but it was a surprise of a lifetime when i received a notification from the Air Mail section of our local post office stating that I have a package due for claiming. The PO opted not to deliver the package because it weighs 5.41 pounds. but as a rule, all local mails/package should and would be delivered directly to the shipping address according to the PO officer.
Wow!!!
I checked the package and it was mailed by Royale Logistics Philippines Inc. on behalf of Amazon. And because it's considered a local mail, no customs fees would be imposed to the receiver.. Wow again!!!
hi.. is it okay if you share the contents of the two packages.. pfcsabre? :)
ill risk my LOTR ROTK Giftsets and other December releases.. text kita brod baby.. baka makalusot.. :) i think, Royal Logistics covers for customs taxes ala JAC style. :)Let's wait for more testimonies from our fellow members.Sana hindi mahalata ng taga post office.if this keeps going smoothly.mas maganda at mas mura for all of us. :)
I pre-ordered again at Amazon. I hope this time it gets delivered straight to my house like yours hemisphere. ;D
i wish you all the luck fellow collector. my sis told me about this news re Royale Cargo being bought by DHL/Deutsch Mail. just cant confirm if its the same company i.e. Royale Cargo.
DHL is the official courier of Amazon for Philippine shipments. :)
I just got my LOTR-FOTR gift set from the Makati PO a while ago, after going through their records. Unfortunately, the package was taxed since there's no indication that the package came from Royal Logistics, but there is a Deutche Post AG tag. :(
Now I'm worried about my other incoming orders... :-\
The computed tax was 1,300+ :)
The computed tax was 1,300+ :)
yeah! makati post office is notorious for onerous taxes and duties, so stay away hehe >:( ;D
After my disappointment yesterday about my Amazon package, I was surprised when my other 2 orders (Hellboy Gift set and another LOTR-FOTR Gift set) were delivered just minutes ago straight here at the office. This time there is a Royal Logistics sticker in both boxes. I'm now a happy man! :D
I just made my first Amazon order.. ;D was finally convinced by the posts about the Royal Logistics delivery...
My order from Koreandvds shipped 3 weeks ago wala pa rin :( I went to the post office in Alabang this afternoon to check & what they told me was super stupid talaga - the mail & packages they get are just forwarded to them by the Las Pinas office (understandable) :-\ So I asked when they were expecting the next batch of mail from the Las Pinas office - ito yung stupid part - hindi nila alam! The old guys manning the desk checked their logbook & even pointed to an entry dated Oct 28 - yun daw yung last time na nagpadala yung Las Pinas sa kanila so try ko raw sa November 28 or pumunta na lang daw ako sa Las Pinas office to check... haaay naku... sir keating! hindi ba counted ito sa mga chargeable offenses against government officials - gross negligence? >:( ???
By the way... any of you from Alabang expecting packages from Amazon? May 3 boxes ng Amazon doon sa Alabang office... ;)
bro. medyo OT yung Koreandvds post but i symphatize. for the record, i have lost so many LE's in Las Pinas PO so you guys may want to rethink your shipping destination. and oftentimes being questioned (until now) kung drugs ang nasa loob ng dvds ko.. nice work but.. nyerk..
anyhow, some members have shipped their star wars dvd sets to muntinlupa PO. you may check star wars thread, bro. and yes, it was delivered straight to their houses..
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Sorry out of topic mods.....i'll try to consult your problem jeckjeck and see what I can do....as what hemisphere said notorious na pala talaga Las Pinas P.O. Next time maybe you should change your shipping option.
I sympathize with you because its our hard earned money what we spent on dvds....
jeck jeck, nice seeing you also..
from experience, you need to be present during delivery. but when a credible person/representative is available (i.e. relatives), baka ibigay na rin. ayaw ibigay sa helper namin dati.
enjoy your amazon experience..
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Thanks sir... looks like I would need to stay home on the estimated delivery dates they gave when I made my order... :P
Question again:
If I set up delivery through JAC for my Amazon orders, how can I have Amazon deliver to JAC in the U.S. when my delivery address needs to be the same billing address of the credit card I am using? ???
Thanks keating! So even if they say na the shipping address has to be the billing address of the credit card, pwede sa ibang address. The credit card transaction will still go through? Masmabilis through JAC versus Royal Logistics? Cheaper? ???
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Pinapaiyak mo naman ako keating... huhuhuhu :'( Excited kasi ako to get the Seinfeld dvds... :-[
By P1800, are you refering to the shipping cost or some additional costs? I paid a total of $14.99 for the 2 Seinfeld box sets which is about P850.00.
Haaaaayyyy... what problems should I expect with DHL then? BAD TRIP!!!
Malas yata talaga ako sa mga online shopping.... :(
Chin up bro....its just a small problem compared to my current problems..... ;)
Thanks keating & hemisphere... I received a tracking number via e-mail from Amazon yesterday just did not read thru the entire e-mail... I'll probably check my Amazon account later... :(
I did get a confirmation e-mail from Amazon that they already shipped my Seinfeld Seasons 1-3 box sets yesterday via expedited air delivery. ETA is from Dec 1 to 7 - that will be my first delivery from Amazon to Manila. If all goes well with Royal, I'll stick to having them delivery directly to Manila. I paid about only $14 for expedited air delivery for the 2 box sets.
hey.. it seems that Amazon would not be shipping via Royal Logistics this season.. my order (placed Nov 11) has not arrived yet. longest waiting time for me... any updates on your orders..
Nakup.. Madadale ang LOTR gift SET order ko pag nagkataon..
??? ??? ???
Mine too.My orders haven't arived yet.I have a bad experience last time.I have to pick up my package at the local post here in pasay city.And paid for the tax.hindi diretso sa bahay :(
My order was shipped last Nov. 18 thru standard airmail international. Until now wala pa rin. Jeckjeck expedite shipping yung sa yo right?
It should arrive within this week..... if my order comes first...then its hit and miss for Royal Logistics.
updates:
GOOD NEWS
got my spiderman 2 giftset today. delivered to our home. date shipped nov 27. date received dec 8. delivered via Royal Logistics. :)
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updates:
BAD NEWS
previous orders shipped nov 11. no signs of delivery til now. :( replacement shipped by amazon via expidited shipping option.
number1, make sure you report the incident to amazon. the allotted time as per policy is shorter than the delivery estimate placed in your account. once emailed, Amazon would either opt to send a replacement or ask you to wait a little more. Placing a free gift message always do magic for me.. starting with.. hope you receive this free gift...
email them, they would be happy to assist you. but be patient.. 8)
My order was shipped on November 16 via regular International Shipping. I got a parcel notice today but not from Araneta Center Cubao Post Office but from the QC Central Post Office near East Avenue. I plan to pick it up tomorrow.
I don't know if this is good news or bad news. :(
As to Edgar's question, if it's the standard shipping, yes, there is no tracking no.
By the way, this shipped via Royal Logistics. I'm just wondering why QC Post Offices still don't send it straight to me like the others.
depends.. in my case, when the package is too big or heavy to be delivered, the mailman opts to leave it in the PO for claiming. this would ensure full protection and less liability for the PO in case of damage and lost..
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Good News!!
Amazon Standard Shipping Via Royal Logistics:
Items shipped on December 3, 2004
Item Received on December 10, 2004
7 DAYS!!!
WOW!!! Really fast....
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Ano ito sir hem? Standart International Shipping?
Omigosh! Mukhang on-line ako tonight! 7 days for standard shipping! Wow! I hope this wasn't just a fluke! ;D
unfortunately (for me), one of my orders (shipped november 11) has not arrived still.. :(
my order, shipped nov 11, just arrived. Via Royale Cargo Logistics too.. it was very much delayed.. ???
congrats jeckjeck.. are you sure you have to pay P30.00 to claim your package? is it common practice that PO collects P30.00 for storage or parcel fees for local mails? from experience, i was not yet billed for local mails/packages pick up.
is this a policy? anyone knows?
???
My order was shipped on November 16 via regular International Shipping. I got a parcel notice today but not from Araneta Center Cubao Post Office but from the QC Central Post Office near East Avenue. I plan to pick it up tomorrow.
I don't know if this is good news or bad news. :(
mga chong, what would happen if they went to my house and no one is around to receive the package?
I am currently out of the country, I am expecting my mom to receive the package on my behalf. ala kayang issue dun? :) thanks!
It's ok as long as there's someone to receive the package. :)
Thanks Bro Jhun, :) what if alang maabutan? would they slip in a note for me to claim sa Post office? or just leave the package there? Layas din kasi ang mom ko e.... ;D
Buti na lang may Hemisphere sa Pdvd ;D ;D ;D
My Matrix Limited Collector's Set that was shipped last Dec 3 finally arrived. :)
The sad news is that it wasn't delivered by Royal Logistics, I had to get it from the post office where I was charged 1.6k worth of taxes. :(
hey all. just wanted to share my experience.
i ordered a boxset from amazon last dec.13 and it was shipped dec.14. it just arrived today via royale logistics phils. :) i only had to pay the alabang P.O. 30 pesos! sweet!.....
hey all.
just wanted to share my experience.
i ordered a boxset from amazon last dec.13 and it was shipped dec.14. it just arrived today via royale logistics phils. :) i only had to pay the alabang P.O. 30 pesos! sweet!
i'd like to thank you guys for helping me take the online shopping plunge with your feedbacks on amazon and, of course, royale logistics. not bad for my very first order. :) hopefully all of our orders will go through them.
pinoyDVD rocks! you guys rule. ;D
Congrats animated! Was your order sent thru Standard Shipping or Expedited Int'l? My orders kasi were shipped Dec. 15 via Standard and delivery estimate given by Amazon was January 11 to 17. What was their delivery estimate to you?
Thanks!
thanks! enjoy your dvds. what did you order by the way?
I hope my orders arrive soon na rin!
I think the Alabang PO people are better at customer service than at the other POs. Maybe because they deal with a lot more foreigners or business people... We're lucky Alabang PO tayo... ;D
any feedback on Makati PO? especially the one near ayala avenue?
Makati PO Customs people charges TAX for DVD/CD orders containing more than 1 item.
My friend and I ordered the LOTR-ROTK platinum edition dvd separately. His order was shipped Dec. 18 via standard shipment, mine was shipped Dec 20 via expedited shipment. His order arrived Dec. 28. I'm still waiting for my dvd!! :'( :'( :'(
sir jhundv, even with royale logistics shipment?
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jhundv,
do you have any idea how much does the makati p.o. charge for the star wars trilogy to be delivered to your office let's say along ayala avenue only?
worry not.. mine was shipped earlier.. and no signs of arrival whatsoever.. delivery estimate for me (standard shipping) is january 27.. :-\
korek si bos redge, lakasan mo loob mo. mine was shipped dec 3!!! wala pa rin :-[ :-[ :-[
Got my LOTR ROTK Collector's Gift set last Tuesday via the QC PO.
It was shipped last Dec 18th. It arrived in a gigantic box that they placed in a mail bag.
The mail bag charge is now P100.00. No taxes paid!
hmmm... napakainconsistent talaga ng Amazon/Royale... Dec 9 shipment wala pa, Dec 18 dumating na... Mine was shipped Dec 15 but wala pa... yung kay animated shipped Dec. 14, arrived Jan.3 ... ???
my ROTK EE was shipped dec 9 via standard shipping and i got the arrival notice last thursday. picked it up friday afternoon at the QC PO and didn't have to pay a thing. just wondering, though. had an order from koreandvds that arrived just before christmas and i picked it up at the araneta center PO. i used the same mailing address. weren't both orders supposed to arrive in one PO only?
it was just the EE. now my problem is getting the box for all three EEs. :)
My order arrived last friday, Jan 7, exactly 5 wks after the confirmed shipment. Delivered by Royale Logistics, buti na lang iniwan sa gate guard ng subd. namin :D
nakup.. ako na lang ata ang walang LOTR ROTK. i checked our PO this am (both international parcel and local mail section) and wala pa nga raw. weird!
package includes LOTR ROTK gift set and one ROTK EE.
my other orders placed recently arrived already. tsk tsk tsk. got three more weeks to wait.. :-\
Today is the last day(Expected deliver Jan 4-12 on Expedited Deliver) I'm supposed to receive my LOTR-ROTK EE, which is still nowhere in sight. Checked with the pasig post office yesterday and was informed that no amazon package has arrived yet. :'( :'( :'(
I have already received my december 31st order. it arrived last week :)
Whaaa!? Dec 31? Mine were shipped Dec 15 eh... Hmmmm... ???
Y_meeh, were yours shipped Standard or Expedited?
Update naman guys! Any of you received your December orders already? Mine hasn't arrived yet. Medyo kabado na rin ako since last day of delivery estimate is Monday...
telemachus? hemisphere? ???
Hemisphere dude that's another battle to speak of. Your decision is good better limit yourself to the Limited edition releases baka na-delay lang yung mga pending orders mo or something is wrong in our postal mailing system.
you may check the link:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/contact-us/cancelling-changing.html/103-8101552-9453463?
good luck..
compaq.. keep your fingers crossed. i might be wrong though.. the only basis for the distinction of BTTF version 2 is the sticker which says V2.. the one i received has none.. have not opened the dvd set cause ill be shipping this back to amazon US.
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naku mas matagal pa pala yang syo. gd luck satin :) cge ill check mine sa post office. Thanks again.
is the royale logistics delivery still being practiced to date?
is the royale logistics delivery still being practiced to date? as in no customs charge?
By the way, there is a P538.04 customs fee which was automaticlly charged to my credit card. This is regarding my post above. I guess mas ok na yan kesa wala.
that's a first! edgar23, was it charged in dollars and converted to peso or peso na talaga? also, who charged it, Amazon.ca? ???
By the way, there is a P538.04 customs fee which was automaticlly charged to my credit card. This is regarding my post above. I guess mas ok na yan kesa wala.
Is it safe to orer from Amazon marketplace? I mean yung mga second hand dvds? Do they follow the same payment process as the regular Amazon site? ???
By the way, there is a P538.04 customs fee which was automaticlly charged to my credit card. This is regarding my post above. I guess mas ok na yan kesa wala.
guys, opinion/suggestions niyo sana with this toy. my friend is planning to buy this & wants this asap. what's the best option? how about tax issues? ::)
transformers 20th anniversary optimus prime
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B0001206P6/qid=1109821216/sr=8-1/ref=pd_bbs_1/103-1819135-2492659?v=glance&s=toys&n=507846
thanks!
Got my Schindler's List Collector's Gift Set from amazon at QC Central PO at NIA road....I didn't have to pay anything. This was shipped last Feb. 12 via expedited intl. shipping. ETA was Feb. 28 - Mar. 8. I received the postal notice (considered local small package) yesterday. The package has the stamp of Royale Logistics Phils. They mailed it from the Pasay Central PO last Feb 22 via P80 speed post and stamped received by QC PO last Mar. 2. Picked it up this morning around 8am. The lady in counter 37 was nice and just handed me my package. She just reminded me that if the declared value exceeded $50 it would be taxed. Declared value on my package was $36. Even the customs man was in a jolly mood...I was in and out of the PO in less than 5 mins.
Got my Schindler's List Collector's Gift Set from amazon at QC Central PO at NIA road....I didn't have to pay anything. This was shipped last Feb. 12 via expedited intl. shipping. ETA was Feb. 28 - Mar. 8. I received the postal notice (considered local small package) yesterday. The package has the stamp of Royale Logistics Phils. They mailed it from the Pasay Central PO last Feb 22 via P80 speed post and stamped received by QC PO last Mar. 2. Picked it up this morning around 8am. The lady in counter 37 was nice and just handed me my package. She just reminded me that if the declared value exceeded $50 it would be taxed. Declared value on my package was $36. Even the customs man was in a jolly mood...I was in and out of the PO in less than 5 mins.
Got my Schindler's List Collector's Gift Set from amazon at QC Central PO at NIA road....I didn't have to pay anything. This was shipped last Feb. 12 via expedited intl. shipping. ETA was Feb. 28 - Mar. 8. I received the postal notice (considered local small package) yesterday. The package has the stamp of Royale Logistics Phils. They mailed it from the Pasay Central PO last Feb 22 via P80 speed post and stamped received by QC PO last Mar. 2. Picked it up this morning around 8am. The lady in counter 37 was nice and just handed me my package. She just reminded me that if the declared value exceeded $50 it would be taxed. Declared value on my package was $36. Even the customs man was in a jolly mood...I was in and out of the PO in less than 5 mins.may I remind that you don't have to pay any customs tax if it's via Royal Logistics. So the Customs Examiner don't have to charge you anything.
may I remind that you don't have to pay any customs tax if it's via Royal Logistics. So the Customs Examiner don't have to charge you anything.
hey all.
i just noticed something fishy in the amazon shipping rates page. (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/browse/-/596188/ref=br_bx_c_1_3/103-7075426-2831825)
from what i remember, the standard international shipping took around 10-16 business days before, now it says 11-40 business days. i checked the shipping confirmation e-mails fro amazon of my previous order and it says that it's 10-16.
is it just me or has it always been 11-40? ???
may I remind that you don't have to pay any customs tax if it's via Royal Logistics. So the Customs Examiner don't have to charge you anything.
Hi. I hope it's still ok to post here even though the last post is a few months old already. I just got my amazon package from the QC CPO and it was sent via Royale Logistics. It does cost above $50 ($79.98 to be exact), but I read from the posts here that any package sent via Royale Logistics is considered as local mail and should not be taxed. But the lady at the releasing counter asked me for a P1,200 customs tax! I'm not really a haggler so I just said that I only had P500 (and I really did have only 500) and she accepted but said that she cannot issue a receipt for it. My question is, if the amazon package sent via Royale Logistics can legally be considered as local mail, is there any agency or office where we can submit a complaint if we are taxed for it? An honest one preferably. I wouldn't want to give my complaint and be "taxed" for it :)
read the whole thread. :) i was kind of tempted to buy the amazon bargain dvd's but was reluctant since this would be my first time.
of course, i'll need to create an amazon account first. then place a dvd order and enter my precious credit card number. i'd be choosing int'l. standard rates?. verify amazon price and shipping costs. wait for 3-5 weeks upon placing an order. hope that royale logistics would deliver the order at my doorstep.
anything i've missed? :)
btw, any feedbacks on pasig post office?
many thanks!
But the lady at the releasing counter asked me for a P1,200 customs tax! I'm not really a haggler so I just said that I only had P500 (and I really did have only 500) and she accepted but said that she cannot issue a receipt for it.
Sounds like one of those corrupt government officials who continue to push this country down the drain. If I were you, I would have recorded her saying those thrngs thru a hidden cellphone, then asked her name afterwards. And if you're really brave, you could let her listen to her own voice, then tell her you'll file a complaint against her. For sure, she'll release your delivery to you no questions asked!
A friend from QC ordered books from Amazon and had it shipped to his office address. It arrived in two weeks and was delivered straight to his office. He also said that one should not order above $50 worth.
Has anyone from QC ordered from Amazon lately? What do you think of the advice above?
Mr. Hankey, what is the delivery estimate on your Nov.12 shipment from Amazon US? are Amazon's estimates accurate?
Mr. Hankey, what is the delivery estimate on your Nov.12 shipment from Amazon US? are Amazon's estimates accurate?
just ordered dvds worth below $50, using standard international shipping, to be delivered to my QC office address. delivery estimate is currently January 4, 2006 - January 19, 2006. we'll see how it goes.
btw, yung $50 limit for no customs tax, kasama ba dun yung shipping?
update: (nov.18)
amazon has sent me an email telling me that my order has shipped today. estimated delivery has not changed, it is still January 4, 2006 - January 19, 2006.
update: (dec.5)
i just received a notice from the quezon city post office at NIA road. i have to pick up the package from there.
slightly off topic: what's the best way to get to QCPO at NIA if i am at EDSA corner timog avenue?
from experience, yes, post office officials include the shipping cost in arriving at a custom tax rate. too bad, no form of explanation would get through their fixed senses.
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update: (dec.6)
i picked up the package at the QC Central Post Office this morning. the package had royale logistics markings on it. i didn't have to pay for anything, i'm not sure why. what was strange was on the package, aside from the amount i paid to amazon (items+shipping cost) which was $40.91, there was another shipping charge, which brought the total amount on the package to $50.91. the customs person told me that this time it was ok, but next time i will be taxed if the package goes over $50. who paid for that extra shipping charge? because i'm sure i did not.
question po.. pag box sets kaya, Royale pa rin ang delivery if ordered through Amazon US or UK? Kasi I'm planning to order some Friends All 10 Seasons and Sex And The City Collector's Gift Set from Amazon US and maybe Alias 1 to 4 from Amazon UK.. All of my past purchases (just started early this year) were coursed through Royale, delivered straight to the office.. Kaya lang I'm worried that they might have a different protocol being followed for DVD boxsets..Your lucky that all your packages are delivered strait to your office. Some of our members have to pick it up at their respective local post and were charged even it's via Royal. For me, If I order big items or box sets 50/50 ang chance na via Royal. sometimes i got a package (12*9*4) box pero its not via Royal. >:(
Appreciate any feedback po, kahit what you've experienced in the past regarding these things.
Thanks!!
apparently,even dvd's are not allowed to be shipped to us.bakit kayo,nakakapag shop naman,bakit eto nakukuha kong message:
*** We're sorry. This item can't be shipped to the country you selected. You can enter a different shipping address above, or you can remove the item from your order by changing its quantity to 0, then clicking the Update button. ***
Delivery estimate is March 20, 2006-April 4, 2006. Does this really take this long to arrive? or any chance that this will arrive earlier?
Amazon.com/Royale Logistics just broke their record shipping time with me. I received a couple of boxes within 7 days of ordering.Mine, too! My Jan. 31 order got shipped Feb 1 and arrived Feb. 7! BTW, this is just my 4th order since I tried ordering from here in Manila last November. Previous 3 orders arrived after 2 weeks from shipping date.
Shipments used to arrive between 10-15 days. The longest delivery time i experienced was 24 days.
I ordered 4 DVDs on Amazon.com just today (February 8, 2006), with a grand total of $49.87.
Delivery estimate is March 20, 2006-April 4, 2006. Does this really take this long to arrive? or any chance that this will arrive earlier? I also live in Parañaque, so does this mean that i have to go through my PO to get my package? I keep on reading this Royal Logistics delivery right on your doorstep, does my package qualify for direct shipping?
Thanks in advance.
:)
Just want to post an update on my order from amazon.com
My 4 DVDs where split into two shipments, both shipped on February 10, 2006.
Delivery estimate for both packages is February 27, 2006 - March 8, 2006. Hope to get these judt in time for my birthday, or even earlier. :)
Ok. I havent received my orders yet, and according to my account:
Your Orders
Order Date: February 8, 2006
Order #: 102-8522985-6013750
Recipient: Maruja M. Donato
A week before it said, Completed Orders. I dont know if this should alarm me or what. Estimated delivery date has not yet passed. March 8 pa. But, im a bit worried.
Where's my stuff?
:P
my order from Feb 15 already arrived last week.
sir, did you receive it through Royale or did you get it from your PO?
In Amazon.com, once international orders have been shipped from their end, the order is considered Completed (in the absence of tracking).
Royale! delivered direct. :D
Royale! delivered direct. :D
wrath, contents naman?
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shipping cost refund is good but im still worried until my dvds arrive. Hope to see them in the next few days.
:)
wala pa order ko. waaah. March 9 na. past the delivery estimate of March 8. :P
wala pa order ko. waaah. March 9 na. past the delivery estimate of March 8. :P
riverfan, i think your package is either delayed or lost. :(
either you wait for a long time or request replacement.
posted an order via expedited shiiping option..order placed last march 28....ill see kung gaano kabilis shipping nila... ;Ddon't do that bro. The standard shipping will arrive 1st. The expedited shipping will came late and will be under customs charges. For my case that is. ;)
don't do that bro. The standard shipping will arrive 1st. The expedited shipping will came late and will be under customs charges. For my case that is. ;)
will amazon.uk orders be delivered directly also? shipping address would be in ortigas ::)Nope. You'll have to pick it up in your local post office. They are not under Royal Logistics.
Nope. You'll have to pick it up in your local post office. They are not under Royal Logistics.
I am waiting for almost two months for my order to arrive from Amazon Germany... The only shipping method available is Standard Shipping.
Hi, what delivery method did you used?
I am waiting for almost two months for my order to arrive from Amazon Germany... The only shipping method available is Standard Shipping.
you may order fight club too at ultra low price.
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off topic question lang... how do i contact amazon in case of complains?
sea freight ang amazon canada.. so i guess you have to wait 2-3 months buddy.
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Anyway, if by chance you come across anybody selling realy cheap DVD boxed set of Crime Story Season 1, or Batman Begins, or Elvis Presley's Loving You, or the book Baking 9-1-1, or Planet of the Apes 14-disc Collector's Edition with Ape Head Bust, Narnia, I, Robot All Acess Edition, among others, please check carefully. It might be part of the "lost" packages.
:-X
sea freight ang amazon canada.. so i guess you have to wait 2-3 months buddy.
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8619232 :)
Guys, there are titles I love to buy...titles with multiple discs (e.g. United 93 2-Disc SE, unless the local distributor releases the 2-Disc SE of United 93), but, Amazon.com notes that "During shipping, discs in multidisc sets occasionally become dislodged without damage. Please examine and play these discs. If you are not completely satisfied, we'll refund or replace your purchase."If your not satisfied. Amazon will provide you the address on where to ship it and they will replace it with a new one. They will debit or credit ??? ;D your shipping cost to your credit card.
Anyone here ever received the discs in multidisc sets become dislodged? Is this applicable, only, to 3 or more discs set or is this, also, applicable to 2 discs set? Nakakatakot kasi...any advice?
If your not satisfied. Amazon will provide you the address on where to ship it and they will replace it with a new one. They will debit or credit ??? ;D your shipping cost to your credit card.
Thanks...will they still accept it, even after the seal has been broken?
Sometimes amazon will just send a replacement without asking you to send back the defective item.sometimes but not now. My past purchases that have damages. Amazon requires me now to return the item/s but they will pay it naman. :)
Guys, there are titles I love to buy...titles with multiple discs (e.g. United 93 2-Disc SE, unless the local distributor releases the 2-Disc SE of United 93), but, Amazon.com notes that "During shipping, discs in multidisc sets occasionally become dislodged without damage. Please examine and play these discs. If you are not completely satisfied, we'll refund or replace your purchase."
Anyone here ever received the discs in multidisc sets become dislodged? Is this applicable, only, to 3 or more discs set or is this, also, applicable to 2 discs set? Nakakatakot kasi...any advice?
Thanks...will they still accept it, even after the seal has been broken?
Eh di pre-order na ako ng Narnia (4-disc) and United 93 (2-disc)... ;D or wait ko muna kung anong version ng United 93 ang ire-release dito? ??? Oo nga pala, pano ko malalaman kung digipak ba o hindi ang packaging ng Narnia (4-disc) and United 93 (2-disc)? Kasi, di ako fan ng digipak eh...
narnia (4-discs), based on the pic that I saw, is in digipak. not sure about united 93 though... maybe you can email amazon's customer support and ask them whether United 93 2-disc se is in digipack or not. :)Tried it but amazon is not good in answering questions regarding packaging or any info regarding dvd's. They are like call center personel. mga taga India halos mga sumasagot. Try looking at international forums. They know it 1st hand kung anong packaging.
Sometimes amazon will just send a replacement without asking you to send back the defective item.
Tried it but amazon is not good in answering questions regarding packaging or any info regarding dvd's. They are like call center personel. mga taga India halos mga sumasagot. Try looking at international forums. They know it 1st hand kung anong packaging.
got an extra LOTR giftset because the one I got had minor damage. i was just asking for an extra argonauth but they just sent me a new giftset... free! :D that's why now i'm an amazon buyer :Pmy Matrix ultimate gift set has broken plastic case when it arrived, nireklamo ko, and they said they would gladly replace it, fortunately, wala pa stock and asked me kung ok yung refund....syempre refund na lang...ok pa naman yun mga discs ;D
this is what i dont like about their customer service. i'd usually ask for the packaging of the dvd but they won't have any idea :-\
You mean to say you could lie through your teeth (theoretically, that is) and they would still replace the "defective" goods?
Yes, and that's what worries me. I fear that potentially, if this is abused by other people in our country, the entire country might fall under a blacklist and they might stop shipping here completely.
Yes, and that's what worries me. I fear that potentially, if this is abused by other people in our country, the entire country might fall under a blacklist and they might stop shipping here completely. It's happened with other online shops, but mostly due to credit card fraud.That's what I always say to other pinoydvd amazon buyers. Please don't abuse naman Amazon. If it's really damaged. Insist in returning the damaged DVD's or anything that is damaged. They'll pay for it naman. Sige kayo. Pag ang Amazon binanned tayo, wala na tayo maoorderan. Way back 3 or 4 years ago. Nagreklamo ako for a little damage sa case lang. And they immediatelly replaced it free. Hwag nadaw ibalik yung damaged dvd. I didn't post this here because I wanna keep it a secret. Baka kasi may gumaya at iabuso. specialy sa mga lurkers lang dito. You know who you are. Yung mga magugulang. Please stop complaining even though hindi naman sira yung DVD. Para madoble lang at tapos ibenta. Tayo din ang maaapektohan. Please give Philippines a good and positive image. Last year nagulat ako when I have a big package from amazon via royal. An I Book laptop and an mp3 player. Sa labas ng box address ko but sa loob nakaaddress sa norway. I admit at 1st parang ayaw kona ibalik. It worth around 2k dollars. Pero I was thinking. Eventually they will trace the package to me at sigurado mababanned ako if I lie. So I e-mailed them regarthing the matter and they informed me to returned it and they will pay the shipping fee. Iwas na sa bad image malinis pa konsensya ko.
If ever it comes to that, I hope they reconsider for customers who've been loyal online shoppers with them since 1998 - back when the only items they carried were books and CDs. ;D
Kudos to Sir Baby for that honest job! ;D We in pinoydvd should be honest and reliable people. Dealt with a lot of people here and honestly lahat so far matitino kausap unlike other sites I know na yung mga taong ka-deal mo manloloko. >:(
Huwag naman sana... Sana people won't abuse the system...after all, I doubt Amazon is making a profit selling to us (Philipine resident), with the virtually free (Royal Logistics) shipping, my guess is that they take a hit for every sale they made. Here's hoping honesty is still prevalent in our society and let's not kill the goose that lays the golden egg... sorta. ;)
I ordered an item from Amazon.com last June 13 to an address in Muntinlupa. I waited until their estimated shipping time expired with no item arriving. They then sent me a replacement order via expedited mail last August 15. Up to now I have not yet received my order. What do I do now?Send it to an alternative address. Not in Muntinlupa.
This is the second time this has happened to me. Luckily on my first order last year the replacement order arrived 13 days after it was sent.
I suspect some bad elements in the Muntinlupa PO since I also ordered last July but had the stuff sent to an address in Makati and it arrived in exactly 3 weeks.
Send it to an alternative address. Not in Muntinlupa.
I actually thought of that when I was ordering my July order but since the replacement order of the previous order (Jamuary) arrived I thought that the lost one was a one time thing. My mistake was having the replacement of the current order (June) sent to MUntinlupa and not MakatiHave you tried visiting to your local post office to check if may dumating na package? Baka mga tamad lang ideliver yan mga yan. Tapos pag matagal na walang magclaim. They will will forfeit it to themselves.
Have you tried visiting to your local post office to check if may dumating na package? Baka mga tamad lang ideliver yan mga yan. Tapos pag matagal na walang magclaim. They will will forfeit it to themselves.
Well for this shipment no. I actually tried to do that for the order last January but as usual they denied they had any items and said for me to just wait. Nakasimangot pa nung kinakausap ko.
I wish there was some way that I can just have Royale do all the deliveries instead of it passing through Philpost.
Have you tried calling Royale Logistics to confirm if your package passed through them, coz Royale uses the Pasay PO when forwarding packages that they don't deliver.
My latest order of 2 dvds from amazon last august 2 via standard international shipping was shipped thru DHL Global Mail with delivery estimate of Sept. 26, 2006...on Aug. 15 (two weeks after my order was shipped) tinawagan ko yung Royale Logistics kung may natanggap silang package from amazon para sa akin...they said they got it already and na-forward na raw nila sa Pasay PO...i asked bakit di sila ang nag-deliver (I live in Quezon city) ang sabi nila di daw sila nagdedeliver (but reading from other posts here, they do deliver, di ko lang alam kung anong location) ...pwede ko raw i-pick-up (ganon daw yung ginagawa nung iba) kaya lang nga na-mail na nila so hintayin ko na lang daw...3 days after I got QC NIA PO's notice for my package...picked it up without paying anything...
Since you are using a Muntinlupa address dapat royale logistics should the deliver the package directly to you dahil nasa Muntinlupa rin naman yung office nila
It will be adjusted accordingly if the price gets lower and you'll receive a notification. You'll get charged once the item becomes available and ready to be shipped. This happens to me on my recent pre-order of United 93.
Will I be paying any customs duties if I buy a few items which has a value of $49 + shipping?
Yes. For some reason I cannot fathom until now, customs duties locally are computed WITH shipping.
My last Amazon purchase that arrived at the QC PO had everyone there laughing, since the total cost was $49.92. They even passed it around, with, "Ang galing o! 8 cents na lang" comments.
I was just wondering if you bought an item from an Amazon reseller (on those pages created by a seller), who charges your credit card? Amazon or the seller? I trust Amazon with my credit card details but not with anonymous resellers.
And these resellers uses their own shippers (not Royal Logistics) I presume? So the chances for local custom duties are higher?
Thanks Firewired and Mr. Hankey for your replies. My taste in movies is oftentimes niche genre or quirky movies that oftentimes Amazon don't carry but resellers do...
I plan to pre-order an item which will be released in November. It's currently about $13.00 but there is a chance that the price will go down before the actual release date. So if I use a credit card will it be charged at the current price of $13.00 or will it be charged when the item is actually shipped (which could be lower)?
Yes. For some reason I cannot fathom until now, customs duties locally are computed WITH shipping.
My last Amazon purchase that arrived at the QC PO had everyone there laughing, since the total cost was $49.92. They even passed it around, with, "Ang galing o! 8 cents na lang" comments.
Here's an email from amazon.com:
Greetings from Amazon.com.
We thought you'd like to know that the price of your pre-release title went down between shipment (the time we charged you) and the release date, and that we saved you some money! Since your item was covered under our
Pre-order Price Guarantee, you automatically received a refund.
Pre-ordered Grey's Anatomy Season 2 from amazon.com and their preorder price was $3 more than the actual price when it was released. So they notified me thru email that they will facilitate a credit refund to my credit card. COOL!!!
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MY last ORder Summary:The problem is not within pasay but at your local post office. All packages from amazon are sent from royal to pasay city PO and then to your local PO's
Date Shipped: August 15, 2006
Shipping Method: Expedited Shipping
Status: Lost again!!!
Royale confirmed they received the item and sent it to their "bagsakan" post office in Pasay August 22. I call the Pasay post office and they don't have it.
Score another one for the the Pirates of the Pasay Post Office: The Curse of the lost Amazon items.
The problem is not within pasay but at your local post office. All packages from amazon are sent from royal to pasay city PO and then to your local PO's
Well it's one of them. I also inquired over at my local post office. Wala rin. They even showed me their book where they let people receive and there were a few names there but not mine.pasay Po kasi is the main drop off point. The problem I can see here is from Pasay PO to Las pinas PO. MMMMMMMM. Call Royal logistics and ask when did they deliver it in pasay. I don't think the problem is in pasay. Pag sa Pasay lahat then I would never get all my packages and the same goes to Makati Q.C and others.
pasay Po kasi is the main drop off point. The problem I can see here is from Pasay PO to Las pinas PO. MMMMMMMM. Call Royale logistics and ask when did they deliver it in pasay. I don't think the problem is in pasay. Pag sa Pasay lahat then I would never get all my packages and the same goes to Makati Q.C and others.
Nakakainip. Pati-replacement order ata MIA. :P
summary of my latest amazon.com dvd purchase:
- order shipped via standard international shipping: sept.19
- notice received from the quezon city post office: oct.5
not bad, considering the big storm that hit metro manila last week. i was expecting a little delay. although there is a 35 pesos customs examination fee written on the notice this time, the last 3 packages there were none. my package is only worth 38.96 USD.
summary of my latest amazon.com dvd purchase:
- order shipped via standard international shipping: sept.19
- notice received from the quezon city post office: oct.5
not bad, considering the big storm that hit metro manila last week. i was expecting a little delay. although there is a 35 pesos customs examination fee written on the notice this time, the last 3 packages there were none. my package is only worth 38.96 USD.
that's odd, i haven't experienced that yet...cguro nabasa yong post ko.....my ordered items shipped just now... ;D ;D
my ordered items are in the "items shipping soon" status for four long days na. I emailed their customer service and it seems they give you an answer that doesnt exactly address the complaint...hmmmm....
good for you. in my case, im always charged P35 per parcel even if its value is only 5$ :) pwede na rin basta nakakarating ang goods
i picked it up this morning, and i didn't pay for anything again.
where are you located and what qc post office did you go to?
basta ba not more than 50 dollars no tax?
Hubes, if you still live in the same area, our packages go to QCPO along NIA road. They're never taxed if they're under $50.00 (including shipping), but at 50.01, they will tax you. Watch out also for separate orders that arrive on the same day - they'll total all your packages and if the total exceeds $50, they'll tax you.
Maybe subtitle has a different experience... sumabat lang ako sandali... ;D
i went to the post office along NIA road. yes, as long as the package is under 50 dollars, they will not charge you customs tax. but this is different from the customs examination fee of 35 pesos, that dench says he's being charged for every package. ako wala pa akong binabayaran.
Mr. Hankey, nangyari na ba sa yo yung two packages on the same day na over $50 yung total?
Thanks for reply Francis - right?
DVD_Freak, buti pumayag sila ng ganun, although in the first place, hindi dapat nila i-add up yun since they are clearly separate packages.
Do you guys order from amazon.uk or amazon.usa. or is it just the same.
I'll advise you not to purchase violent action films from Amazon UK, though, since the BBFC is strict with such content, and they really censor excessive violence from Hollywood films. Not even very neatly - the picture/music jumps, just like it does in local cinemas when the MTRCB gets scissor-happy.
Really? And I thought the British are more liberal than the Americans!
hello was wondering if one can call the royal logistics office to see if ones package arrived already or talaga have to go to the post office to check. If puede sa Royal meron ba kayo number? Sana puede sa Royal if they have office here para more convenient to just ask them ones order/tracking number with just a phone call away.
Last question which may be dumb and this has been confusing me before pa. On the address when it ask City, State/Province, and Country. Im still confused sorry but I live in Sta. Cruz, Manila Philippines, and confirmed with a lot of people that City is suppose to be Manila right? and State/Province is Sta. Cruz ???..But I think maybe it should be the other way around by the way they address it. City should be Sta. Cruz. State/Province is Manila???... So it will come out Sta. Cruz, Manila, Philippines diba .. Another of my confusion sorry about this. This has always been my problem when filling up something on the internet or whatever forms they have..In america its simple Houston, Texas USA (then zip code) tapos na...
Example John Go
123 Ongpin
Sta. Cruz, Manila
Philippines 1111
Diba dapat ganun like the above should be the correct one...kung City is listed as Manila it will come out
John Go
123 ongpin
Manila, Sta. Cruz
Philippines 1111
Sorry mababaw and elementary na issue but Im still confused with this because in America its simple lang
John Go
123 Fondren St.
Houston, Texas 1111
USA
Thanks brummie for the number think I will try calling tom. By the way sorry again guys for being so kulit I just have last question first time kasi ordering online, this is such a long thread I dont want to go back looking one by one sa response regarding this. My question is will amazon know if you already receive the package, Paano kasi if your stuff did not arrive in their estimated date, will you still be charged right on your initial purchase. I know they can reverse this if you just tell them you did not receive your package but what if your due date in your credit card is before the estimated date and you are already charged. I guess I really have to pay for it first before they will reverse it IF EVER my stuff did not arrive right? Just confirming thanks
Just got my package today for my last order of 2006.
Ship date Nov 2(US time)/3 (Phil Time)
Arrival date: Nov 13 (US) /14 (Phil)
DUration 11 days.
SO my last 3 orders have been averaging about 16 days duration from ship to arrival.
If you really do not want to be slapped with taxes, then I suggest have your shipping address in the Makati Business District or in Ortigas Center (if you work in these areas like myself). As per Royale, they personally delivered packages to this area regardless of the total price in US$.
brummie, how much did you pay for it, below $50 ba? and was it delivered to your house or did you pick-up sa post office?
Less than $50 and it was delivered to me. Personally I don't want to risk paying tax by going over $50. THat's why I try my best to fit as many items I can into one order. SO my bill usually reaches to $47, $48, $49
Silhouette, I also used to work in Makati and that's also the reason why I stopped ordering online way back 2 years ago. I'm now based in Ortigas Center (all of my orders since June of this year were personally delivered to me by their courier/messenger) and from my conversation with Royal thru phone, they confirmed this to me. I suggest that you called them first and tell them what building are you located so you can further verify.
Fyi also, I always call them on a Thursday to confirm if my package are already with them. They usually deliver in my address during Fridays.
Received an e-mail from Amazon.com today, notifying me that my orders, (1) Transformers: The Movie 20th Anniversary (2-disc); and (2) An Inconvenient Truth, has been shipped... ;D
Pls help
It'll be my first time to order from Amazon online. I don't know what to do.
I'm really eager to order DVDs. Pls... Thanks!
I want to ship it to my office at Ortigas or maybe at my house at Bulacan. which is better? Thanks!
waiting for 2 packages shipped November 24 & 27 addressed to Ortigas Center :)
hoping they deliver them directly :-\
Recently, I advised Amazon thru their Returns Center that I have one disc that has minor scratches in it. Of course I chose the replacement option. Originally, I placed that order using standard expedited. When they placed a new order for the replacement, I noticed that they defaulted it to the expedited shipping option, that is obviously much higher. It was also indicated that they are going to refund the original cost that was charged to my card and will be charged again for the new one.
Obviously, my question is, is it really supposed to be the shipping option that they should make for the replacement? I mean, they'll be refunding the original one which is lower. Although, from what others had said from this thread, they'll not require you to return the previous order (so I'll be having an extra copy for that matter), but... you know, it's not the point...
I think the RCE problem is circa 2004 pa yata... and most recent region-free players should play those discs... At least my cheap Samsung still haven't encountered any problems playing R1 discs...
From experience. All my orders of November and Deccember either make it before the New Year or First week of January. It's an advantage naman since hindi ka magpapakita ng Christmas season sa Post office. Iwas hingi narin sa mga post office/customs personel. :)No delay for me yet though the latest purchase ive had was shipped last 29th of November...received the items just now....8-9 days...maaga rin yun sobre nung regular postman namin hehehehe..... ;D ;D
No delay for me yet though the latest purchase ive had was shipped last 29th of November...received the items just now....8-9 days...maaga rin yun sobre nung regular postman namin hehehehe..... ;D ;D
Received an e-mail from Amazon.com today, notifying that my order(s) of (1) High School Musical (2-disc edition); and (2) Good Night, and Good Luck, has been shipped... ;D
It was delivered by our mailman and I charged only P35 by our PO.Something's fishy here. Royal Logistics paid local postage to have it delivered. I don't think the P35 is warranted if it was delivered...Wouldn't that be double postage?
I'm now going to abstain from purchases until January 1st, due to anticipated heavy postal traffic. Just online purchases, of course... ;D
No Narnia EE, no Walt Disney Treasures, No Talladega Nights, No Little Miss Sunshines...until the new year?
Chempo chempo talaga pag dating sa tax, and also depende rin sa post office. Dito sa Angeles City medyo maluwag sila, coz there are several times ive ordered more than 50 dollars...and doorstep pa rin ang delivery with no tax :).hi! first time ko dito sa forum, first time ko rin nag-order sa amazon kaya heto 4 na dvd title ang una kong na-iorder, umabot ng $60+ ang total, kung ganon meron ba akong babayaran na custom tax? i'm from angeles city too, according to munskie he ordered $50+ at doorstep delivered pa with no tax.
hi! first time ko dito sa forum, first time ko rin nag-order sa amazon kaya heto 4 na dvd title ang una kong na-iorder, umabot ng $60+ ang total, kung ganon meron ba akong babayaran na custom tax? i'm from angeles city too, according to munskie he ordered $50+ at doorstep delivered pa with no tax.the way i see it, angeles city PO determines the package if it would be picked up (with notice to pick up) or doorstep delivered is by bulk...not by price. Twice ive ordered a DVD giftset (ultimate matrix and harry potter 1 giftset), and both times, they had me picked it up, paid only P35. Many times ive ordered over the $50 limit, doorstep delivery na....and no taxes pa rin. Medyo maluwag dito kabalen.... ;D
date of shipment - dec 8,2006, estimate delivery- jan 18 - feb 2,2007. sana mas maaga dumating yung packages.
