operate?
Shopogolic, for example, offers warehouse addresses in:
Spain, Germany, France, Italy, the United Kingdom, Poland, the USA and China. Check the current warehouse list and the route before buying.
This gives you access to regional online shops, exclusive discounts, local clearance offers and items not available via international shipping.
Is It Safe?
This is a common concern for those who are new to forwarding.
Shopogolic is a legally registered company operating in Europe.
We run real warehouses, use verified shipping processes, offer parcel tracking, a personal account, and dedicated support at every step.
You can monitor all actions, track your parcel, and contact our team if needed.
Register now to start your global shopping adventure!
