ALIBABA SHIPPING & CUSTOMS FEES

How much does it cost to ship an order from Alibaba when you first get started? The answer is sometimes a little surprising.
Purchasing items from overseas suppliers is a fantastic way to maximise your purchasing power. Most of us know that when we purchase goods from another country, shipping costs are going to cost us extra, and some of you may also know that additional customs duties will cost you extra (typically ranging from 2%-6% depending on the item). But what you might not realise is that there are other hidden costs in there - like taxes. Yes, even for items coming into the SA, customs duties and taxes still apply. In this video I break down exactly how much all the fees cost me, so you can have a better understanding of what to expect when purchasing products from overseas.*You'll probably need your calculator ready for this one!
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[@elelightphophi]

If you are still struggling to buy on Alibaba/1688 Or you want me to buy for you and ship to your address Join my Alibaba Masterclass from as little as R120, Email ☝ above in the description box.

[@modikiramaisa4619]

I want you to buy for me

[@annienbotha6166]

Don't want to be negative here, but recently was scammed by reputable seller on Etsy, which I thought was a safe site. My R2000 goods never arrived. Etsy only came up for their seller. (In the end did refund me some money in credit on their site but not much). So I'm soo scared now to import, although you make it sound so easy and exciting. I will take up the courage and try again. Thank you for sharing your personal figures. I admire you for really trying to help..

[@elelightphophi]

Scammers Are all over we just have to be extra cautious.

[@glynnisarendse1037]

It's best to pay your own customs especially if it's for personal use. Agents do not always use the correct formula rather a flat general rate, you will need a clearing agent in SA.

[@elelightphophi]

Thanks for the tip, I have done both and there was no difference.

[@VisionaryTech]

If I ordered a tech product (phone) for R3000, please may I ask if you believe that they might charge me over R1000 for customs 🥶?
The box is small and weighs 0.5kg

[@elelightphophi]

☺️☺️Why me😭😭? I don't think you will,but your shipping agent can help you with in-depth info regarding customs, I only know enough on customs also go to sars website and read through on customs.

[@celestem.1699]

What would you say is an expected shipping fee cost for MOQ of plastic products? I am being quoted R2000+ but not sure if this is standard?

[@thetoleshaba8353]

Hi, I'm being told about SAHPRA and customs in SA. Do you know anything about that?
I'm waiting for shipping

[@anythingselected]

How much was those seats in south Africa and how much did you save?

[@elelightphophi]

They are not sold In South Africa only Mercedes Benz provide them with a car .

[@ladyfii]

Can you share shipping agent name?

[@foreverlearning1299]

Ms Ele, did you use a sourcing agent for these seats or is it one from alibaba?

[@elelightphophi]

Alibaba

[@Newagenesis]

how car seat did you buy?

[@elelightphophi]

On part 2

[@keneuoemarite8290]

If the sample is not what you are looking for, do you send it back to the supplier?

[@elelightphophi]

If you want to,thou I think the cost of sending it back will be more than your initial cost.

[@ultraspecs3640]

Please help what is the best shipping agent you recommend

[@elelightphophi]

I don't have a specific agent I shop around each time I buy, please refer to the "how to find shipping agent on Alibaba" video it might help.

[@luckyikaneng7038]

hello just need to know wch suppliers can you recomment from china regardless of the products pachased thanks

[@elelightphophi]

Hi, I don't recommend suppliers since we all sell different things, but I have 2 videos of suppliers I have previously worked with.

[@luckyikaneng7038]

@@elelightphophi so wich is best manufactures or suppliers

[@luckyikaneng7038]

which video are those can you specify

[@sbusisomashava4517]

Qty of the products please

[@elelightphophi]

🙆On Part 2 please

[@babalwahamnca4840]

Hi please share the shipping agent you talking here.

[@babalwahamnca4840]

The contacts of the shipping agent

[@elelightphophi]

When or If I am ready to do so I will make a video on that but right now nope. For reasons that I always mention on my lives.

[@aderonkegrace]

@@elelightphophi kindly let me know when you share it

[@Etienne8841]

If I may ask, why dont you just use Fedex door to door Shipping?

[@elelightphophi]

I do use FedEx

[@Etienne8841]

@@elelightphophi How is a agent used when you use Door to door Air express shipping ?

[@elelightphophi]

Please refer to "How To find A Shipping Agent" video it might help.

[@jaceduck625]

Where you able to make profit on this transaction

[@elelightphophi]

It was a personal purchase

[@jaceduck625]

😅

[@ZothaZ]

Hey sis please check your DMs on your Instagram

[@elelightphophi]

Hey, I did.

[@sharonmotshwanedi3824]

What is your handle on IG? i want to follow you

[@elelightphophi]

@@sharonmotshwanedi3824 it's "elephophi" also double check in the description I've inserted the links. Thanks