My latest order was shipped on Nov. 27 and I also haven't received it also. Probably the location of Amazon that made the shipment has something to do with it. Most of the packages that I received within two weeks came from their Kentucky office. The one that took 3 weeks came from Nevada.
the way i see it, angeles city PO determines the package if it would be picked up (with notice to pick up) or doorstep delivered is by bulk...not by price. Twice ive ordered a DVD giftset (ultimate matrix and harry potter 1 giftset), and both times, they had me picked it up, paid only P35. Many times ive ordered over the $50 limit, doorstep delivery na....and no taxes pa rin. Medyo maluwag dito kabalen.... ;Ddacal salamat kabalen sa paliwanag mo, the way you experienced it several times na walang custom tax here in angeles i hope na ganon rin sana ang mangyari sa akin and i also hope the packages will deliver much earlier than their estimate delivery.
I have orders placed and shipped December 3.....Im expecting them to arrive later this week...tingnan natin kung sinuswerte nga tayo...received the items just now...wala pa rin delays... ;D ;D
the day that im afraid of is near, which is the day my amazon order exceeds the estimated shipping date. if its indeed lost, its just my first. should i inform amazon on the day after or should i give them a week at least?
Hi Guys,
I'm not sure if this is the right forum but since my concern is related to an order from Amazon, I thought I'd post it here (my apologies to the mods).
Anyway, I ordered some audio discs from amazon and have addressed the package to my home address along Katipunan near Ateneo. A few days ago, I received a postal claim note but I'm not sure which branch of the Post Office I should go to as there is no indication which branch I should drop by. Anyway, my sister told me it could be the Cubao branch. Would this be the case? And if so, does anybody have an idea where the Post Office branch in Cubao is? I'd appreciate any information on this and thanks in advance.
JedTanner
Ateneo is in Quezon City. So Cubao nga most likely. The PO is in Araneta Coliseum on the Farmer's Market side.
nagplace uli ako ng order sa amazon last dec 15 ng 2 dvd title at pagkatapos na-received ko ang e-mail ng amazon na they experiencing difficulty processing my credit card na unang kong transaction sa kanila last dec 8 ito rin ang credit card na ginamit ko at no problem naman,naishipped na nga nila yung unang kong order,at na-iretry ko ulit itong credit card or nagtype ulit ako ng credit card number ko at again the same message uli ang nareceived ko, bakit kaya ganon ano kaya ang problema, nakontak ko na nga yung credit card company ko wala naman problema yung credit card ko, ilang beses ko nga inulit ulit iretry itong credit card pero no used, anong problema? gusto ko ulit mag-order sa kanila.
Talaga bro? Mine shipped Nov 24 & Nov 27 hasn't arrived yet :'(. I called Royale Logistics earlier to check. wala pa raw :-\
Hhhmmm....that's pretty difficult to tell. Di pa ba expired? How's your credit limit?thanks for responding my friend, ok na ang credit card ko na-shipped na nila yung order ko dec 17, nakakahiyang sabihin pero ang pagkakamali yung pagkakapost ko ng expiration date, oh my goodness....
A bit expensive but why don't you try muna your card locally. Kahit mga Php100 worth of purchases or a bit more so that you'll know if it's working or not.
It could also be the QC Main Post Office along NIA Road near East Avenue. I live in Loyola Heights and all my recent Amazon orders land in this PO (before I got them from the Cubao PO).
As for the Cubao PO, it's now along Aurora Blvd, in between the Aurora-Anonas Ext. and Aurora-20th intersections. It used to be at the Araneta Coliseum, then it moved to a placed between the old COD (now Puregold) and the Shoe Expo. When a fire broke out at that place, they transferred to Aurora Blvd.
hi! first time ko dito sa forum, first time ko rin nag-order sa amazon kaya heto 4 na dvd title ang una kong na-iorder, umabot ng $60+ ang total, kung ganon meron ba akong babayaran na custom tax? i'm from angeles city too, according to munskie he ordered $50+ at doorstep delivered pa with no tax.my mother received this 2 packages this afternoon at sa house delivered pa dito sa angeles city at walang ngang tax, bakit naman ganon? sobra naman maaga, after dec 25 raw ang delivery pagkatapos hindi pa man umabot ng pasko naideliver na, magic! magic talaga! sa packages meron sticker Royale Logistics Phils., Inc.
date of shipment - dec 8,2006, estimate delivery- jan 18 - feb 2,2007. sana mas maaga dumating yung packages.
my mother received this 2 packages this afternoon at sa house delivered pa dito sa angeles city at walang ngang tax, bakit naman ganon? sobra naman maaga
If you ordered $50 or less and have it shipped to Ortigas area, Royal Logistics would deliver it personally while the other I had it shipped to my place in QC near Ateneo. A postal notice arrived 2 days after my first package was delivered and I had to pick it up from the QC post office along NIA Road near East Ave. No taxes were asked as long as the package is worth $50 or less (inclusive of S&H). Cheers!
just ordered from amazon and had a Best Value Savings: -$5.00 on my order summary. is this a new promo?
What did you order?
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just ordered from amazon and had a Best Value Savings: -$5.00 on my order summary. is this a new promo?
How nice! Either way there's no tax :) How I wish I could say the same to the main Post Office in Malate. :-[
any best advice to give if one plans to order lets say 20 dvds?
Choose one of the following:
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7. Order them normally and bribe the post office's customs officer
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5. Order them normally and have them shipped to an obscure provincial address, one where the post office people can hardly speak any English and where they rarely deal with packages from the States.
To all: What's the highest value you had ordered that had not been taxed?
To all: What's the lowest value you had ordered that had been taxed? Tax, as in, custom levies, not the P35 storage fee/kupit.
I have 2 packages that are both shipped this morning, 7:30AM & 8:30AM Phil Time (Dec 17 3:30PM & 4:30PM US). Let's see if this will still make it before New Year here in Pinas... asa pa ako... ;)
Just received this two packages (shipped by Amazon on Dec. 18) this morning. I asked the messenger of Royale why there seems to be a slight delay and he said that they only received them only yesterday. I'm still glad it's not "lost" in transit during the holidays. :D
my order shipped Dec 22 came in today (ortigas address)
This year, I am going to follow Mr. Hankey and refrain from joining the Christmas Rush...
for $50 and up, they charge 10% of the total amount declared.
That seems like a very conservative estimate, based on previous customs duties they've computed for me in the past.
same here and whats even better is its delivered straight to my doorstep with no tax ;DWhere's here?
Shipping via JAC would mean more cost for you especially with packages from Amazon store. Please take note that Amazon usually ships your order in big boxes or in multiple shipments (for US destination). You will be charged volume weight instead of the usual rate given to PinoyDVD Members.
My suggestion is for you to ship your DVDs/BDs to someone who works or lives in Makati or Ortigas Areas for savings.
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My suggestion is for you to ship your DVDs/BDs to someone who works or lives in Makati or Ortigas Areas for savings.
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What is the usual rate given to PinoyDVD Members? Is there a difference in shipping cost when the person ordering lives in Davao or Cebu?
Sir,
You may search the Johnny Air Cargo thread in this forum and inquire. Discounted yung sa JAC when you are a Pinoydvd member.
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Some of X Files slim sets are currently selling $19.99 per season, got myselfy S1 & S2, shipped Jan 11. Hope i get it before the end of the month
I had two package shipped Dec.13 and 15 which haven't arrived. I am a bit anxious because my subsequent order from Dec 20 and 26 had arrived last week.
To all: What's the highest value you had ordered that had not been taxed?
my highest so far is $133.93, combi of DVD and books :) Shipped in Muntinlupa ;D
Amazon is the best. I ordered 2 HD DVD titles. Last Samurai and Batman Begins last January 26, 2007. It arrived straight on my doorsteps in Makati with no tax yesterday Feb 6, 2007. It was delivered by Royal Logistics. tahnks to Royal Logistics for the Hasssle Free service. :)
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hello just have a question, I have an order that says it will arrive on feb 6, I talked to royale and it havent arrived yet. Weird thing is my other order shipped the same day, I already got it...My question is how long do you guys wait as buffer before emailing amazon telling them the package has not arrived. So I guess if things like this happen I have to pay first and they will reverse later? Will they make another shipment? Thanks
Thanks Aeris... May harry potter pala sa amazon uk? Gano katagal yun?? how much ang price? Mas mahal ba??? Hehehe.. Gusto ko ng harry potter...
hello just have a question, I have an order that says it will arrive on feb 6, I talked to royale and it havent arrived yet. Weird thing is my other order shipped the same day, I already got it...My question is how long do you guys wait as buffer before emailing amazon telling them the package has not arrived. So I guess if things like this happen I have to pay first and they will reverse later? Will they make another shipment? Thanks
I ordered a DVD before December 25/06. Estimated delivery dates were Jan 10-25/07. I have already checked with the QC PO when I got my Yesasia order but they don't have it on their list. Guys, what should I do? Thanks in advance.
When did you order? December 25? Or much earlier? My order from December 19, 2006 has an estimated delivery date of January 30-February 15, 2007. (BTW, I already got it :) )
If it's much earlier, and it is past the estimated delivery date, then use Amazon support pages to let them know of it. If Amazon deem the package lost, they would send another package. If it's on December 25, then you should probably wait another week or two.
Sometimes package get misplaced by PO. My order from December 10, arrived in the middle of January but have a December postmark... go figure. I was just waiting for the estimated ship date to lapse...then to my delight, the package arrived...a month late, and in it was a fireplace DVD with Christmas tunes in the background. Oh well...
Don't know why but Amazon US estimated delivery date are a month or so, but Amazon UK is just little over a week...
My order of Jan. 18, Jaws - CE finally arrived on Feb. 21 via Mkti PO.
but my February 27 order from Amazon-UK arrived last Wednesday already.
In fact, I have taken a liking to R2 discs kasi many titles that Amazon US sells for a premium can be had for a song on R2.
my order of November 19 shipped November 20 havent arrived yet :-\ just called Royale Logistics, di pa kasama sa mga dumating yesterday :(
Sent an e-mail to Amazon asking them to send my future shipments via Royale instead of Philpost. Their reply was:
Please let me apologize for any inconvenience you may have
experienced as a result of this particular order.
We use a variety of carriers which we have found provide the best
service for our different shipping options. At this time, it is not
possible to request a specific carrier for your order.
Mukhang swetehan na lang pag Royale ang carrier na mapipili.
So based on this response by amazon I assume we cannot do anything regarding our preference to have royale logistics to be our specific carrier. Delays and custom taxes might be unavoidable IMO
Sent an e-mail to Amazon asking them to send my future shipments via Royale instead of Philpost. Their reply was:
Please let me apologize for any inconvenience you may have
experienced as a result of this particular order.
We use a variety of carriers which we have found provide the best
service for our different shipping options. At this time, it is not
possible to request a specific carrier for your order.
Mukhang swetehan na lang pag Royale ang carrier na mapipili.
If you look at the list of available couriers Amazon is using Royale Logistics is not included. Amazon is using DHL Globalmail when we choose standard or expedited international shipping to the Phils. From DHL it goes to Royale Logistics. Then Royale delivers the package directly if the address is in Ortigas center, certain parts of Pasig & Ayala center in Makati. All other addresses, Royale sends it thru Philpost. As was the case when I was using my home address here in Q.C., I used to pick-up my packages from the NIA office of philpost sent by Royale via speedmail from the Philpost's Pasay branch.
Like Sir munskie here, I had to say the wait is what's painful...without knowing whether it's in transit, lost, or about to be delivered...
I had to say the wait is what's painful...without knowing whether it's in transit, lost, or about to be delivered...
Like Sir munskie here, I had to say the wait is what's painful...without knowing whether it's in transit, lost, or about to be delivered...ok I will tell Royale and see what they say, I think this is a good idea, especially I think majority of us are holding back ordering more than say 50 dollars, because nga of inefficiencies of post office and we might be charged for custom taxes.
Many times, the item arrived at Royal and had been forwarded to PO, but PO will not deliver them immediately, or it get misplaced and goes undelivered until rediscovered. This happens to me on a parcel received by the PO last December 30 (postmarked) on that date, but delivered end January...
Or my Amazon order of February 11, which arrived at the PO (via USPS, not Royal) on February 26. I got the parcel notice March 13. Second Notice, but I didn't get the first notice.
Inefficiencies at the PO, that's why I hope Royal will switch to say Air21, where there's tracking. They could negotiate for better rates from Air21, after all they are paying the PO 35-68 pesos anyway depending on the size of the package. As stated, I believe most will even be happy to pay for Air21 shipping if it was available.
Moks, could you ask Royal if they could such a system even if we have to pay extra?
Ive just called up Mark of Royal....wala talaga yung name ko sa list nila....then told me na theres a shipment coming this day.....then will text me if my name pops up in the list........its possible daw na me shipment na hindi dadaan sa kanila.....if my feb 26 package didnt went thru them...so sinong courier nagdala nun? any idea guys? im also waiting for my march 6 shipment na rin....due na rin yun......so dalawa na delayed sa akin....I talked to Royale few weeks ago and they told me that the process is: most or all amazon that goes thru New York are the ones they handle. If you see (like what I have on one of my orders) your order coming from San Francisco or maybe other cities then those are shipped directly to the post office. It does not go thru them. I dont know how you can verify your orders but when it is not in the list of Royale then I think Amazon went thru other means.
;D ;D ;D Happy pa ko this morning.....
who knows, baka your happy disposition is a premonition of something.ngayon yung happy face ko nung morning is starting to mutate na..... ;D ;D
My last PO parcel notice arrived on a Friday, so waiting for the postman too (again)...
Unless they've changed their policy very recently, that doesn't work for international orders. Domestic (US) orders have no price printed, but international orders still print the price even if you indicate it's a "gift."
I've tried several times using "gift" to get away from local customs for more expensive orders, and it has always failed. ;D
munskie, natax ka ba?nope.......even if my orders have a overstated price of over a $100
The latest that I received from Royale was last March 1 for Final Fantasy VII Limited Ed and this was shipped by Amazon on Feb. 16.
However, the other, which is The Prestige, was shipped by Feb. 19 and until now it hasn't been delivered yet... ???
I received a claim notice here in my office last March 23 which has a postmark date of March 14. Just went in Pasig Central PO this morning and voila... it's my other package from Amazon that was shipped last Feb. 19. Just glad that it's below $50 and I just paid P35.mine was was shipped too from their Kentucky office. Ive already sent an email to amazon explaining them that the old process was better....I hope they would give me a satisfying answer....
This is the first time I received a package that was not delivered by Royale. And to think that Amazon had shipped this from their Kentucky office just like my other package that was shipped on Feb. 16. :-\ Why oh why? ???
Now I'm having second thoughts of ordering from Amazon with amount hovering above $50. It seems I'll be splitting some of pre-orders. Mahirap na at baka magbayad pa ako ng mas mahal. I don't mind paying P35, it's the traveling from my office to Pasig Central PO that I don't like doing...
Pulpol talaga sagot ng Amazon...I gave a detailed account of whats happening to my shipment, even stated that Im from the phllippines....but here's the reply....pulpol talaga
What's pulpol?kinda like dumb ;)
I received a claim notice here in my office last March 23 which has a postmark date of March 14. Just went in Pasig Central PO this morning and voila... it's my other package from Amazon that was shipped last Feb. 19. Just glad that it's below $50 and I just paid P35.
This is the first time I received a package that was not delivered by Royale. And to think that Amazon had shipped this from their Kentucky office just like my other package that was shipped on Feb. 16. :-\ Why oh why? ???
Now I'm having second thoughts of ordering from Amazon with amount hovering above $50. It seems I'll be splitting some of pre-orders. Mahirap na at baka magbayad pa ako ng mas mahal. I don't mind paying P35, it's the traveling from my office to Pasig Central PO that I don't like doing...
Posted by: MunskiePeter Pan?
My march 6 is also delayed.........under the old route......it should have arrived by now
If i may ask where was your previous order delivered before the Pasig PO? i'm having second thoughts ordering (ortigas address) because of the recent delays.
Well I should be filing a lost order mail to Amazon.com later in the day. The order was shipped Feb 23 and so far wala pa. It was scheduled to arrive last week but they said I should try to wait until the end of March 26 to see if it arrives. I gave them an additional day pero wala pa rin.Was it mentioned in their email which company handled your package that is missing?
Was it mentioned in their email which company handled your package that is missing?
RadicalDude, mabuti ka pa at your package from March 10 naidelivered na... mine from Jan.26, February 19, and 20 are all somewhere out there, somewhere except my home...
Nope walang specific company. All they wrote about shipping was:Your order was handled by IMEX (International Mail Express)
Further we're happy to provide tracking information for our
customers when possible, but IMEX deliveries do not have tracking
numbers.
Your order was handled by IMEX (International Mail Express)
http://www.intmail.com/
Mine was handled by Deutche Post.
Both are transferred to local PO yata. both are lost somewhere. :(
kt, Amazon Prime yata ang free shipping within the US. Amazon Prime has annual charges but if you buy plenty, then bawing-bawi. Prices are as stated on the time of your order (note: prices fluctuates often), plus shipping and handling plus local taxes, if any. The total is shown before checkout, and you can opt not to order. Yes, Amazon requires Credit Card.
The postman passed by earlier, but wala pa rin. Aaaaaaaarghhhh! Sorry mods, if I am turning this post into a status report on my pending Amazon orders, gotta vent my frustrations somewhere... ;)
Still nothing on my February 20th order. Grr!
Keeping my fingers crossed that my February 19 and 20 packages are with the PO now and that I will received the parcel notices soon... hopefully tomorrow...
My question now is, will they only be doing this if there's a complaint? Can we not make a request that shipment, for Philippines, always be handled thru DHL?
Ive sent an email again.........hoping Ill be more satisfied and not get a generic reply from their customer service staff........My march 6 is also delayed.........under the old route......it should have arrived by now, along with the march 12......my last, feb 26 almost took a month.finally, my march 6 and march 12 orders are in my possession...just picked them up at the local PO.....sakto sa long holiday break..... ;D ;D
Well Amazon will refund me for my first order so the only reason I will send the second order back to them is a sign of good faith and honesty to them.
If you are in the Philippines or somewhere in Asia, Amazon would prefer that you just keep or trash the extra copy because it will probably cost Amazon more money for the return mailing fee. That has happened to me and I live in Tokyo. So better sell or donate the extra DVDs and don't bother informing Amazon about your "luck".Just send it back. It will help build a good a good image for us. It will benefit us in the future. Insist on returning it to them. This will give abusive people an idea.
Finally, my order of Feb 18, 2007 arrived this week.. No tax on my $74 purchase..
May I ask which PO handled your order?
Anyone has an email of Amazon for feedback? Not the past-ship-date complaint form, kasi I only use that only when an order is past it's ship date. That way we can bombard Amazon with how PinoyDVD members feels about their 'new' courier...I think amazon already know the problem regarding the looooooong wait we endure for the packages to arrive. Bombarding amazon with e-mails may have positive or negative affects. Baka mapikon like other websites. "diba may korean site ata na binanned ang Pinas ?" I thing that they are still testing their new tracking system or baka may dispute between Royal / Amazon. Also baka unti unti nang ililipat sa ibang courier because or myny reported lost or delayed packages na sinasadya so amazon gave Royal the tracking system to know that the packages indeed arrived here.
Actually all of my orders from February 15 - present are still somewhere in limbo. I called Royale Logistics three weeks back and they told me 3 of my 6 packages are with them already and that they sent it via the PO. Unfortunately, until now, those have not arrived together with my other 3 which may or may not have passed through Royale Logistics. So can their tracking software track PO deliveries?
My next preorder ship on April 24th, now thinking whether to cancel it since all my other orders are still undelivered. I already have one past estimate date that Amazon had to reship, by next week a couple more will also be past due. I really hope those will arrive before then lest Amazon think my lost packages is not a result of their new delivery scheme but a fraudulent scheme.
That's one of my problem with Royale. The last mile problem, since they, unlike Air21, could not deliver to areas other than Makati/Ortigas business district. We all know how inefficient the PO is, so the tracking will show how many packages that arrive via Royale is lost in the PO, but without PO tracking, they can say that the intended receipient got the package when in reality they didn't.It's not Royals fault. It's the P.O.'s fault. Pasay P.O. is the drop site. All are sent via Pasay P.O. except off course Makati, Ortigas area. It may be under customs and not via Royal. Now, 8 out of 10 packages are under customs and arrived 1 to 2 months. Go to your local P.O. and check it out. It may be there and with dust. I hope that all will return to normal.
One of my deliveries from Royale was delivered by the PO a month late based on the postmarked date. And another that was send via USPS, arrived and I got the second notice 15 days after it arrived at the PO, again based on the postmark, problem is, I never got the first notice. So how could I know if my other deliveries are being held by the PO, then reported as unclaimed (even if they didn't send out notices) so that they could get the goods themselves.
I will be airing these complains to Royale in a week's time, if my packages have not arrived by then.
Buti na lang, April is a slow month for good DVD releases, so hoping that this will be sorted out soon before the torrents of good DVD releases...
It's not Royals fault. It's the P.O.'s fault. Pasay P.O. is the drop site. All are sent via Pasay P.O. except off course Makati, Ortigas area. It may be under customs and not via Royal. Now, 8 out of 10 packages are under customs and arrived 1 to 2 months. Go to your local P.O. and check it out. It may be there and with dust. I hope that all will return to normal.Maybe... but isn't that what Amazon paid Royale to do? That's why Amazon is going USPS, after all USPS go direct to PO as well, whereas Deutch > Royale Logistics > PO, is an extra step.
Anyone has an email of Amazon for feedback? Not the past-ship-date complaint form, kasi I only use that only when an order is past it's ship date. That way we can bombard Amazon with how PinoyDVD members feels about their 'new' courier...IMo I think this is where one of the problem lies..From Royal to Post office, but mainly post office. I think what royal can do as service is to notify the person that their packages are already forwarded to the post office. Royal and the post office should have a system so there wont be any lost packages or any long waits for these packages. I know the post office have lots of packages to deal with but 3 to 4 weeks just sitting in the Post office is ridiculous to me. The system is just so screwed up. Then when you get there they will charge you custom fees and duties. I already suggested (I think by you gadgetguru using air21) I havent heard from royale yet. I dont know what Royale will do about this.
Actually all of my orders from February 15 - present are still somewhere in limbo. I called Royale Logistics three weeks back and they told me 3 of my 6 packages are with them already and that they sent it via the PO. Unfortunately, until now, those have not arrived together with my other 3 which may or may not have passed through Royale Logistics. So can their tracking software track PO deliveries?
My next preorder ship on April 24th, now thinking whether to cancel it since all my other orders are still undelivered. I already have one past estimate date that Amazon had to reship, by next week a couple more will also be past due. I really hope those will arrive before then lest Amazon think my lost packages is not a result of their new delivery scheme but a fraudulent scheme.
IMo I think this is where one of the problem lies..From Royal to Post office, but mainly post office. I think what royal can do as service is to notify the person that their packages are already forwarded to the post office. Royal and the post office should have a system so there wont be any lost packages or any long waits for these packages. I know the post office have lots of packages to deal with but 3 to 4 weeks just sitting in the Post office is ridiculous to me. The system is just so screwed up. Then when you get there they will charge you custom fees and duties. I already suggested (I think by you gadgetguru using air21) I havent heard from royale yet. I dont know what Royale will do about this.Packages that are long overdue doesn't pass by Royal anymore. Its from Amazon To Imex to local international section of post office. If by Royal= Amazon DHL to Royal to local P.O. to our homes.
I also hope that Philippines will not be banned bec. of whats happening. This really sucks to me.
Just ordered Volver & Hellboy Animated: Sword of Storms from Amazon. This is the first time I ever ordered personally from Amazon, so I really hope nothing goes wrong...
gadgetguru, can I inquire what general area you're from? (Mandaluyong, QC, Pasay, etc.)
I think earlier on this thread, there were a lot of complaints regarding stolen packages sent to... Pasay, I think?
Thanks Moks, I gonna try JAC soon. This is Off topic... but do JAC delivery door-to-door in Manila or do you have to pick them up in one of their offices? I don't have the time to go to Megamall (the most accessible JAC office to me) every week kasi...I think JAC deliver door to door, with charge ata..But you have to ask them to be sure.
Okay lang if it took awhile. But the problem is they are getting past the due date na so I will have to file a complaint with Amazon. As stated, I am conflicted about filing them knowing that the package did arrive at Royale.
I'd stopped ordering from Amazon for now, all my shipments from April are reshipments. I would have stopped buying in March, but when I called Royale back then, they told me that some of my packages are with them, so i presumed that na-delayed lang ng PO...but then they never arrive.
I ones used JAC as an option before. Very good but I use to pay also over 10k of shipping charge specially on boxsets
Did I read that right... over Php 10,000 in shipping charges???That was 4 or 6 big boxes before that was full of DVD'S and box sets. Kasi sa JAC. If they receive multiple packages on different days. They will not consider them as one but multiple packages even though they will ship them simultaneously from NY to MLA. You'll still have multiple receipts instead of one. And also they compute it by weight not by volume or it's the other way around. I forgot. ;D
I don't think I'll be trying JAC soon, then.
The other orders are still in limbo.Very Off topic and Not related to DVD: I thought the Catholic Church has just abolished limbo (http://www2.ljworld.com/news/2007/apr/21/pope_says_unbaptized_babies_arent_limbo/) :)
Question: What happens if the replacement still fails to arrive? Is it appropriate to write Amazon once again for a replacement of the replacement??
Since then (2007):
January 26 - - Deutch Mail (Royal Logistics?) - MISSING - reshipped by Amazon April 1February 3 - Royale logistics-PO - Arrived.
February 4 - Royale Logistics-PO - Arrived.
February 11 - USPS - Picked up at PO.February 19 - Unknown shipper - MISSING -reshipped item received
February 20 - Unknown shipper - MISSING - reshipped
February 27 - Royale Logistics (nakalisted sa database nila) - Still pending - Estimate Ship date will lapse next week
March 6 - Royale Logistics - Still Pending
March 22 - Deutch/Must be Royale Logistics - Still Pending, Lapse May 17. told to wait until May 22.March 27 - Royale Logistics - Arrived.
April 1 - Royale Logistics (reshipment from January 26), Still PendingApril 18 - Unknown Shipper (reshipment from February 19),Royal Logistics, arrived May 03
April 19 - Unknown Shipper (reshipment from February 20), Still Pending
May 01 - New Order, USPS, arrived May 09
_______________Amazon UK - An order did not arrive and was reshipped. The reshipped package is past due na. and none of the two arrived.Arrived. May 05, 2007. stamped as misshipped to Bangkok, Thailand
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Magkano ba umaabot when you buy dvds from Amazon? Kasi I'm planning to buy the Dreamgirls 2-disc Showstopper Edition.. It costs $22 something... How much will it cost ba if I'll let it shipped to the Philippines?
I'll give you different advice from Lantis - if you buy, keep it under $50 (postage included) or you face being taxed over Php 1000 pesos at customs.
And I'll repeat: now is not a good time to shop at Amazon, since their shipping issues are not resolved. I've had problems with my last 4 orders, both from Amazon and even Amazon UK. :-[
ano ba rates ng johnny air now?
sorry sir Hankey, my Amazon orders has been consistently on the $100-$150 but I haven't been taxed yet, Royale or not ;D I have an incoming order shipped May 11, I'll let you know what'll happen ::)
$22 + $3.99 per shipping + $2.49 per title = $28.48 x 48.10 peso exchange rate (card rate) = 1369.88 ;D
If you're buying, buy in bulk (around 4-5 discs) para sulit yung shipping rate :)
It's really the luck of the draw. I've had a $200 order that wasn't taxed; conversely, I've had a $55 order that was. But when you go over $50, you take that risk.
Just wanna ask if anyone of you have bought electronics from amazon. I'm planning to buy an amplifier from them.
I have May 6 (US), 7 (US), 9 (UK), 11 (UK) shipments pending.
Pwede bang magbayad in cash sa Amazon? Kasi wala pa akong credit card eh.. I'm still a minor.
Not possible, butsoy, sorry.
Oh.. Too bad.. :'(ask for your parents/ate/kuya's credit card ::)
butsoy, PM me what items you're interested to order & I will see if possible as I'm handling orders from time to time at Amazon. ;)
sorry sir Hankey, my Amazon orders has been consistently on the $100-$150 but I haven't been taxed yet, Royale or not ;D I have an incoming order shipped May 11, I'll let you know what'll happen ::)
My April 13 Amazon UK order never arrived, and I already got a credit rebate.
Amazon UK April 13 order: It actually DID arrive yesterday! Wow, talk about ultra-delayed.
I'm waiting for my credit card statement. If I see the rebate on the statement, I'll email Amazon-UK and ask them to re-bill me again, since I did get the order, after all. And when they re-bill me, it'll even be cheaper than the initial price I was supposed to pay, since the dollar has fallen further since April. ;D
Just curious. When is the postmark?
Does Royale still deliver to an Ortigas address? recently ordered a set, shipped June 8
My order from amazon shipped last May 20 to my Ortigas address was received yesterday by Royale Logistics. Unfortunately, I learned that Royale stopped delivering amazon orders to the ortigas area . They sent my order thru the local PO: Pasay PO to Pasig PO. Another waiting game
QUESTION po: This will be my first time to order from amazon, theres a 2+1 BD sale, should i choose 3 titles na ba before checkout?
thanks ;)
I have a question. Lets say there is a sale ongoing now at amazon and I ordered a disc at their sale price and put it in my cart together with a preorder lets say July 3. So the whole delivery will by July 3 or onwards. Lets say the sale is over by tom, of course price will go back to original. My question is, when I already ordered the sale item, Will it revert back to the original price on my preorder because it will not be charged until July 3 (day of delivery). I want to maximize on the sale and credit card cutoff kasi. Thanks
I have a question. Lets say there is a sale ongoing now at amazon and I ordered a disc at their sale price and put it in my cart together with a preorder lets say July 3. So the whole delivery will by July 3 or onwards. Lets say the sale is over by tom, of course price will go back to original. My question is, when I already ordered the sale item, Will it revert back to the original price on my preorder because it will not be charged until July 3 (day of delivery). I want to maximize on the sale and credit card cutoff kasi. Thanks
I have a question. Lets say there is a sale ongoing now at amazon and I ordered a disc at their sale price and put it in my cart together with a preorder lets say July 3. So the whole delivery will by July 3 or onwards. Lets say the sale is over by tom, of course price will go back to original. My question is, when I already ordered the sale item, Will it revert back to the original price on my preorder because it will not be charged until July 3 (day of delivery). I want to maximize on the sale and credit card cutoff kasi. Thanks
Does Royale still deliver to an Ortigas address? recently ordered a set, shipped June 8
You should have received your orders by this time. Mine was shipped June 7 and I received them yesterday, June 14, here in the office (Ortigas Center). This is so far the fastest delivery I've got.
no word yet on my June 8 shipment :-\check your amazon invoice, if there's a tracking no. starting with GM, amazon used DHL Globalmail w/c means royale will get the package. Otherwise amazon used a different courier.
no word yet on my June 8 shipment :-\
Walang tracking info ang lahat ng order ko... where can you find that code? The printable Invoice found on Amazon?
Just received another postal notice today. While I am sure my zip code is printed on the label, the post office didn't notice and guessed my area [it's written 'try (my district)']. PO people not knowledgeable about zip codes?! ???
check your amazon invoice, if there's a tracking no. starting with GM, amazon used DHL Globalmail w/c means royale will get the package. Otherwise amazon used a different courier.
It's in the e-mail that you get when your item is shipped.Thanks. Panay USPS na ang gamit ng Amazon sa order ko, maybe because 5 or so of my orders that were coursed through Royale got lost somewhere in the postal system. Now, I have to pick up my orders at my local PO.
still waiting for my May 20 order consisting of the 2 Pirates of the Caribbean blu-ray discs that royale coursed thru philpost when they temporarily stopped their delivery service to ortigas 2 weeks ago. :(
Pasig PO now delivering to Ortigas Center address? Hmmm... hoping it's permanent and not an operational lapse on the side of the post office or maybe Pasig Central PO knows how to distinguish local from international mail since it was already Royale who acted as the sender or the one who posted the package.
My last 5 shipments' tracking # starts with GM, handled by DHL, delivered by royale logistics to an ortigas address.
(earliest was 14 days, longest was 19 days)
however my latest purchase shipped June 8 has a tracking # starting with AM ???
who do you guys think handled this one?
Just browsed the tracking number on all my shipment notification from Amazon and found out that the only one I claimed from the Pasig Central PO was the one with the AM in the tracking number. Everything else has GM and delivered directly by Royale. Fyi.
I believed those packages that has the AM do not pass thru Royale. That one package of mine was not on Royale's record.
Hi, Guys!
I ordered from Amazon early March 2007 amounting to USD99.58, shipped via Standard International Shipping and estimated date of arrival was April 16. As expected it didn't arrive on time. I only got a notice around 2nd week of May and to my surprise, I still had to pick it up myself. Doesn't Amazon deliver direct to the shipping address anymore? Much to my dismay, i was to pick it up in Pasig Central Post Office and not in Ortigas Center Post Office which is a stone's throw away from my workplace. Plus, I had to pay PhP1,500++ for whatever charges.I've been reading here that most of your packages are being delivered to your doorsteps by Royale Logistics, did you choose Standard International Shipping also?
I still have a second order amounting to USD49.99, expected date of arrival was May 25. The package hasn't arrived yet, not even a notice. I wonder what's going on with Amazon. >:( :( ???
Hi, Guys!Based on my own experience and many others here, most orders from last year was handled by Royale and delivered by them to your doorstep if you are in the Makati/Ortigas area. Since around February 2007, however Amazon split their deliveries between DHL/Royale, USPS/Philpost, and some other international couriers.
I ordered from Amazon early March 2007 amounting to USD99.58, shipped via Standard International Shipping and estimated date of arrival was April 16. As expected it didn't arrive on time. I only got a notice around 2nd week of May and to my surprise, I still had to pick it up myself. Doesn't Amazon deliver direct to the shipping address anymore? Much to my dismay, i was to pick it up in Pasig Central Post Office and not in Ortigas Center Post Office which is a stone's throw away from my workplace. Plus, I had to pay PhP1,500++ for whatever charges.I've been reading here that most of your packages are being delivered to your doorsteps by Royale Logistics, did you choose Standard International Shipping also?
I still have a second order amounting to USD49.99, expected date of arrival was May 25. The package hasn't arrived yet, not even a notice. I wonder what's going on with Amazon. >:( :( ???
To my eagerness, i went to Pasig PO (grabe trapik!) to check my AM package...Its not there yet :'(
I went to check at the Customs Office, kakatakot mga itsura nila ;D
20 days & counting...wala pa rin :'(
Same here Sir Dowals, mine shipped last June 6 and no news in Royale about my package. Hope it's not included in the recent fire in parcel section of Pasay City post office.
If that's 49.99 including shipping, then you probably won't get taxed even if it arrives at the post office, as discussed all over this thread. The Amazon change in shipping is also discussed in a lot of detail earlier. Just browse a few pages back.
Getting packages delivered to a Third World country is like a box of chocolates...
You never know what you're gonna get.
Or where. Or when. Or how much you need to pay as customs duties, official or "unofficial."
bro marckd1, what's the start of your tracking #? GM or the notorious AM?
I recently received a package from amazon. Pick up in QCPO but paid 115 pesos for customs inspection fee.
I'm about to order an item worth $120 in amazon. With all these packages being lost due to the inefficiency of our postal service not to mention the charges customs put on items over $50, I'm quite hesitant in doing so. I've ordered a few items with less than $50 value shipped to QCPO and haven't lost any parcel. But I'm afraid that they might charge me an arm and leg with the current item I want. What's the best option can I choose to make sure it's sent to my address directly instead of being picked up in a PO? Also I can either have it shipped to a QC or Pasay address.
But I'm afraid that they might charge me an arm and leg with the current item I want. What's the best option can I choose to make sure it's sent to my address directly instead of being picked up in a PO?
Reading through this thread and talking to other members and my personal experience from ordering at Amazon.com for about 4 years. A lot have been changed from amazon shipping method and the arrival time.
Orders before September 2004 were shipped via DHL or Deutsche Post and it will arrive for about a month from the time it was shipped and it will be in international mail thus having customs charges. I'm located at Pasay City and all my packages that time arrived. If for instance my package didn't arrived at the their given estimate date. They will reship your order free of charge and your package will have $0 value. But always my original order still arrived and also my replacement order. I informed them that I received both the original and the replacement package and they (amazon) ask me to return the original package provided that they will pay the shipping charge. Sometimes if it's only one dvd or of small value. They will let you keep it.
Around September of 2004. the same time Star wars trilogy was released. Royal Logistics came in the scene and orders arrived earlier for about 1-2 weeks after it was shipped. But not all (about 80% only).
My point is that amazon is using another courier because of the massive complaint that they receive here in the Philippines regarding lost packages. But is it really true that we lost the packages? I have never lost a single order from amazon (original order and replacement). Maybe some members or non pinoy dvd members or lurkers abuse amazon. I mean its easy to report a missing package or declared it lost and have a replacement or report it as damage.
Where is the places or P.O.'s that have rampant loses or packages? This should help us investigate on where is the hot spots on where not to ship. Sana lang we contribute on beautifying our image to be a honest Country. this will affect us naman diba. Ngayon mas nahihirapan tayong magintay ng package not unlike the time we enjoy 1-2 weeks for our orders to arrive. Now because of these we are waiting in vain for our package.
But is it really true that we lost the packages? I have never lost a single order from amazon (original order and replacement). Maybe some members or non pinoy dvd members or lurkers abuse amazon. I mean its easy to report a missing package or declared it lost and have a replacement or report it as damage.
Where is the places or P.O.'s that have rampant loses or packages? This should help us investigate on where is the hot spots on where not to ship. Sana lang we contribute on beautifying our image to be a honest Country. this will affect us naman diba. Ngayon mas nahihirapan tayong magintay ng package not unlike the time we enjoy 1-2 weeks for our orders to arrive. Now because of these we are waiting in vain for our package.
I do. I lost 6 orders since last February (2007). Previous to that, I have a 100% received rate. Some (most?)arrived at Royale Logistics and got lost somewhere afterwards. That's why I hate Royale and it's lack of tracking after it left them. Without tracking, ther's no way to complain to the Post Office, since they are not registered mails. Repeated complaints to them yielded comments like 'they will check the PO' which are unhelpful to say the least. and the local PO can't check your package unless it's registered.
I agree that missing packages will affect the Philippines image and even a person's own credit rating. Kaya nga sometimes, I am wary of filing a lost package report KASI Royal Logistics tracking say they received them, but it never arrived! So who is Amazon to trust? Because of this, I just took a lost on two of those unreceived orders and did not file a lost complaint. That's around 3000!!!
I have completely stopped ordering from Amazon for the moment. Since I can't figured out the culprit. But it could be somewhere in the Pasay to Binondo PO route. Since all of my orders handled by USPS were received (albeit I have to pick it up at the PO), I don't think the Manila PO is corrupt (or is it?). Glad to heard that moks 007 don't have any problem with his orders, since I am also in the Binondo area.
There are probably unscrupulous person who report lost packages even when they received them but REAL missing packages do occur. Part of the problem is Royale Logistics' reliance on PO. I think they have no right to be called a logistics company if they only handle Ortigas/Makati area themselves. Sorry, but I am furious about them.
bro james, you got taxed 37% of the value :-\baka iba yung value dun sa duplicate copy....hehehe
Supposedly, if they issued an Official Receipt it would be included in their (BIR) income. But we all know what might happen at their end :-X
hmm...MCPO, is that Makati City Post office?
then they will charge you the following (i know they did in my case):
a. Parcel fee of 35.00
b. Then the customs duty fee:
ie: DVD of $14.00
Cost of the Shipment (in Pesos): Php 672.00
customs duty (value x 10%) : 67.20
customs doc stamp & EDF: 500.00
BIR Stamp: 15.00
Sub Total: 1,254.20
VAT x 12% : 150.50
So, you'll end up paying:
customs duty: 67.20
Customs doc stamp: 500.00
BIR stamp: 15.00
VAT: 150.50
TOTAL customs fee: 732.70
so.....mas mahal pa yun customs fee than your dvd :-[ :-\
Are there any chances that amazon and/or other online retailers would lower down the cost of the product indicated on the parcel if requested by the buyer?
Are there any chances that amazon and/or other online retailers would lower down the cost of the product indicated on the parcel if requested by the buyer?
recently ordered two sets, however the first DVD was shipped ahead of the other one, this time bearing the GM tracking # :-\
no confirmation on the second one yet
They shipped these two July 12 & 13.
The July 13 came it today, this is the fastest at 5 days! :o
delivered by Royale Log to Ortigas address
They shipped these two July 12 & 13.
The July 13 came it today, this is the fastest at 5 days! :o
delivered by Royale Log to Ortigas address
They shipped these two July 12 & 13.
The July 13 came it today, this is the fastest at 5 days! :o
delivered by Royale Log to Ortigas address
Got word from Royale Log that my July 12 arrived already, for delivery next weekmeron ba number ang imex? i also have a pending order that shipped last july 17 and was supposed to arrive sometime between 7/26 - 8/2 pero wala pa.
Placed another order, but they shipped it thru IMEX (AM tracking #) :'( despite my request to use DHL Global Mail :-\
meron ba number ang imex? i also have a pending order that shipped last july 17 and was supposed to arrive sometime between 7/26 - 8/2 pero wala pa.
I have a June 26 shipped, but no news yet........ ??? ::) :'(
i'm still waiting for my july 25 (AM tracking #) :'(
Ordered my first blu-ray disc from amazon, it was shipped last August 6 with that dreaded AM. Luckily, shipment is not that delayed because I just got it this morning.
bro radical, location mo?
nga pala, Pasig PO din pala, on your recent delivery, was it delivered to you directly by the Pasig PO or a notice lang?
As expected, notice lang, postmarked Aug. 21. I had to pick it up from the PO.
No news from my July 25 yet. Youre lucky, nauna pa sa yo (considering it was shipped Aug 6)
(1) I guess, I will not be ordering any DVD's from Amazon.com "for now"...I have yet to receive my order of the "Bridge to Terabithia" DVD...which was shipped on June 20, 2007 "Amazon.com time"...
(2) Here's now comes my dilemma regarding the delivery "not necessarily the Bridge to Terabithia DVD", at first, I was receiving my package(s) from a delivery-man "not our mailman", without him asking for any money...then our mailman became the person delivering the package(s)...
At first, our mailman didn't ask for any money, but, some package(s) later he started asking for money, from php50.00 to php100.00 to php150.00...so now, I have decided to avoid the mailman...
No news from my July 25 yet. Youre lucky, nauna pa sa yo (considering it was shipped Aug 6)
REFUNDED BY AMAZON.COMAs I have said in my other posts, for people who is having this problem on scams of delivery people or paying lots of taxes in post office etc. etc.. Why dont you guys use the service of Johnny air cargo. Why are you letting delivery people withhold your opportunity/right to order from amazon.
I hate the idea of not having "Bridge to Terabithia" DVD in my library, I love that movie, but, enough is enough, I don't want to pay anymore of those fees, the delivery man is asking me for, that are questionable. FYI, "Bridge to Terabithia" is going to be C-interactive...and "Hairspray" is also going to be C-interactive...sigh... :'(
What is Johnny air cargo?Check out the Johnny air cargo thread here in the same ONLINE SHOPPING CATEGORY. Its a shipping service. To me great service, no matter how much you order you will not have any worries if you will be taxed or not. This is what you do to save on shipping. When ordering, orders that are above 25 dollars, you will be able to select super saver shipping (you will not pay anything here). So they will ship your stuff to an address in USA, an address given to you by Johnny air. So what you are paying is just the fee/delivery from Johnny air to Manila for example. When you amount this out, it is already the same as when you order regularly from amazon with their shipping fee. Then you just pick them up at one of the Johnny air offices. My packages arrive on the avg. less than 10 days. Of course this not always the case, but on avg. I get these fast. Anyway if you have more question, just check the actual thread titled Johnny Air Cargo on this same ONLINE SHOPPING CATEGORY.
Regret to hear you rpredicament rexdc :-[ P2,700 for items that worth less than $100? That's crazy. Not sure if others encountered similar problem. Can DHL "lower" the custom?
Previously, I ordered once before tru DHL from Amazon & got tax around 30% of the value. I will try to look for my DHL billing tomorrow. It seems your P2,700 is almost 50% which is excessively high. >:(
Gosh if you want the taxes to go down, you will need an affidavit?? That's the biggest BS I ever heard. I think someone need to whack the DHL guy's head. Try to call another DHL branch & get a second opinion.
Yes, JAC provides good service. No tax. Only handling fee $8.00. Their shiping fee is $5.50 per lbs.
I think others reported Amazon uses Royal Logistic in the normal shipping but this service is only applicable in certain areas in Metro Manila. Try to search tru the thread
Finally after 4 consecutive "IMEX experiences", they shipped my last order using DHL GLobal (GMTracking #) ;D
I also experienced about 2 times from Amazon using those cheap bubble envelope but luckily items arrived in good condition. Usually items are sent out in a cardboard box as mentioned by ET414.
Regret to hear the unpleasant experience encountered at the PO Compaq. That's why I always call them goons or "big crocodiles" >:(
guys, havent you noticed, nagtaas ng shipping rates ang amazon, their per shipment rate is still $4.99, but their per item rate is now at $3.99 now, up from $2.49. >:(
that's not how my packages are usually wrapped. mine are always shipped in a cardboard box. i have been ordering from amazon on a monthly basis since last year and ever since IMEX started handling Philippine shipments my orders have been arriving 1-2 weeks later than usual. :P
guys, havent you noticed, nagtaas ng shipping rates ang amazon, their per shipment rate is still $4.99, but their per item rate is now at $3.99 now, up from $2.49. >:(
So that's what happened!I have a HD discount of ten percent. In the past, the shipping charges was just a tad over the discounts that I get, but in my last order, the shipping charges was double the discounts, bummer :-[
I was wondering why my 4-for-3 purchases were suddenly over $50, when they were perfectly under that limit in the past.
Asar when you're a peso earner, it makes a big difference. >:(
guys, havent you noticed, nagtaas ng shipping rates ang amazon, their per shipment rate is still $4.99, but their per item rate is now at $3.99, up from $2.49. >:(
If you order & ship tru JAC, you will entittle to the FREE shipping (for US address) from Amazon. So it's a nice saving too. :)
RadicalDude, welcome to JAC. Share with us after your first experience with JAC. Now you have every reason to buy more from Amazon LOL. ;)
Thanks pchin. Actually, I'm planning to buy PS3 80GB... I wonder how much it would cost me... :Dthe ps3 is quite heavy, though the box is not that bulky, they will compute via actual weight or volume weight, whichever is higher. Based on my estimate, you might pay around 5k-6k to ship that thru JAC. :)
the ps3 is quite heavy, though the box is not that bulky, they will compute via actual weight or volume weight, whichever is higher. Based on my estimate, you might pay around 5k-6k to ship that thru JAC. :)
If you order & ship tru JAC, you will entittle to the FREE shipping (for US address) from Amazon. So it's a nice saving too. :)
1. Mabilis Pa, faster than a speeding bullet....2. No goons, alligators to bother you pa like those in the post office hehe..3. No lost packages pa...Im knocking on wood..So far so good to me..
the ps3 is quite heavy, though the box is not that bulky, they will compute via actual weight or volume weight, whichever is higher. Based on my estimate, you might pay around 5k-6k to ship that thru JAC. :)
Yeah, I'm aware it's quite heavy. Amazon listed it with weight of 15 lbs. although probably it's the weight of the unit itself minus the box and accessories...
OT. My primary reason of availing PS3 sold in US is the fact that all of my DVDs are region 1. I'm afraid if I'm going to buy locally, it might not be able to play my old DVD collection. Or am I wrong?
Anyway, 5k-6k JAC charges is fine with me. Kayang-kaya to ng 13th month pay ko which is due in November... ;D
I pre-ordered few weeks back 3 items with amount totalling to more than $50, namely Troy Ultimate Collector's Box, Troy Director's Cut Blu-Ray and Smallville Season 6 Blu-ray and the release date of all of these were yesterday. Fingers crossed, I'm glad it was shipped by Amazon just few minutes back with the GM code! What a relief since it's like dodging a bullet from the Pasig PO's customs collection... :D
The registry notice for a sept 16 order, shipped thru Imex (AM tracking), came it earlier before lunch time. It took 30 days to get to meThat was a very bad experience. I really hate that Pasig P.O. And daming tao. Don't think about it too much bro. At least your still in one piece at walang nangyari sayo.
While driving along A. Mabini St. (within pasig town proper) to claim it, a tricycle from a side street came blazing towards me nickering my front left bumper causing an estimated damage of P3-5K in repairs :'( driver promised to pay me on Nov 12, as agreed in the Traffic Management Office. sana magbayad :-\
one of the horrors in claiming at pasig po :-\
That was a very bad experience. I really hate that Pasig P.O. And daming tao. Don't think about it too much bro. At least your still in one piece at walang nangyari sayo.
brod Munskie. Your shipment will be indicated naman if split or not on your order page. Sometimes nga they will split your order if your order have no stocks in one of their shipment centers like indicated in their e-mail or if hindi kasay sa isang box. The problem is JAC. ones they receive packages from us pinoydvd members. They make statement already even if we e-mail ma'am Leiden about multiple package expected. Pakunswelo nalang siguro is the per shipment charge na charge as one but the total weight kasi nadadagdagan. Thus making it more expensive. This is the disadvantage over the local post lalo na if you buy box sets or heavy dvd's or gift sets. I settle for direct shipping if I buy box sets or gift sets.yup, thanks sir baby, i made sure before the last page that it is 1 shipment. Sinacrifice ko na yung ibang Blu-ray titles that were part of a split shipment (maybe coming form different shipment location). I hope JAC will charge me under $29. Thats the amount Amzon is charging me for direct shipment. Im from angeles city but I am attending weekend seminars in greenhills so I took advantage and see if JAC will make it easier for me.
Amazon prime (free trial only folks) is fast...
In my experience, basta isang item lang sigurado amazon will ship it thru USPS with that AM tracking code. It happened to me when I ordered 2 blu-rays & they had to split it into 2 shipments both with AM tracking code. Up to now hindi pa dumarating. I already got the replacement, this time 2 blu-rays in one shipment with GM tracking thru Royale Logistics. So I always order a minimum of 2 items..
What will happen to the original order once they arrived?
nagtrial din ako ng amazon prime earlier this year and its very very fast! ingat lang kayo to make sure na sigurado na kayo sa order nyo kasi sometimes pagclick nyo pa lang ng place order, items shipping soon na agad ang status :o you won't have a chance to change your order na
I have two shipments dated Oct 1 and Oct 5, NADA pa...and nakukulitan na post office sa akin, coz I have been frequenting them lately...I bet IMEX na nman ito. :-[Wala pa rin....I only have a two day window next week, on the 30th and 31st.....I hope they do arrive in time for the break. Buti pa order routed to JAc nakuha ko na...mas mura pa. ;D ;D
On the other hand, a Oct 17 order I coursed through JAC, im expecting to get tomorrow or Friday.... ;D
Ordered also from Amazon.com via AMZ tracking or PBIMEX shipped last OCT 1, 2007. It was split into 2 shipments. One arrived last Oct 12, 2007 and the other one arrived last Oct 19, 2007. Not bad.
recently placed a 3-set set order shipped nov 9, unfortunately amazon split them into 2 shipments :P
2 sets via DHL (GM) ;D
1 set via PBIMEX (AM) :'(
Oh oh... aren't you disadvantaged bro when they split your package in terms of costs?
question. i ordered at amazon yesterday, then i cancel it now.are they gonna charge me sa credit card? thnksno. they only charge once it ships, but the fact that you were able to cancel means it didnt. :)
recently placed a 3-set set order shipped nov 9, unfortunately amazon split them into 2 shipments :P
2 sets via DHL (GM) ;D
1 set via PBIMEX (AM) :'(
Based from my experience, there's no difference between Standard and Expedited shipment mode if delivery address is in the Phils. It will still pass thru Royale Logistics given the GM code and the tracking number provided by Amazon is useless if you're looking for ways to track it online.wala nga. meron pa rin delay kahit expedited. learned from it first hand. :-[
hi guys, i ordered a dvd from amazon nov 15th and the expected arrival date was dec 18th (by standard international shipping)... however, by dec 24th my shipment didn't arrive so i immediately told amazon and they sent a replacement shipment via expedited shipping (shipped dec 24th and will arrive jan 5th)... but the shipment still didn't arrive. i told them and they refunded the charges made to my cc.
yesterday, i was surprised that my replacement shipment arrived (jan 16th). now, i have to tell amazon again to charge my cc again since my shipment actually did arrive. though medyo hassle ok lang. pero somehow i'm tempted not to tell them that the package arrived (syempre with all the hassle) pero i think they have a way of knowing that their shipment arrived at the destination so sinabi ko na lang. i'm awaiting for their reply now.. sana hindi na lang ako i-charge...
I just saw this thread...and forgive me if this has been asked.
So Amazon will ship to the Philiippines (I'm talking about BR movies and PS3 games). How much is the shipping cost on the average?
By the way, are we talking about Amazon US or UK?
Thanks.
Better tell them. Its the right thing to do, esp. since they send two times and its not their fault to begin with.
I agree....also this would give you "pogi" point with amazon. Furthermore this would not only benefit you but help the country as a whole as Amazon would view our country as honest.
thanks for the input guys. anwyays, ive already sent them an email. so antay ko na lang anu sasabihin nila.
UPDATE:
After sending them an email informing them that my package finally arrived, here's the email that I got:
Thank you for writing to Amazon.com to let us know that your package arrived safely. We hope you enjoy your order.
I am sorry to hear about the problem you experienced with your shipment and please accept my sincere apology for the late delivery.
As the result is of our error we will not charge your credit card, you can keep the item with you with free of cost.
We are very sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused you. We appreciate your business and hope that you will give us the chance to serve you better in the future.
Thank you for shopping at Amazon.com.
Hehe at least I get something for telling the truth :-)
thanks for the input guys. anwyays, ive already sent them an email. so antay ko na lang anu sasabihin nila.
UPDATE:
After sending them an email informing them that my package finally arrived, here's the email that I got:
Thank you for writing to Amazon.com to let us know that your package arrived safely. We hope you enjoy your order.
I am sorry to hear about the problem you experienced with your shipment and please accept my sincere apology for the late delivery.
As the result is of our error we will not charge your credit card, you can keep the item with you with free of cost.
We are very sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused you. We appreciate your business and hope that you will give us the chance to serve you better in the future.
Thank you for shopping at Amazon.com.
Hehe at least I get something for telling the truth :-)
thanks for the input guys. anwyays, ive already sent them an email. so antay ko na lang anu sasabihin nila.
UPDATE:
After sending them an email informing them that my package finally arrived, here's the email that I got:
Thank you for writing to Amazon.com to let us know that your package has arrived safely. We hope you enjoy your order.
I am sorry to hear about the problem you experienced with your shipmentandso please acceptmyour sincereapologyapologies for the late delivery.
As the resultis of ourof this error we will not charge your credit card, and you can keep the item with youwithfree ofcostcharge.
We are very sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused you. We appreciate your business and hope that you will give us the chance to serve you better in the future.
Thank you for shopping at Amazon.com.
Hehe at least I get something for telling the truth :-)
Hi bro, good for you ;) Good karma indeed.
On the letter, sorry am not an English prof or anything, but just can't help noticing the basic grammar errors in their response (highlighted in blue above). I reckon these aren't just plain typos cause some sentence fragments were just 'off.' Just to share as well, I called Amazon using their international number yesterday and guess what, I (fortunately) ended up talking to a Filipino customer service rep (CSR)...IN THE PHILIPPINES. Well it's no secret of course that most of the CSR arm of the international firms contract the Phils given the lower operating costs down here (good for us given that this gave rise to the call center 'boom' in the country). Well this CSR said they are not allowed to talk in Tagalog so we did converse in yankee speak, with international toll rates to boot for a call re-diverted to the Phils somewhere in QC. ;)
Anyway having said that (this is the fun & mind-boggling part, drumroll please)... don't you think the e-mail was likewise sent 'on behalf of Amazon.' It doesn't even look like a 'template' response but more like personally crafted (the fact he used '...pls accept my...apology), which is unlikely for an international firm to take a singular person point of view in these types of communications. Hmmm, makes you wonder - he may be a fellow countryman. ::) Don't get me wrong, I love the kind act that they did - the syntax of the letter just threw me "off," which is supposedly coming from this big US company. Hehe... just my personal comment guys, no offense to Amazon or anybody else in this forum. ;) Thanks for indulging me. ;D
Hi bro, good for you ;) Good karma indeed.
On the letter, sorry am not an English prof or anything, but just can't help noticing the basic grammar errors in their response (highlighted in blue above). I reckon these aren't just plain typos cause some sentence fragments were just 'off.' Just to share as well, I called Amazon using their international number yesterday and guess what, I (fortunately) ended up talking to a Filipino customer service rep (CSR)...IN THE PHILIPPINES. Well it's no secret of course that most of the CSR arm of the international firms contract the Phils given the lower operating costs down here (good for us given that this gave rise to the call center 'boom' in the country). Well this CSR said they are not allowed to talk in Tagalog so we did converse in yankee speak, with international toll rates to boot for a call re-diverted to the Phils somewhere in QC. ;)
Anyway having said that (this is the fun & mind-boggling part, drumroll please)... don't you think the e-mail was likewise sent 'on behalf of Amazon.' It doesn't even look like a 'template' response but more like personally crafted (the fact he used '...pls accept my...apology), which is unlikely for an international firm to take a singular person point of view in these types of communications. Hmmm, makes you wonder - he may be a fellow countryman. ::) Don't get me wrong, I love the kind act that they did - the syntax of the letter just threw me "off," which is supposedly coming from this big US company. Hehe... just my personal comment guys, no offense to Amazon or anybody else in this forum. ;) Thanks for indulging me. ;D
I just saw this thread...and forgive me if this has been asked.Blu-ray movies yes. But PS3 games no. You can use playasia.com for PS3 games. Amazon rates for our country is $4.99 per shipment and $3.99 per title. Thats Amazon US.
So Amazon will ship to the Philiippines (I'm talking about BR movies and PS3 games). How much is the shipping cost on the average?
By the way, are we talking about Amazon US or UK?
Thanks.
Guys, lately ba, meron paring custom tax fee?
And is this for fast delivieries ba(Fed Ex, DHL, etc.) or kasali din sa local post office?
Yeah there is in Fedex, someone I know had to pay P2,000+ for something he ordered online.
Anyway, I saw some post here claiming they paid only the usual 35 pesos thru postal office. Oh well, Ill just use JAC I guess.
If the total purchase is less than 50 USD usually wala na tax.. If more than that depends on the postal officer if i charge ka nya.. I had packages worth 80 USD before pero wala na man tax. Basta pagdating mo sa post office window, smile ka agad.. wag naka simangot.. hehehe..
Blu-ray movies yes. But PS3 games no. You can use playasia.com for PS3 games. Amazon rates for our country is $4.99 per shipment and $3.99 per title. Thats Amazon US.
Yeah there is in Fedex, someone I know had to pay P2,000+ for something he ordered online.
Anyway, I saw some post here claiming they paid only the usual 35 pesos thru postal office. Oh well, Ill just use JAC I guess.
the last time i bought from amazon was in 2000, this are my experiences with them.
1. beegees concert dvd, it did not arrived for 2 months, i emailed amazon and just like marl, they resend another one, and surprise! both arrived almost the same after a month, so the original order came after 3 months and the second in a month, i used the ordinary shipping. thing is, when i emailed them they also apologized and said i can keep the extra copy of the dvd. the packages arrived in manila post office malate branch (remedios st), when i went to the post office branch, they taxed me for the two packages! buti nalang libre na yung isa kaya i ended up still ahead. ;)
2. when i bought the eagles concert dvd, this was also in year 2000, my friend in tarlac told me to send it to him since he knows someone in their post office. so i had it shipped to his house in tarlac. and when we pick it up in two months (nasanay na ako, did not panic and just waited for it to arrive), i paid the customary 30 pesos for the release, and what the post guy said was, anything within $100 they don't charge anything. that is why i hate the manila post guy more since the beegees dvds that came in two separate packages did not amount to 30$ each then. corrupt talaga.
3. after a long while, i purchased some bluray's in their last buy two get one promo this 2008, but since i was not sure if they will still ship to the philippines, i had it shipped to my sister's house in california, she is coming home in this end march.
so now, after reading the latest about amazon, it seems nothing has change. so my advise is if its going to be shipped to metro manila, you run the risk of the unscrupulous post/custom guy. i know i can't use ours (malate branch) because i'm pretty sure the old guy is still there after 8 years or replace by another corrupt one. but i can use my tarlac connection. so for guys who have tried it and their post guys lets them get the goods without taxes, i guess it safe to continue. for those who got taxed, mas ok talaga sa province, mas mababait pa tao dun. ;D
hope my story helps. :D
My order from Amazon which was shipped last feb 18 with AM tracking code finally arrived at the PO yesterday. Paid p35 for it. $20 value for a vinyl LP order (shipping included)
1 month plus huh? Too long for me, kasi I have no patience for such, and I get too excited. lol. Rather stick with JAC.
ano-anong cities ba ang sinasakupan ng royal logistics?
i have read in some areas here that you can order from Amazon and then ship through Johnny Air Cargo.
1. how is this possible?
2. do we have a choice of courier or is it Amazon who assigns?
3. is this the cheaper route?
if this is via the courier - then we dont pay any taxes right? just the shipping fee?
would appreciate info as i have not bought from Amazon... but im thinking...
TIA
thanks sir.
how much is estimate cost of shipping it to the philippines.
say for 2 or 3 dvds?
for blu-ray, is it still cheaper doing this than from local stores?
Via JAC? around $17.00
I think much cheaper if you have it sent straight to your address. You can eyeball the price once you check out the items. for 2 to 3 DVDs, around $12 yata.
Definitely cheaper buying BD in AMAZON than buying it here..
Yes you can order from Amazon and send it to JAC in NY. Just register with JAC here in the Philippines. If you want it sent straight to the PHilippines, then Amazon will assign their preferred courier. JAC is cheaper and faster but not for bulky items. If you use JAC as the courier, there is no customs tax to be paid.last week i ordered (my first time) from Amazon 3 BDs with a total cost of $97.86 (inclusive of priority shipping cost)...the package was delivered by DHL yesterday but i have to pay P2,400.00 of custom duties to the courier as evidenced by custom assessment..wow! can't do anything about it but pay up...so, how do i register with JAC here in the philippines - for me to be able to avoid paying custom duties?
last week i ordered (my first time) from Amazon 3 BDs with a total cost of $97.86 (inclusive of priority shipping cost)...the package was delivered by DHL yesterday but i have to pay P2,400.00 of custom duties to the courier as evidenced by custom assessment..wow! can't do anything about it but pay up...so, how do i register with JAC here in the philippines - for me to be able to avoid paying custom duties?
i do order from yesasia and hivizone also, but i claim the package from our local post office after paying P20-P30 lang?
hi i'm new here, i'm thinking of buying books in amazon, but just want to ask few questions first, hope someone can help, if i buy something at amazon using my visa credit card, will the amount be automatically converted in peso when it appears in my statement of billing? or i have to pay in dollars? thanks. :)
hi i'm new here, i'm thinking of buying books in amazon, but just want to ask few questions first, hope someone can help, if i buy something at amazon using my visa credit card, will the amount be automatically converted in peso when it appears in my statement of billing? or i have to pay in dollars? thanks. :)
Yup amazon is starting to charge sales tax on orders to New York. This will definitely make me relax on my hidef purchases and just wait nalang for great deals. Great super deals like last year are over ( no tax, free shipping, additional 10 percent discount ) Man what a big difference.
Bad trip, just confirmed today when my dirty harry bd series shipped out to JAC NY.. Yup amazon is starting to charge sales tax on orders to New York. I was charged 7 plus dollars for this. Hay naku.. Times are hard pa naman right now. This will definitely make me relax on my hidef purchases and just wait nalang for great deals. Great super deals like last year are over ( no tax, free shipping, additional 10 percent discount ) Man what a big difference.
try to ship it to JAC new jersey:
717 Newark Ave.Jersey City
New Jersey 07306
Tel: 2016595152
Tried it this morning wala sya tax. Dun sa new york meron.
can we ship to New Jersey? kasi instruction ng JAC is to ship only to NY
can we ship to New Jersey? kasi instruction ng JAC is to ship only to NY
try to ship it to JAC new jersey:
717 Newark Ave.Jersey City
New Jersey 07306
Tel: 2016595152
Tried it this morning wala sya tax. Dun sa new york meron.
Bad trip, just confirmed today when my dirty harry bd series shipped out to JAC NY.. Yup amazon is starting to charge sales tax on orders to New York. I was charged 7 plus dollars for this. Hay naku.. Times are hard pa naman right now. This will definitely make me relax on my hidef purchases and just wait nalang for great deals. Great super deals like last year are over ( no tax, free shipping, additional 10 percent discount ) Man what a big difference.
don't you guys get a discount anymore? i'm still getting 5% off on my orders
Guys tanong lang.. Sorry newbie po ako sa online shopping kaya ill try my luck sana may makatulong..
Im gonna be ordering on Amazon.com and people recommended JAC for shipping here..
1. Anong credit cards ang inaacept ng amazon.com dito sa pinas?
2. Pano un process na gagawin? sa shipping address ba ilalagay ko un JAC ng new york o new jersey?
3. May bayad ba registration sa JAC? and pag kunyari na pa ship ko na puwede pumili san pickup or delivery?
Salamat po sa mga makakatulong sakin :)
sir sorry noob question, ngayon lang kse ako mag oorder online..
san ko lalagay tyo?
"c/o JET CREUS / Company Name or Your name"
Anybody noticed that shipping direct to the Philippines for items ordered from Amazon.com today is only via Expedited International Shipping or Priority International Courier?
Anybody noticed that shipping direct to the Philippines for items ordered from Amazon.com today is only via Expedited International Shipping or Priority International Courier?
Anybody noticed that shipping direct to the Philippines for items ordered from Amazon.com today is only via Expedited International Shipping or Priority International Courier?
Here is Amazon's reply to my query why the Standard Shipping Option isn't available to the Philippines anymore.Got exactly the same answer to my inquiry to Amazon. That's what I'm afraid of. And now it's happening. I did mentioned this years ago.
Hello from Amazon.com.
We have recently changed the shipping options offered on our website for orders being shipped to some international destinations.
Because packages shipped there by non-trackable methods frequently did not arrive in a reasonable time-frame, we now offer only Expedited and Priority International Shipping to Philippines.
We realize that the available methods can be expensive and apologize for this inconvenience. However, we felt it was in the best interest of our international customers to ensure that the items they ordered reached them safely and on time.
Please know that Amazon cares about its international customers and is working on ways to improve your service and selection.
Thank you for shopping at Amazon.com.
:(
Got exactly the same answer to my inquiry to Amazon. That's what I'm afraid of. And now it's happening. I did mentioned this years ago.
Got exactly the same answer to my inquiry to Amazon. That's what I'm afraid of. And now it's happening. I did mentioned this years ago.
aren't the items bought there insured? in case of lost package, there wont be any loss at amazon's part because the insurance will cover itYup, I think they are insured. What I mean though is their total business from RP-based customers. I think Amazon would really prefer if RP-based customers use JAC as shipping option.
Today, for the first time, I checked the shopping cart and wala laman except for 2 items I added today. Oh no. Now, I don't recall all those good items which I put there. Really bad.
I wonder if this has happened to anyone else.
Same to me Mark. All my saved stuff are no longer there. I can't recall all the past items saved in my shopping cart. Now I have to search one by one or try to recall the items I supposed to buy. Wasting time talaga. :(
Probably, Amazon has upgraded their system & did a "reset".
Amazon has a written policy that items stay only 90 days in the shopping cart but I'm pretty sure that some items in my cart were less than 90 days old. Furthermore, this has never ever happened before. Some items have been in the cart for more than a year. Maybe, you're right - they did a "reset."
Ang gulo ng Amazon....bumalik na naman dating laman shopping cart ko....... ???
bakit meron na tax ngayon sa amazon.com? what JAC address to use para walang tax?
Packages to NY will be charged with Sales Tax since June 1, 2008. Use JAC NJ address para walang tax..
do you have the NJ address?
JOHNNY AIR CARGO - NJ
c/o JET CREUS / Company Name or Your name
717 Newark Ave., Jersey City
NEW JERSEY 07306
Tel. # (201) 659 5152
Fax # (201) 653 5969
Anyone tried the new more expensive Expedited shipping ng Amazon? So they are now trackable?
local post office na ang bahala mag deliver etc...
Nope, I still had to pick up my "Expedited" shipment at the post office last week, it was not under Royale Logistics so I had to pay PHP 35, and it took longer to arrive than the last order I was able to place under Standard Shipping. :(
I've been wanting to order online from amazon.com a long time ago but never know how. Thank God i found this thread! I've read here that one had to have the order sent to JAC NJ to avoid tax but one had to register to JAC 1st. My questions are: 1.How do I register with JAC? 2. Ano address po ilalagay ko sa amazon for delivery of my orders? JAC or my address? 3.Can I put provinvial address for delivery of my order coz provincial address ang nakalagay sa credit card ko?
Pacencya sa po sa gnorant questions ko. TIA for the replies
1. you have to go to there office either in makati or ortigas (megamall) you only register once, and you have to tell them that you are pdvd member para you get the special rate of 6$/pound + 5$ per shipment rule. as a rule of thumb, 3-4 dvds is approx 1 pound so you pay 11$ for that. pag lampas ng konti 17$ kaagad.Thanks for the reply but ff-up questions lang po:
2. you will put jac's nj address in amazon. we usually use amazon's free delivery in continental u.s.a., kaya you dont have cost there anymore.
3. i think with amazon, you can use a local (philippine) credit card. unlike itunes, the billing address and the of the credit card should be the same as registered users u.s. address.
Thanks for the reply but ff-up questions lang po:
1. If I put JAC's NJ address in amazon, then how will the package be delivered to me?
2. Is it ok to put JAC NJ address even though the address of my credit card is here in the Philippines?
Hindi po kaya magkaroon ng discrepancy?
Question mga bro. I ordered from Amazon last Friday, the package arrived at JAC-NJ on Jul 22nd, Tuesday. Gano katagal normally dumarating sa pinas?
1. There is a whole thread here about JAC, which gives detailed instructions on what to do. You need to address it to: Johnny Air Cargo-NJ c/o Jet Creus/[your name] (pinoydvd). May account ka naman sa JAC so they will contact you when the package arrives.
2. No problem ito with Amazon.
Nope, I still had to pick up my "Expedited" shipment at the post office last week, it was not under Royale Logistics so I had to pay PHP 35, and it took longer to arrive than the last order I was able to place under Standard Shipping. :(
Nataga ako sa customs sa makati nag exact $100 kasi value ng items pag $100 daw may tax na aside dun sa P35 na payment kahit proclaimed as gift(MGS4 LE + 4dvds+1cd).so I have to pay them P1600+ before i was able to claim my package
Guys, tanong ko lang, ganto ba ung process from Amazon to JAC to Buyer:
1. Order on Amazon via credit-card. Tinatanggap ba ung local CC ng PH ?. and Is it try that you can't use a PayPal account to pay the item?
2. Ship it on a JAC Address
3. JAC will ship the package to me.
4. Pick-up on a JAC Branch.
??
JOHNNY AIR CARGO - NJ
c/o JET CREUS / Company Name or Your name
717 Newark Ave., Jersey City
NEW JERSEY 07306
Tel. # (201) 659 5152
Fax # (201) 653 5969
bakit ang email sa akin ng JAC sa NJ ang c/o SOL AURA not JET CREUS at calling no. the same sa NY?
guys, ask ko lang tungkol sa credit card, if i'm going to buy something from amazon, can i used my brother credit card number for payment? what should i put the name on a billing address? his name or my name? TIA
Billing address should be in your brother's name... shipping address will be yours...
Would like to ask something about Amazon... pwede din ba bumili from users of Amazon and does the same policy apply like yun warranty tsaka kung sabay sila nashiship kasabay ng nabili ko sa Amazon? Kasi usually sa Amazon mga bago nabebenta nila... eh paano na kung gusto ko ng 2nd hand? I was able to find some like on this link for example...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B000FQ2D5E/sr=8-10/qid=1221013978/ref=olp_tab_used?ie=UTF8&coliid=&me=&qid=1221013978&sr=8-10&seller=&colid=&condition=used
Please enlighten me on this issue... thanks!
Oh! and one more thing... kunwari na yun seller only enlightens U.S. buyers... pwede din ba tayo bumili kung sakali Johnny Air Cargo gagamit natin since U.S. address and ginagamit ng JAC? Are we considered U.S. buyers if using JAC?
I see, ok thanks... but does this also apply to items coming from Amazon's different seller but shipped within the week to JAC para isang handling fee lang? Sorry for being a noob hehe... but I seriously think I need to try this out to understand it better, just waiting for my credit card haiz... should have made one when my dad is offering it to me a long time ago... kala ko kasi hindi ko kailangan... ngayon sisi na ako :P
I thought that Amazon's shopping cart is literally like a shopping cart sa mga supermarkets na kung mag checkout ka na eh lahat ng items sabay sabay nila ishiship... pero mukhang hindi pala base from reading through users here... from what I understand kahit na sabay mo sila icheck out... may ibang items na naiiwan... which is bad if JAC where not able to receive all of them within the week... Still though... is it automatic na gagawin ng JAC na isang handling fee lang or should I still inform them that other packages are mine and request them to just make it into 1 handling fee? If so... how could I inform them? Through text ba??
Anyways I just registered on Amazon to get a feel for it before I actually buy from them... naconfuse ako sa shipping address part na ito when assuming that I would check out... please help me on this considering I'll be using JAC.
Promise last question na ito haha... Long life to whomever was able to answer my question, I'll be sending you prayers everyday ;D
i have a question about pre ordering in amazon.
when you pre-order an item in amazon (for example: a video game or a cd), when do they get shipped? before the release date, on the release date, or a few days after the release?
mga sirs, I know safe bumili sa amazon mismo but is it also safe po bumili sa mga ibang sellers sa amazon? I mean won't there be danger of the credit card being hacked?
Usually 1 or 2 days before release date, to make sure you get it on time for the actual release date (if you're in the States). I've had a few pre-ordered items shipped to the Philippines 3-4 days before official release. For reference on the items you mentioned, they don't ship video games to the Philippines, but they do ship CDs to us.thanks a lot for the reply sir. So, safe to use a credit card even if buying from sellers but there's still the danger of being spammed.
It is safe to buy from Amazon sellers, as far as credit card use is concerned. However:
1. They don't ship to the Philippines. Ok lang if you're shipping to someone in the States or any other countries covered by the Amazon marketplace terms.
2. Some of them place you on a mailing list. A little irritating, I got spammed a little bit last year after a purchase of a rare VHS tape from one seller.
hi, do i need to register first to jac or can i order straight from amazon?
So first question is, is this usually the case with customs meaning was my taxes due the correct amount? It seems too big for me!
Second, if I use JAC, will I avoid this customs and duties dilemma?
Third, can I buy electronics or video games from Amazon.com and shipped directly here through JAC even if the items are limited to U.S. residents only?
I bought my 3 BDs on Amazon.com late September and used their cheapest air fare for international shipments.
Second, if I use JAC, will I avoid this customs and duties dilemma?
The problem with Amazon is even though you tell them to consolidate your multiple items, they dont. So their are times that I have to pay multiple S/H. >:(
I also asked JAC if they can do this for me, unfortunately they dont as well. :-\
Hi Paul, most of my orders are readily available but still get the same handling. As per their customer service, since most of their items comes from different places, no chance or really collating the items. So the option of group my orders until it is all available is of no use. thanks paul. ;)
I see...regret to hear about your predicament bro. Guess I'm considered very lucky with my orders as it only happened twice (one for an pre-order & one for a low stock item).
I understand when that happen it really sucks as we will have to pay extra charges to JAC. :-[
That's the price we pay for getting what we want...it pays off at the end, i guess, since it's our hobby and we'll do anything and everything to get what we want as an enthusiasts, regardless of cost...(sometimes... ;)). :P
Hi pcchin! Good to hear about that! P820 is way better than P1500 or even larger.
Just curious, how did JAC calculate the P820 price and did you use the fastest shipment option they have or is this already the slowest?
Guys, is it actually cheaper to buy at amazon rather than buying it locally sometimes? I mean gusto ko kasi sana bumili ng Onkyo 606... the problem is Amazon's price is really tempting, pag naconvert lumalabas mga 18k lang... of course I still have to consider the shipping fee at JAC which I don't know how much it would cost. Does anybody have experience on buying an Onkyo at Amazon then shipping it by JAC? How much po lumabas sa fee ng JAC??
Dito kasi sa Pinas mga 25+k ang isang Onkyo 606... laki ng deperensya.
Guys, is it actually cheaper to buy at amazon rather than buying it locally sometimes? I mean gusto ko kasi sana bumili ng Onkyo 606... the problem is Amazon's price is really tempting, pag naconvert lumalabas mga 18k lang... of course I still have to consider the shipping fee at JAC which I don't know how much it would cost. Does anybody have experience on buying an Onkyo at Amazon then shipping it by JAC? How much po lumabas sa fee ng JAC??
Dito kasi sa Pinas mga 25+k ang isang Onkyo 606... laki ng deperensya.
Anybody tried ordering from 6th Ave? They already allow shipping electronics directly to the Philippines... The problem now will be how much customs taxes that you have to pay though..
Haven't tried them but I know their prices are extremely competitive. Would you know if they would agree to ship via JAC NJ?
I'm sure they do allow shipping via JAC NJ because I've tried it before. I checked just now and tried checking out an electronic device (blu-ray player) and putting my Philippine address as the shipping address and it was allowed already. Before kasi the policy of Amazon in general is not to allow shipping of any electronics to the Philippines. Pero ngayon (at least with 6th Ave) puwede na. For a bluray player, shipping fee is around $95.00. Add to that customs tax once it arrives here. How much ba usually ang standard rate ng customs tax natin for electronics?
I'm really not sure what are the customs duties for electronics. Should be a minimum of 22% but I have always used JAC precisely because I don't want the hassle of the customs.
Depending on which croc is handling your case, yes a min of 22% up to a max of 35% (it's safer to estimate at a higher rate).
I'm really not sure what are the customs duties for electronics. Should be a minimum of 22% but I have always used JAC precisely because I don't want the hassle of the customs.
By the way, were you referring to 6th Avenue as a vendor in Amazon? Not directly ordering from them? If you order through Amazon, you can certainly ship via JAC NJ but I'm not sure if that's possible if you order direct from 6th Avenue.
I am referring to 6th Ave as a seller in Amazon..
just wanted purchase this book
(http://www.amazon.com/Petroleum-Refining-Non-Technical-PennWell-nontechnical/dp/0878142800/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1226574837&sr=8-1)
2 new from $228.90 2 used from $64.00
we'd like to purchase the used sana.
problem is hindi sila nagshishiped sa pinas. what should i do?
does amazon accept payments through pay pal?
thanks
I don't think so. Meron ka nung $10 off $50 and $15 off something no? ;D
another question po, does amazon accept debit cards? visa electron debit card or yung mastercard na debit card?
thanks
sad to say, no. only credit cards. as long as you have a legitimate u.s. address. you can enroll your philippine credit card to accept payments from amazon. :)
you don't need to have a legitimate US address to be able to use your Philippine-issued credit cards in buying items from Amazon.. You can even put your Philippine-based billing and shipping address for non-electronic items..
you don't need to have a legitimate US address to be able to use your Philippine-issued credit cards in buying items from Amazon.. You can even put your Philippine-based billing and shipping address for non-electronic items..
I agree with sir Oreo! ;D I have been ordering from both Amazon.com and Amazon.com.uk and in both of them, I indicate my credit card and Philippine billing address...no problem! ;D
Yup, that's correct. The only disadvantage of not having a US address is that you can't avail of the free shipping promo. :)
You can still avail of the free shipping if you have an account with JAC. So lumalabas, free shipping to JAC in the US from Amazon, and ang babayaran mo nalang ay yung shipping from JAC in the US to here in Manila. ;D
same lang din ba kung sold by another seller sa amazon? meaning hindi talaga amazon ang nagbebenta?
may gusto kasi akong bilin na synths from a seller sa amazon and may free shipping din.
so pwede ring magamit yung JAC address even for resellers in amazon? kasi may ibang reseller naman kung direct sa site nila ikaw bibili, they want billing address and shipping address same. kung sa amazon dadaan ang transaction, eh di ok lang magamit yung JAC address?
you don't need to have a legitimate US address to be able to use your Philippine-issued credit cards in buying items from Amazon.. You can even put your Philippine-based billing and shipping address for non-electronic items..
I agree with sir Oreo! ;D I have been ordering from both Amazon.com and Amazon.com.uk and in both of them, I indicate my credit card and Philippine billing address...no problem! ;D
hehe, suri suri, i always forget about this point. because when i registered, i put my sister's address as the billing address, but am using a philippine credit card together with my sister's u.s. address as shipping address. :)
Hmmm. So hindi pala importante na tama young billing address? As long as good yung credit card.
you have to have a correct billing address as they cross check it with the bank.. you can put different shipping addresses though for different packages..
Haven't ordered from Amazon in a while. So are the days of hassle-free shipping through Royale Logistics over?
you have to have a correct billing address as they cross check it with the bank.. you can put different shipping addresses though for different packages..
I can vouch for JAC... very friendly and efficient service. I suggest you ship your amazon orders to the new york office for faster shipping time.
Happy New Year to all!
I just check a moment ago.. Packages from Amazon shipped to NY have taxes still.. So NJ pa rin tau..
I just remebered that, "back in the day," as long as your order was below $50 and you used the cheapest shipping option, Royale Logistics would deliver your Amazon order straight to your door. So has this changed?
My wife saw that everything is on sale at gap and she had my-shoppingbox.com handle it, madali daw kausap may office kasi sila dito manila. so i tried it with my golf club, it was quick and easy.
hi guys! ask ko lang if i'll gonna buy 1 dvd only from amazon what shipping rate will they applied, per shipment or per item? 1 dvd only. thanks!
im new to this site/forum, i have to questions, una, magkano ba talaga ang dapat ibayad pag nag pick up tayo ng small packet (galing abroad) sa post office, may nabasa ako dito na atleast 1k, pero sa laguna 35 pesos lang, ano ba ang tama? and can i have the email address of royale logisticsBro Kung Hindi kasi taxable yun item mo or less than $50 ang value dapat P35 ang bayad storage fee yata yun tawag dun. Bro I suggest you use JAC para less hassle at maka iwas ka sa buwaya sa post office. ;D
I just turned my old BDO savings account into a debit/atm account and will get my card by the end of this month. I was wondering can I use it to shop on Amazon.com. Also is debit and atm mean the same thing? I know I should asked first but had stuff on my mind. Thanks In Advance.
thanks for the reply bro.
last question, fulfilled by amazon means amazon is the main seller?
yes sir amazon is the seller
Hi guys, question lang
First time ko kasi mag-Amazon, yung previous orders ko kasi were from Alibris, Tower, DVDasian, ebay. Never ako nagbayad ng tax sa post office for those orders and they were delivered directly to my house. Never ako naka-receive ng notice na I have to pick my items sa post office. Kapag amazon ba mas "takaw-pansin" ang packages (if you know what I mean) kaya napag-iinitan ng mga tao sa post office (based sa previous posts I read from this thread)? I ordered two items (1 Blu and 1 CD).
sir ang pagkaalam ko pag more than $50 yung package don lang magkakaron ng tax. Then Php 35 babayaran for handling fee.
I love amazon.com! I chose the cheapest shipping option and had my blu and cd shipped by February 2. Guess what? They arrived last Friday, February 12. Ten days lang! And they were not supposed to arrive until the 3rd of March as amazon has estimated. :D They were also delivered directly to our house without me having to pay for any additional fees. ;D
Pero sa amazon ko lang naexperience na nakalagay sa labas ng box kung ano ang items sa loob pati yung prices nila. kaya pala hindi nakakatakas yung mga beyond $50. :-\
question lng po.. kpag more than 50$ ang oorderin ko, how much po un tax? this is my first time to try to order at amazon kasi.. thanks.. :)
I just ordered a book from Amazon worth $23.47 (includes shipping), the delivery estimate is around April 6 - April 26. I hope that I don't have to pay the tax for this item. ;D
I just ordered a book from Amazon worth $23.47 (includes shipping), the delivery estimate is around April 6 - April 26. I hope that I don't have to pay the tax for this item. ;D
no tax for books..
That's according to the regulations, pero may bagong "scheme" ang Customs. Pag hindi daw philosophical and educational ang book, subject to tax daw. Kaya nga matagal nawalan ng Twilight series sa mga bookstore dahil nabinbin sa Customs. Issue yan dati eh.
no tax for books..
There's a gift option also before confirming my order so I tried it as well. Hopefully it gets delivered straight at my home. ;D
mas nakakatakot ang gift.. baka mas ma tax kahit na book sya.. wag naman sana.
may nakagamit na ba ng Amazon Rewards Visa card? Sulit ba and are they gonna charge me for signing up?
may nakagamit na ba ng Amazon Rewards Visa card? Sulit ba and are they gonna charge me for signing up?
I just ordered a book from Amazon worth (includes shipping), the delivery estimate is around April 6 - April 26. I hope that I don't have to pay the tax for this item. ;D
Only available for US residents..
how much does shipping cost if you're gonna buy a dvd from amazon? and is the 50$ limit for tax includes the shipping or just the srp of the dvd?
I just realized my last three Amazon.Com shipments by DHL International (Priority Shipping) all arrived at my doorstep without any customs due.
Maybe they've changed their policy?
Hi guys,
I'm planning to buy used Blu-rays in Amazon. Any recommendation for a 3rd party seller that gives free shipping and good items.
Thanks.
MARIO
I'm planning to buy used Blu-rays in Amazon. Any recommendation for a 3rd party seller that gives free shipping and good items.
planning on buying a book on amazon US. costs $154. may tax kya to? tnx
ok tnx.. how bout blu rays, may tax b?
meron sir,...
i can't seem to order from third order sellers. everytime i order from them, it says items can't be shipped to my location ??? has anyone experience this?
Best way is to use Johnny Air or a similar company so that there will be no problems with shipping. Did you put Philippines as your location? Some companies will only ship within the US.
yes, i put philippines as my location and shipping address. so far i got no problems with shipping from amazon and dvdempire to my address. it's just that it can't ship from third party sellers.. how can i ship from johnny air?
i'm planning to order from amazon japan for the first time although i've tried it's us and uk counterparts a number of times without any hassles. i'm curious though, is it any different from the latter two? is there any charge limit i should look out for to avoid custom taxes just like the fifty dollars limit for us orders? thanks in advance for any input. :D
There are lots of items that are for domestic use only so if you'll ship it to an international address you won't be able to purchase the item.
thanks, i'm actually planning to order cds.
I bought 3 Steelbook BD's from amazon Canada last week thru DHL and was slapped with a whopping Php 2200.00 tax. Is there a cheaper route in case I wanna order again? Also plan to order from Amazon.de and amazon.fr. Does the lower than $50.00 free from tax still apply?Thanks.
Just bought a blu-ray player and two HDMI cables and decided to have it shipped directly to my address rather than my friend in the US. Since there's an IMPORT FEES DEPOSIT (and according to their guidelines, this should take care of any and all fees for my package to arrive at my doorstep), there shouldn't be any more hassles when it comes to Customs. If I suddenly end up with fees, I will definitely challenge it.
How much is the shipping fee and import fee deposit?
I've ordered a few items (BDs) from Amazon UK and US, and currently awaiting their arrivals. I was just charged shipping and handling / postage and handling, no sales tax or VAT. Does this confirm that I am not to be collected anything by the local courier when I get the items?
Unfortunately with DHL delivering there is no way to avoid customs charges and their "fees" Do what I do, take the parcel then tell the courier to f@ck off. DHL Philippines are the biggest bunch of thieves I have ever known. I think "Erap" Estrada must be their CEO.
You should be OK with the European Amazons though.
If you order from Amazon.jp you will CERTAINLY be hit with a customs fee from DHL. No way around it either.
The shipping fee for my package was $91 (it changes depending on the number and weight of items) and the import fee was roughly $30. Amazon then gave me a $20 credit towards future purchases because of the item I ordered. Delivery estimate is December 28.
Kinda expensive, it might be better to use Johnny Air.
Good new guys! My order from Amazon just arrived today and DHL promptly delivered it to my doorstep, no extra charges whatsoever!
While I can't definitively say this is how it's going to be like for everyone, it's reassuring to know that shipping to the Philippines directly IS an option.
i thought they dont ship electronic items to the philippines
It depends on the item. Some they do, some they don't. All one has to do is add it to the cart and try checking out with the Philippine address selected.
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Ah ok. Mga Normal DVDs lang sa Amazon na hindi blu-ray pwede magpabili sa kanila? :)
Pwede sir. :)
sainyo po pwede? :D
Ober de bakod na cc ko eh.. Hahaha liit lng CL k kc..dun sa binanggit ni wildfire n names dun ka mapaorder.. Trusted n un mga un..
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Get ready to pay sales tax on Amazon
http://money.cnn.com/2012/07/18/news/economy/amazon-sales-tax/index.htm
Get ready to pay sales tax on Amazon
http://money.cnn.com/2012/07/18/news/economy/amazon-sales-tax/index.htm
bought my game of thrones season 1 bluray over amazon thru post office.. sinabihan lng ako na next time may tax na pag lagpas 60$.. i think around 61$ un order ko.. also bought some other bds kasi along with it.. i just paid the regular 40p at post office..Can you please share the procedure? I'm planning to order sa Amazon eh. Will be using SMARTMoney.
Can you please share the procedure? I'm planning to order sa Amazon eh. Will be using SMARTMoney.
Thanks!
not sure about using smart money.. i use my credit card to buy at amazon.. i choose standard international shipping and it usually ships to my local post office in manila. you only have to pay 40Php for stuff <60$. not sure how much for >60$..
recently i have encountered a problem with amazon.. despite selecting standard shipping, amazon chose to ship my order through DHL express and was charging me about 550Php. i asked amazon about this and i just realized that there is no feature in amazon to determine what method amazon choose to ship an order.. i got a reimbursement from amazon since i did not wish to pay this added cost.. they were kind enough to explain to me the details and since i didn't know about this, they decided to reimburse the charges from DHL express
Oh thanks! I'll be linking my SMARTMoney to PayPal so I think that'll work. :)
re: standard shipping
Is that an isolated case (DHL Express)? I mean, I'm afraid they'll ship my orders through DHL and charge me fees.
from the several times i've ordered from them using standard shipping, this is the first time they use DHL express to ship my order. according to their sales rep, there is no feature from amazon for us to choose how amazon will ship our order.. so i guess i just got lucky before from the numerous times i've ordered from them. btw, on another note, i received my shipment from DHL in perfect good condition still sealed in the box.. i notice that at the post office, all my boxes have been opened and resealed before they hand it over to you.. to check the contents siguro, otherwise my orders are in perfect condition. if this is a big deal for you, you would wish they ship by DHL..with extra charges lng nga..
Oh thanks! I'll be linking my SMARTMoney to PayPal so I think that'll work. :)
re: standard shipping
Is that an isolated case (DHL Express)? I mean, I'm afraid they'll ship my orders through DHL and charge me fees.
I use Smartmoney almost in all of my Amazon purchases.. Amazon UK charges you within 5~10 minutes after you click "proceed".. Amazon US and Canada about 20~30 minutes, sometimes longer. You had to unlocked the internet transaction after 30 minutes had passed coz it automatically locks after 30 minutes..
Oh hi there! :)
Do you use JAC when purchasing from Amazon?
Hope I get to have my SMARTMoney next week.
For Amazon US, I had my later purchases delivered to my niece's NJ address after it got "lost in the mail" for direct Ph delivery (I got a refund from Amazon). She then send it to me after consolidation tru JAC. For Amazon Canada, I had it delivered to my college buddy's address in Toronto and he then send it to me tru various means. For Amazon UK, I only started last Nov. and had it shipped directly to my Ph address. So far, I had all the praises for Amazon UK. 17 days from dispatched to door...
NJ next year pa..
Anybody here knows cargo companies that consolidates stuff bought online abroad so that I could save on shipping.
Anybody here knows cargo companies that consolidates stuff bought online abroad so that I could save on shipping.
ako din mga brader... nag padala ako amazon then US address... nagkapatong patong p yun shipment then tax... not knowing pwede pla rekta pinas...
what if I order CD's and LP's or headphone... mga magkano po add charge...?
thanks
Nangongolekta na pala ng tax ang Amazon sa New Jersey. Sa NJ office ng Johnny Air ko pinapadala when I order. So I have to compare na yun tax sa New York. If ever, sa NY office ng Johnny Air na lang if same lang ang amount ng tax. Mas mabilis pa delivery sa Phils. if straight to NY yun package.
Mas mataas pa rin ang tax if delivered to NY..
Malaki ba difference sir? Pero thanks pa rin for the info.
Mga sir, question lang.. malaki ba difference ng shipping/tax if ever direct to pinas na.. Kasi usually gumagamit ako ng johnny air eh. Natatakot kasi ako idirect baka magulat ako sa babayaran ko pagdating ng items sa pinas eh..tska ask ko na din kung doorstep delivery kaya un or kukunin pa sa customs? TIA
Mga sir, question lang.. malaki ba difference ng shipping/tax if ever direct to pinas na.. Kasi usually gumagamit ako ng johnny air eh. Natatakot kasi ako idirect baka magulat ako sa babayaran ko pagdating ng items sa pinas eh..tska ask ko na din kung doorstep delivery kaya un or kukunin pa sa customs? TIA
I was not aware of PayPal currency conversion fees. I payed 265 pounds. Paypal tacked on 8.8 pounds to my invoice. Can someone explain why this is done? I pay my CC in pesos.
Reliable pa ba customs calculator na ito:
http://triviasofsubstance.blogspot.com/2010/08/philippines-customs-tax-calculator.html
I was not aware of PayPal currency conversion fees. I payed 265 pounds. Paypal tacked on 8.8 pounds to my invoice. Can someone explain why this is done? I pay my CC in pesos.
Reliable pa ba customs calculator na ito:
http://triviasofsubstance.blogspot.com/2010/08/philippines-customs-tax-calculator.html
Meron talaga yan chief kahit gamitan mo un sa amazon upon checkout pag convert sa peso may additional na fee even direct na CC. Hindi ang paypal kung hindi ang amazon mismo. Check it out na direct CC mo tapos peso ang gamitin mo na currency makikita mo ung additional fee dun sa pagcheck out mo. Kala ng iba un dollar amount un na yun hindi po may additional fee pa talaga lalo na peso ang CC mo.
Sample computation mas mataas ang exchange rate price of the item 369.99 and exchange rate at 43.7. Total of purchase if the rate at 43.7 total of 16168.53php pero hindi mas mataas exchange rate nila. ;) ;)
^ Amazon US lets you choose whether to charge your credit card in US dollars or local currency:
"Why is Amazon.com asking for the currency of my card?
When you purchase eligible items from Amazon.com using an eligible Visa or MasterCard credit or debit card denominated in currencies supported by Amazon Currency Converter, you may be able to pay in your local currency. The Amazon Currency Converter uses several pieces of information, such as the country your card was issued in, to determine your local currency. In some cases, we might not get it right. If the wrong currency type is detected, you should select 'My card is in a different currency' and choose the correct currency of your payment method. We will store the currency you selected for your card for future eligible purchases.
Once you have selected the currency of your card, Amazon Currency Converter will automatically display your payment total in your local currency on the order summary page or the product detail page for 1-click ordering, so you know how much you are paying before you pay. If you'd rather pay for your order in U.S. Dollars (USD), click the "Switch Currency" button and choose the "USD" option when you are on the order summary page."
http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html/ref=ox_psp_tell_currency_why?ie=UTF8&nodeId=201042250&pop-up=1 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html/ref=ox_psp_tell_currency_why?ie=UTF8&nodeId=201042250&pop-up=1)
I noticed din na mas mataas exchange rate ng amazon..kaya ginawa ko pina charge ko as is in USD..pag ganun ang forex ng bank ang masusunod..which syempre is mas mataas pa din sa current exchange rate pero mas mataas pa din yun sa amazon..when I recently ordered asa 46 ung rate sa amazon pag ni compute mo..pero sa bank pag ni compute mo asa 44 lng..malas mo na lang pag nag post yung transaction sa CC eh nag spike ang exchange rate hehe
I noticed din na mas mataas exchange rate ng amazon..kaya ginawa ko pina charge ko as is in USD..pag ganun ang forex ng bank ang masusunod..which syempre is mas mataas pa din sa current exchange rate pero mas mataas pa din yun sa amazon..when I recently ordered asa 46 ung rate sa amazon pag ni compute mo..pero sa bank pag ni compute mo asa 44 lng..malas mo na lang pag nag post yung transaction sa CC eh nag spike ang exchange rate heheI observe the same practice. Our local banks and/or credit card companies do charge lower rates compared with Amazon US.
best way is to get a credit card with dual currency
purchase in dollars, pay in dollars
Ganun din chief san tayo kukuha ng dollars pang bayad kung nasa pinas tayo? Di ba bibili din tayo mas mahal din.
sa bank sir ako nabili, konti lang difference sa exchange rate.
Tama sir pero the last time na bumili ako parang 1 dollar din ang additional nila pag bibili ka compare sa bentahan talaga same as sa sinabi ni disturbed na pag bayad ka in peso nasa 44 din. So pag direct na payment no hassle na bibili ka pa ang mag fillup ng form. Kasi may form ka na fillup pag bibili ka di ba.
Tama sir pero the last time na bumili ako parang 1 dollar din ang additional nila pag bibili ka compare sa bentahan talaga same as sa sinabi ni disturbed na pag bayad ka in peso nasa 44 din. So pag direct na payment no hassle na bibili ka pa ang mag fillup ng form. Kasi may form ka na fillup pag bibili ka di ba.
Tama sir pero the last time na bumili ako parang 1 dollar din ang additional nila pag bibili ka compare sa bentahan talaga same as sa sinabi ni disturbed na pag bayad ka in peso nasa 44 din. So pag direct na payment no hassle na bibili ka pa ang mag fillup ng form. Kasi may form ka na fillup pag bibili ka di ba.
Since you're here in the US na,
enjoy shopping via Amazon and ebay sir,...
Always choose standard shipping, the USPS is very efficient in delivering items,...
^-^
Ou nga very efficient sila may mga pinabili na sa akin eto nag dadatingan na by end of month first balikbayan box will be ship. ;) ;)
Sa atin mga shipping company wala pakialam sa mga pinapaship basta na lang balibag pag handle nila. :o :o
Are you on a business trip,..?
Am pretty sure you'll like it here, weather is great,
air is so clean, friendly people, you might want to consider migrating too...
will I cancel my amazon Prime membership or not? just a survey...
pros & cons lang po...
will I cancel my amazon Prime membership or not? just a survey...
pros & cons lang po...
will I cancel my amazon Prime membership or not? just a survey...
pros & cons lang po...
$35 na? I hope bumilis na din yung time preparing for shipment nila. Last 3 orders ko lahat umabot ng 7 days before they shipped. Super tagal kahit lahat naman in stock.
Baka ploy to sign up for prime? Mas mabilis ba mag ship out ng in stock items pag naka prime?
But in fairness to Amazon, always naman umaabot sa estimated delivery date, para makahabol I think they use a faster shipping option pag late na sila nag ship out ng order. I noticed sa last order ko, it took 2 days to reach CA from they're warehouse in Kentucky ata yun, dahil that same week na yung deadline nila for delivery.
will I cancel my amazon Prime membership or not? just a survey...
pros & cons lang po...
magiging $99 na ang amazon prime membership (from $79)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=201482600
from 79 to 99 plus tax sa mga items.. di na sulit.. maybe ill pass getting amazon prime this time..
Para makatipid invite na lang. One member ng amazon prime can invite up to 4 members.
Para makatipid invite na lang. One member ng amazon prime can invite up to 4 members.
oo nga no, lalabas $25 each ^-^
sinong gusto makipag share sa akin? ehehehehe
Ano ba restriction sa sharing? Kailangan yata family member..
In addition to your ISP email account, create Yahoo, Gmail addresses for you and your loved ones then use those email addresses one by one to create an Amazon account and voila - you get 30-day Amazon Prime trial repeatedly. Rinse and repeat yearly ;D
how to extend for 1 year more for 79$..
my subscription will end on may 18, ill be taking hati hati sa amazon account for those who are interested.. of course divided by 4 yung $80 ++
http://lifehacker.com/get-another-year-of-amazon-prime-for-79-even-as-a-cur-1543360940/@shaneroberts
Anybody who would like to share with my Existing Prime Account? I have another 8 months remaining. If we divide by 4, for 8 months you can use my Prime for only $12.50. :)
Anybody who would like to share with my Existing Prime Account? I have another 8 months remaining. I can still share it with 4 "household members". If we divide by 5, for 8 months you can use my Prime for only $10.00. :)good deal na Ito. Naki share lang ako paid only $16. Isang order mo lang bawi ka na. Yun kaka avail lang ng amazon prime puwede naman cancel makakakuha ka ng refund.
sayang doc, i just bought an amazon prime renew card for $79. mid may 2014 pa and expiry
If ipa cancel mo, pwede yata irefund na pro rated..
Anybody who would like to share with my Existing Prime Account? I have another 8 months remaining. I can still share it with 4 "household members". If we divide by 5, for 8 months you can use my Prime for only $10.00. :)
Anybody who would like to share with my Existing Prime Account? I have another 8 months remaining. I can still share it with 4 "household members". If we divide by 5, for 8 months you can use my Prime for only $10.00. :)
puede pong makishare?
how does this work? I give you $10 and you can authorize my existing amazon account? if yes count me in. :)
how does this work? I give you $10 and you can authorize my existing amazon account? if yes count me in. :)
Invited already.. 3 more slots available..
doc, d po ba share so paanu po ung payment and the renewal of it? :) senxa na po new lng kc ako s amazon buying eh
Hi guys! Planning to order oppo bdp from amazon. May taxes ba pagdating dito? Anybody here tried it? :)
Thanks. :D
Hi all,
Does Amazon accepts Philippine Credit/Debit cards?
How do I create an account?
Do I need a US address?
I'm planning to use my-shopping box as the forwarder for the items that I will purchase.
Thanks.
thanks energizer and conan..
so on the billing address, i guess i need to put my cc's billing address which Philippines..
then on the delivery address i'll have to put in the forwarders US address?
is this correct?
whats the advantage of using a third party shipping like JAC or LBC over direct international shipping to my house? thanks..
Dadaan sa customs yung mhga items at they will open the package in front of youand you will pay custom taxes, which is very high
Also, I received my shipment via LBC Shipping Cart within 5 days from my online payment of air cargo charges.
Diretso na ba sa bahay mo sir? I also ordered cartridges and other turntable accessories address to LBC Cart eh. Thanks.
Yes. Their rates include taxes and door-to-door delivery. That's why they have different minimum fees for delivery to Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. Per pound rates for shipment to these places are the same.
hello everyone. inquiry lang po. meron po bang seller dito sa pinoydvd na tumatanggap ng orders in the future sa amazon us or uk or any us online store for dvds, cds, vinyl lps, books, posters? paki-pm na lang po ako for details regarding payment and delivery. maraming salamat po. :)
for non prime members, minimum order for free shipping dapat $49 na
Damn tumaas na naman. Hindi na ako nag Prime, ang mahal na rin. But there was a time na nag discount sila sa Prime.
di na rin ako prime, nag expire ang prime ko last jan27. nabili ko prime membership last year, $72. sana may sale uli :)
Nag sale sila 3 months ago. around $67 lang.
Yon nga. May bluray na mura sana ako gusto bilhin kaso for Prime members lang. :-(
dati nag prime trial ako.. last month inalok ako uli for prime trial.. so nagtrial ako uli.. hehe pwede yata may more than 1 account... hehe para trial nalang ng trial.. hehe
LOTR:trilogy ext. edition deal of the day for only $26.99
got it! lightning deal lang pala.
price is back to $7x.xx ulit!
meron ba sa inyo lately nag avail ng consolidation thru 3rd party company?
how was it and how do you get it? door-to-door?
Amazon Prime membership will likely be discounted to $68 this Friday (http://www.aftvnews.com/amazon-prime-membership-will-likely-be-discounted-to-68-this-friday/)
If meron ka "grandfathered" account where you share with non-Family members, you will likely lose this if you avail of the $68 discounted rate. Your account will then be under the current rules that account sharing is only with family members (and shared credit card yata). Nabasa ko somewhere - I may be wrong.
basta nagrenew sir current rules na ang masusunod
kaya di na rin ako nagrenew ng prime useless eh
same here hindi na ako nag renew. masyado na expensive at $99 per year.
http://customs.gov.ph/boc-increases-de-minimis-from-p10-to-p10000/
Hopefully this means the International Shipping option for Amazon will be less import tax for Items below 10,000 php *crosses fingers*
Anyone actually tried using the old postal office lately (i.e. from Amazon/Ebay shipped internationally to your house in Phils)? Was the new customs order implemented?
How about when using Forex or Johnny Air, would this change how they compute shipping charges?
Anyone actually tried using the old postal office lately (i.e. from Amazon/Ebay shipped internationally to your house in Phils)? Was the new customs order implemented?yes, my aunt used it to send my 1 pc cd, ayun mga 3 weeks na wala pa.
First 75 buyers pala yan.
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kakabadtrip talaga sa amazon. mas mataas palitan ng peso sa dollar. nag order ako 4tb seagate ang 119 $ ko inabot ng 6,700+ my tax pa na 432. tsk tsk.
order it in $ then pay sa bank in peso. mas mababa nag rate.
order it in $ then pay sa bank in peso. mas mababa nag rate.Sorry, paano po yun? For example bpi credit card gamit ko, i'll just select to pay in $ kahit philippine credit card-issued ang credit card ko?
Sorry, paano po yun? For example bpi credit card gamit ko, i'll just select to pay in $ kahit philippine credit card-issued ang credit card ko?
kakabadtrip talaga sa amazon. mas mataas palitan ng peso sa dollar. nag order ako 4tb seagate ang 119 $ ko inabot ng 6,700+ my tax pa na 432. tsk tsk.
You can avoid taxes by buying from amazon marketsellers.. Minsan mas mababa pa price nila.
Medyo nag-e-effort ang Walmart lumaban sa Amazon. Mas maliit pa din variety ng products na available sa kanila, but they've been offering free 2-day shipping for orders worth at least $35 since January. Very competitive yung free shipping nila within the US.
Just looked up a couple of things (HID bulbs and Asics shoes), their selection is poor compared to Amazon.True. It's supposedly about a fifth of what's in Amazon.
Hello, I am new at Paypal po and it has funds. Gusto ko sana gamitin sa Amazon. Pwede po kaya?I don't think Amazon takes PayPal. You can move the funds to your credit / debit card for use.
I don't think Amazon takes PayPal. You can move the funds to your credit / debit card for use.I didnt know I can move the funds to my credit card. I'll try that one instead.
the news about no taxes for things less than 10k is not true. i ordered 'Two Films by Lino Brocka' bd+dvd the conventional way from amazon uk to local post office. i paid 100p +12p for 12%vat. total 112p.. ndi lng nawala nadagdagan pa ng vat... tsktsk... i used to pay 75p lng. then tumaas to 100.. ngyon plus 12% VAT pa... hay pilipinas.... :- or did i just misunderstood the new rule.. didnt ask abt it na ksi strict ng customs. he even askd for the proof of purchase. dati ndi nman hinihingi...Hindi ata VAT yan sir.
the news about no taxes for things less than 10k is not true. i ordered 'Two Films by Lino Brocka' bd+dvd the conventional way from amazon uk to local post office. i paid 100p +12p for 12%vat. total 112p.. ndi lng nawala nadagdagan pa ng vat... tsktsk... i used to pay 75p lng. then tumaas to 100.. ngyon plus 12% VAT pa... hay pilipinas.... :-\ or did i just misunderstood the new rule.. didnt ask abt it na ksi strict ng customs. he even askd for the proof of purchase. dati ndi nman hinihingi...
oh ok thanks for the clarification. but looking back at my old receipts. walang vat dati. ngyon lng nagkaroon..
Paano pala itransfer ang PayPal funds sa debit/credit card if I have P2,000 Paypal funds?1. Log in to your account and click the ‘Withdraw’ tab.
1. Log in to your account and click the ‘Withdraw’ tab.Done. So helpful. Many thanks.
2. Click ‘Transfer funds to your card’.
3. Fill in the required information and click ‘Continue’.
bumaba na free shipping ng amazon from $35 to $25
Buti naman!
Pano mag tax refund sa Amazon para sa non-US based purchasers? I heard pwede daw.
Yes you can pay in $ with your philippine-issued card.
Here's the breakdown of your refund for this item:
Item Refund: $18.32
Item Tax Refund: $1.74
We'll apply your refund to the following payment method(s):
MasterCard Credit Card: $20.06
MasterCard Credit Card: $20.06
We've processed a refund for the above order in the amount of $20.06. In most cases, once a refund has been submitted, the issuing bank will post it to your account within 3-5 business days when issued to a credit card. Refunds issued to a bank account or pin-less debit typically take 10 business days to reflect on the account balance. This time frame may vary from one financial institution to another.
Hi i have a question re amazo prime. There are bds ksi exclusive to prime members, i know i read somewhere that it's free first year and you can opt to unsubscribe anytime, just want to ask if may charge nga b talaga ksi hirap magpadispute credit card if ever macharge... Thanks
alam ko first month lang normally ang free. pwede mo naman idiscontinue yung prime para hindi ka ma autocharge pagdating ng renewal ng prime membership
The best talaga ang experience ko sa customer service ng Amazon. Nag order ako ng isang batch ng items. Mali yung isa so pina-RMA ko doon sa cargo forwarder yung wrong item. Binalik nila lahat by mistake. lol
Kahit yung isa lang ang pinapa-refund ko sa website, automatically nilang ni-refund lahat nung na receive nila na items without any intervention from me so it was as simple as re-ordering the other items without much delay kasi free two day shipping naman since naka Prime trial pa ako.
In another case, finollow up ko yung isang order ko na medyo late. Napaka responsive at helpful yung CS chat nila. Walang matagalang at paulit ulit na chat session, resolution kaagad.
Much better experience overall kumpara sa Lazada.
Sana talaga matuloy yung Amazon SEA branch.
Bro GI Joe, San galing yun $24 discount?
does the courier still charge extras for taxes from the amount billed by Amazon if the package is delivered locally?
this is nice. we can take out third party shipping vendors and just go straight. im so tempted!!! haha
Yes lalo na less than 10k and di bulky pag bluray bluray din lang. Yung nvidia shield ko with remote and controller 8k+ landed price na. ;D ;D
I tried direct shipping once with a sub-P10k order a couple of months ago. Okay nga! It only took 4-days from ordering to arriving direct to my door.
Minsan kung ifafactor pa natin yung cost at time ng shipping to the US-based cargo forwarder warehouse, plus yung shipping going to the PHL, lumalabas na mas mabilis na yung direct at mas mura pa. Great for small items.
That said, pag medyo marami or malalaki na items at yung total value is above P10K, tapos kung free shipping domestic US shipping naman, sa cargo forwarder pa rin ako dumadaan kasi may package consolidation din sila.
On another note, excited ako haul ko itong nakaraan na Black Friday at Cyber Monday sale, nakalibre na naman ako ng Amazon Prime one-month trial since over $300 ang total order. Got some LPs, SSDs at rock-bottom prices at hard-to-find tech gadgets na wala or overpriced sa Lazada at Shoppee. Nag bigay pa ang Amazon ng additional automatic discounts and coupons na applied on checkout. Nice! :D
Amazon SEA, where are you! ;D
Di ko alam san galing auto discount siya eh additional
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eto nga yung nakita kong Nvidia Shield na Almost 9k lang yata ...ikaw ba yun brader si GIJOE sa Hometheater Group? hehehe ;D ....tempted din akong umorder haahaha basta less 10k no tax ..straight to your home pa delivery!!!! sanka pa!!! kelan ba ulit sale mag Black Friday sale? ;) may free trial ang Amazon prime? ...hhehe
I tried ordering an RC toy moments ago and I had almost $31 in shipping and tax. Where is the below 10k tax exemption? Is it bcoz am not a Prime member?
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Just wondering, what shipping company did they use?
yes.. si GiJoe yun.Ayun siya nga hehehe
Additional tipid tip, laging piliin yung USD as payment currency sa Amazon kasi mas mababa ang nagiging actual charges sa credit card kumpara sa PHP payment currency.
I tried ordering an RC toy moments ago and I had almost $31 in shipping and tax. Where is the below 10k tax exemption? Is it bcoz am not a Prime member?
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Sa pagkakaalam ko wala nang sales tax kung shipped directly to Philippines. Baka yan talaga ang shipping charge ng UPS. Pwede kasing mahal kasi sila depending on the size of the package.
If ever may state sales tax, pwede naman mag apply ng tax refund as long as may bill of lading na indicated na yung shipping address ay dito sa PHL.
Maybe it is NY sales tax?
eto nga yung nakita kong Nvidia Shield na Almost 9k lang yata ...ikaw ba yun brader si GIJOE sa Hometheater Group? hehehe ;D ....tempted din akong umorder haahaha basta less 10k no tax ..straight to your home pa delivery!!!! sanka pa!!! kelan ba ulit sale mag Black Friday sale? ;) may free trial ang Amazon prime? ...hhehe
this. hehe kanina it was at 52.33 sa BDO compared sa 55+ na conversion ni Amazon. you save a few more bucks by purchasing in dollars talaga ;)not in my case but it happened only once. nag screenshot ako in PHP tapos pinili ko USD pa rin pero nung lumabas na yung actual charge is mas napamahal ako ng around 500php.
Alam ko pag icharge ka na nila saka yung computation ng palitan hindi pag nagcheckout ka saka icharge nung card. Imhopag checkout in peso yun na actual charge pero pag USD is pag i-charge na and depende sa exchange rate but maybe i'm wrong.
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Quick question, sorry if this has been asked. Hindi na ako nakapagbackthread. Can you apply for a tax exemption if you used a shipping address from My Shopping Box?
Quick question, sorry if this has been asked. Hindi na ako nakapagbackthread. Can you apply for a tax exemption if you used a shipping address from My Shopping Box?
Hingi ka ng bill of lading with your Philippine address galing MSB tapos email mo sa [email protected] kasama yung order #. Mabilis ang processing ng tax refund ng Amazon. Almost instantaneously kung in order yung documentation.
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Ordered shield from amazon. Billed in PH for amount of 10136. Didn't get taxed. Delivered saturday evening by UPS.
Back to $199 ba or what is the price you got the shield? I got billed 8500 as per the CC of my wife delivered last saturday din and purchase around november 26 it take only 5-6 days for me to get the item.
Got it for $159 + shipping
Hingi ka ng bill of lading with your Philippine address galing MSB tapos email mo sa [email protected] kasama yung order #. Mabilis ang processing ng tax refund ng Amazon. Almost instantaneously kung in order yung documentation.
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We do regret on this but we can't provide a copy of bill of lading but you can use your AWB copy
that you will receive together with your package upon delivery.
hmmm, may nakahingi na ba nito from MSB? their response to me is:
di tuloy ako makapag claim :(
hmmm, may nakahingi na ba nito from MSB? their response to me is:
di tuloy ako makapag claim :(
Ayus na din pala magkano shipping mo parang ang ang ang mahal kasi sa akin $159 din kaya lang nag less pa ng $24 di ko alam san galing yung binawas pa. Total ng purchase ko sana is 159.99+$22.69 na shipping tapos ng less ng $24 which di ko alam san galing.
Ung shipping na 22.69, yan ba ung normal shipping or expedited?
^ so true!
Nag-order ako ng AmazonBasics Wall-Mount Monitor Arm last Dec. 8. Direct shipping na at hindi ko na pinadaan sa SC since mas mahal pa yung SC air shipping by $10 tapos mas mabagal pa. Wala na rin charge na US taxes.
Dumating na yung Am*zonBasics wall mount monitor arm ko kagabi. 5 days lang from ordering, delivered to my door by UPS. Sa tingin ko mabilis na considering peak season ngayon. Walang hininging extra customs payment ang UPS sa akin unlike yung FedEx dati. Buti hindi ko na pinadaan ito sa US cargo forwarder. :)
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parang at an average pala mga $5 lang difference eh, tapos 30-45 days pa yung sa MSB compared sa 5-7 days kay Amazon.
F them! im getting my items shipped direct from Amazon from now on!
I went through hoops buying an Ergotron monitor arm desk mount a couple of years ago. Good to know that you can have it shipped directly to your doorstep now!
Shecks, so im hitting a wall sa tax refund request ko (around $50-60 din pala!) since need talaga ni Amazon yung Bill of Landing or Air Waybill to facilitate the request.
Si my shopping box dedma na sa follow ups ko. was even asking na i-certify na lang nila na yung mga orders na yun eh na-ship nga sakin. bad trip.
Anyways, looking at getting items shipped direct from Amazon which costs around $25 average, mas matipid pa talaga ata compared to using third party shippers since
- No sales tax
- Depending on the box dimension when shipped, baka mas mura pa if direct from Amazon
- takes just a week max to be delivered
- ayoko na mag MSB >:(
correct me if im wrong, pero ok nb customs ntin ngyon.. still has that fear of baka mahold items ko pag direct shipping?
wow...ok to ahh....so kahit mga shoes?....
......Cole haan sales watch out hehe...
wow...ok to ahh....so kahit mga shoes?....
......Cole haan sales watch out hehe...
correct me if im wrong, pero ok nb customs ntin ngyon.. still has that fear of baka mahold items ko pag direct shipping?
How about if you pay the import fees they still ship it direct? anybody tried that? thanks
^yes. that is accurate and was told a few times already from the previous comments.
Confirm ko lang sirs... pag below Php10,000 cost of the item, no duties/taxes na and the item will be shipped door to door? Previous experience ko kasi was I had to pick the item up from the post office which was a hassle.
TIA
^related Q, do you go to the international shop or just the US?
For me, just the shipping fee if less 10k.. about $20 for a $79.99 Anker Soundboost..
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do you guys pay the duties and handling deposit, then just wait for the refund from amazon?
Yes twice na akong nagoorder sa amazon and i believe even more than 10k door to door pa din kasi si amazon na din naniningil ng import fees. I order mga 8k+ isang nvidia shield and isang external 8TB magkaibang order. Dati kasi USPS gamit nila AFAIK kaya sa post office bagsak ng delivery. Ngayon gamit nila is UPS na kaya door to door na.
w/c currency u charges ur purchased s amazon, dollar or peso?If you expect returns and refunds then pesos. If not then dollars.
w/c currency u charges ur purchased s amazon, dollar or peso?
how to go about with some items that cannot be shipped to philippines? like some books and electronics?
how to go about with some items that cannot be shipped to philippines? like some books and electronics?
Cargo forwarder na siguro like Shipping Cart, MSB, JAC, etc.
how to go about with some items that cannot be shipped to philippines? like some books and electronics?
i forgot my password in amazon when i try to reset the password thru verification code sent in my email it kept on asking for my phone number per amazon record which i could no longer recall....has anyone experience this? how do i resolve this? thanks
Any recommendations for $150 item that is eligible for shipping to Philippines, aside from Shield TV? May promo kasi Citi less $15 max until end of this month lang.I would go for the 8tb external
@GIJoe, pa-ride naman sa Prime monope, nakakadalawanf trial na ko ng prime. hehe!
Pag nag-purchase ba ako ng item during trial, singilin ako ng Amazon pag nag-cancel ako before trial ends?
nope, nakakadalawanf trial na ko ng prime. hehe!
i forgot my password in amazon when i try to reset the password thru verification code sent in my email it kept on asking for my phone number per amazon record which i could no longer recall....has anyone experience this? how do i resolve this? thanksSir any update if you were able to resolve this? Cannot access my original Amazon account when it was locked when I was in the US way back 2013. My companion and I were shopping for X box 360s at local stores in LA but when I checked with Amazon the price was lower so I decided to order 2 and have it delivered at our friend's US residence. I suspect that Amazon might have assumed that my account was hacked cause it's the first time I used that US address as delivery destination so they blocked my account. I tried several times resetting my password through links provided to my e-mail but was denied access every time. Had to register another account using a different address when I arrived back here so that I can continue shopping with Amazon. Tried to access my original account about a month ago by resetting my password but same result.
create a new account?Exactly what I did. Problem is my daughter's Amazon Fire was linked to my account and all her e-books that was previously purchased cannot be accessed anymore.
Id like to order the shield but with controller, it'll be more than 10k pesos converted, will there be any issues with customs or extra taxes? Thanks.
Edit: if i avail for a free trial of prime, what benefits do i get for this intended purchase of the shield?
Apologies, real virgin with amazon.
Bilis talaga mamaya idedeliver na ito. Partida expedite shipping lang yan.
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iba ba talaga ang exchange rate sa amazon?
Mabuhay!
I just want to be sure, my first time to order sa amazon.com. I'm planning to buy an unlocked sony phone and it says it ships directly to my place. Nakita ko naman na may mga taxes including shipping tax na babayaran kaya sya nagmahal. Ask ko lang po, yung TOTAL na babayaran iyon na po ba iyon? Kapag dumating dito sa amin wala na akong extrang babayaran na tax? Just wanna make sure. Salamat po.
Mabuhay!
I just want to be sure, my first time to order sa amazon.com. I'm planning to buy an unlocked sony phone and it says it ships directly to my place. Nakita ko naman na may mga taxes including shipping tax na babayaran kaya sya nagmahal. Ask ko lang po, yung TOTAL na babayaran iyon na po ba iyon? Kapag dumating dito sa amin wala na akong extrang babayaran na tax? Just wanna make sure. Salamat po.
If the total including shipping exceeds the equivalent of P10,000...baka may extra charges.Correct sir, there will be extra charges and it will be included in the billing. I bought a projector worth more than 10t and customs charges were already added.
Correct sir, there will be extra charges and it will be included in the billing. I bought a projector worth more than 10t and customs charges were already added.
The tax or duties that amazon adds to clear customs are estimates.
It basically makes you commit to buy something and making you aware that there are duties to be paid.
The amount you will actually pay will depend on the assessor.
If you want to pay something as a exact amount for customs.
JAC in my experience is proven to be able to get your stuff clear customs by paying a fix amount of taxes/duties per item classification.
Laptops or phones I think was 2.5k fixed for customs taxes. You have to double check it.
If in case the customs processing fee charged by Amazon is more than the actual assessed fee by the customs, will Amazon refund the excess amount paid? Have there been cases where the Amazon customs processing fee was lower than the actual assessed amount so an additional payment must be made to the shipping company, UPS upon release of the package?
Anyway, I still use Shipping Cart for orders worth over 10K since they can consolidate packages and deliver direct to my door, all inclusive in their shipping charges. Not exactly cheap, though.
If in case the customs processing fee charged by Amazon is more than the actual assessed fee by the customs, will Amazon refund the excess amount paid? Have there been cases where the Amazon customs processing fee was lower than the actual assessed amount so an additional payment must be made to the shipping company, UPS upon release of the package?Yes, Amazon does refund excess. It'll just take up to a month to get refunded. Happened to me already. It's a pleasant surprise.
Anyway, I still use Shipping Cart for orders worth over 10K since they can consolidate packages and deliver direct to my door, all inclusive in their shipping charges. Not exactly cheap, though.
This comes from Amazon website.
You won't be charged additional fees if the actual Import Fees exceed the Import Fees Deposit we estimated. For items sold by Amazon Marketplace sellers, please check the seller's policies.
If the actual Import Fees are less than the Import Fees Deposit collected by us on your behalf, you'll automatically be refunded the difference to the payment method you used for the order. You'll receive a notification e-mail confirming the amount of the refund. The process takes 60 days from the shipment date.
I am not sure if Amazon will levy another 10% NY sales tax on the sale shipped overseas.
I only use amazon for items where I cannot get anywhere else. Amazon is expensive especially if you bypass it and go straight to the source.
The only items I get from Amazon are electronics that i find way cheaper than local prices.
Warranty is an issue though.
i'll avail of expedited shipping on my next transaction -- rather priority shipping.
thanks for keeping us updated, sir @GIJoe!
nag Accept ba ang Amazon ng G-Cash MasterCard?...
Up for this question. TIA.As long as Mastercard or Visa, accepted yan sa Amazon.. Use to have a Smartmoney card and it is a Mastercard, accepted sa Amazon..
Mga peeps question, pag nakalagay is "Price: $583.00 & FREE Shipping" does it means na eligible pa rin i-deliver dto sa atin(Philippines). Sale kasi yung projector. Tia!
I ordered a couple of books from Amazon last December. Sa sobrang excitement ko basta I just had shipped it to my office in BGC. After a month, I got a notice that my books are available already in Taguig Post Office. Charge was just Php 120.00 but I did not expect that there's so much hassle going to Taguig Post Office in Lower Bicutan, akala ko malapit lang sa BGC. No parking space in the area except for the supermarket near the post office who would normally not allow people to park even after you bought something.
Question mga sirspag maliit lang naman yung item is baka kasya sa maleta and depende ilang kgs kinuha nilang baggage allowance.
May relative ako from states pauwi dito sa pinas
Kapag umorder ako sa amazon tapos delivered sa address nila at ipapasabay ko yung box sa paguwi malaki ba charges or tax?
By size ba ng box?
By weight ba ng box?
By declared value ba ng laman ng box?
Or hindi pwedeng isabay sa plane nila?
Question mga sirs
May relative ako from states pauwi dito sa pinas
Kapag umorder ako sa amazon tapos delivered sa address nila at ipapasabay ko yung box sa paguwi malaki ba charges or tax?
By size ba ng box?
By weight ba ng box?
By declared value ba ng laman ng box?
Or hindi pwedeng isabay sa plane nila?
Question mga sirskung for personal use walang issue. almost every year umuuwi yung mga pamangkin namin, since 6 sila, may dala silang 6 balikbayan boxes. so iba iba ang laman nun, multiple bags, rubber shoes, kaldero, ps4 at xbox. never sila nag ka issue sa customs. minsan daw tinatanong sasabihin lang nila pasalubong.
May relative ako from states pauwi dito sa pinas
Kapag umorder ako sa amazon tapos delivered sa address nila at ipapasabay ko yung box sa paguwi malaki ba charges or tax?
By size ba ng box?
By weight ba ng box?
By declared value ba ng laman ng box?
Or hindi pwedeng isabay sa plane nila?
Ordered last Feb. 8 at around 9:30PM
arrived today at around 7PM
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sobrang bilib ako sa bilis ng delivery! mas mabilis pa sa shoppee at lazada! haha
Ordered last Feb. 8 at around 9:30PM
arrived today at around 7PM
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sobrang bilib ako sa bilis ng delivery! mas mabilis pa sa shoppee at lazada! haha
Question mga sirs
May relative ako from states pauwi dito sa pinas
Kapag umorder ako sa amazon tapos delivered sa address nila at ipapasabay ko yung box sa paguwi malaki ba charges or tax?
By size ba ng box?
By weight ba ng box?
By declared value ba ng laman ng box?
Or hindi pwedeng isabay sa plane nila?
how much is the shipping cost and taxes for such order sir?Shipping cost is around 1.2k pesos. No additional tax because item is below 10k pesos.
Was this delivered right at your doorstep sir? Or did you have to go to the post office to claim?Delivered straight at our doorstep via UPS
Delivered straight at our doorstep via UPS
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check with Amazon... make a mock transaction and indicate there the US delivery address. usually, if to be delivered to US address, baka meron yan State tax -- depende saang State, iba iba VAT rate or sales tax per State eh. pero free delivery yan sa door nila kahit saan sa mainland USWhat i mean is from us to here in the philiooines
Pwede kayang av receiver or projector ang ipapadala ko papunta dito?
Yes pero mahal kasi may tax na yan and shipping is pricey kasi malaki na yung item.
Delivered straight at our doorstep via UPS
What shipping option did you choose in Amazon so it's delivered to your doorstep? I want to order Blu-ray discs :)
Did you choose:
*Standard International Shipping - averages 18-32 business days
*AmazonGlobal Expedited Shipping - Averages 5-10 business days
*AmazonGlobal Priority Shipping - Asap
Two option with international shipping expedite and priority on my experience but this two shipping is depend what shipper the seller will use. Mostly of my item from amazon the seller or amazon use ups so even i choose expedite it only take 7 days. Comparing the two priority and expedite someone here or in fb use the priority but they receive the item in 7 days same as expedite. So i think the expedite and priority shipping is same in terms of eta using UPS. You can also check if the item if eligible to ph direct shipping if you make your shipping address default to ph amazon automatically check if its eligible.
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Ok. Thanks for explaining sir. :)
What shipping option did you choose in Amazon so it's delivered to your doorstep? I want to order Blu-ray discs :)I chose the cheaper option, AmazonGlobal Expedited Shipping hehe. But in my case, 4 days lang na deliver na so parang priority na din
Did you choose:
*Standard International Shipping - averages 18-32 business days
*AmazonGlobal Expedited Shipping - Averages 5-10 business days
*AmazonGlobal Priority Shipping - Asap
I chose the cheaper option, AmazonGlobal Expedited Shipping hehe. But in my case, 4 days lang na deliver na so parang priority na din
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I'm speaking from my own experience. Many BD titles are offered much cheaper than those sold in the US; besides I always time my UK purchases whenever there is a ongoing sale. The VAT is also excluded during checkout so yes, buying BDs from Amazon UK is much cheaper.Is the delivery from Amazon UK straight to your house?
YMMV. In my case since I'm a regular Phlpost customer, the mail carrier delivers my package. Others receive a notice to get theirs from the local Phlpost office.
Here's a related thread on buying BDs from Amazon UK:
Why I buy my Region-Free Blu-ray Discs from Amazon.co.uk (http://www.pinoydvd.com/index.php/topic,172601.0.html/)
^ Unless you will avail of Amazon's premium shipping option for your BDs (either Expedited or Priority), packages/parcel shipped via standard international shipping will still pass through the local post office.
Mas mura nga ang BD and 4K sa UK pero iisa lang ang shipping nila priority kaya siguro dumadaan pa rin sa post office.
Mas mura nga ang BD and 4K sa UK pero iisa lang ang shipping nila priority kaya siguro dumadaan pa rin sa post office.
how much is the shipping for the records?
^ as for me, my orders from Amazon I click the item/s as a gift. Amazon will put it in a Amazon-printed box (for free) so that the item's label is not exposed (or maybe they will put it in a bubbled envelop, depeding on the shape of the item). usually the gift box is larger than my ordered item/s and will be consolidated into 1 box and they'll fill the box with air pouches. this way, the item's are protected inside -- kahit siguro ibato-bato at maalog nila yung box. the gift box is also sealed and it'll be obvious if anyone would have attempted to pry it open.
either a UPS truck or a Air21 truck delivers it to me if UPS is not available. so yes, UPS PH do sub-contract their deliveries with other local companies. though I have not experienced a deteriorated box when my orders are delivered at my doorstep. very much appreciated their professional services.
Amazon UK offers two shipping options for BDs/UHD BDs : Standard delivery and AmazonGlobal Priority. Haven't availed of priority though. Kaya namang maghintay :) Besides, the delivery date is a rough estimate. It usually takes 9-14 days only.
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Been an Amazon customer since 2010 and always shipped stuff to pinas via Forex Cargo. Tried their direct shipping the other week and it was fast. It took 3 days from US to Manila. however, it took 6 days (including weekend) to deliver from manila to ormoc :(
The $31 shipping was not bad considering I have to pay 9.5% tax of the $150 item value if delivered in California, then wait for 2 months to arrive.
So sinubukan ko mag order ng mga plaka sa Amazon direct shipping dito sa PHL. Pinili ko yung Amazon Global Expedited Shipping option as I usually do.
Strangely, hindi nila ipinagsama yung LPs sa isang box na ang usual na ginagawa nila pag Amazon ang naghahandle ng fulfillment, so shipped sila in two separate packages. Tapos $10.99 at $10.98 lang ang charge sa akin for each respective record. Yung isang record, shipped using UPS which is good pero ang nakakapagtaka, for the first time, APEX shipping ang ginamit doon sa second package which upon some Googling ay isang Chinese shipping company. Mas matagal din ang shipping estimate kumpara sa UPS. Kahapon, nakareceive ako ng text galing Ninja Van na may choice ako na mag opt-in for branch pickup rather than door-to-door delivery if I would prefer. So it seems yung last mile delivery ay turned over sa Ninja Van katulad ng Lazada. I wonder kung sinusubukan na na Amazon itong mga ito as part of cost cutting measures. Hindi maganda ang track record sa akin ng Ninja Van dahil naka ilang items na rin ako na natanggap ko sa kanila in damaged condition or sobrang laspag yung packaging na alam mong hindi sila maingat mag handle. Siguro yun ang dahilan kaya may inooffer silang pick up option katulad ng sa JAC.
^you can try it yourself and find out how much during check out
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*item used to estimate was a laptop.
^you can try it yourself and find out how much during check out
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*item used to estimate was a laptop.
Yes they use APEX minsan nangyari na din sa akin yan and ninja van gamit ng apex local courier so far ok naman delivery is within time frame.
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do you get any cost benefits on delivery to the Philippines as an Amazon Prime member?
Pwede na palang mag cash payment ng Amazon orders sa Wester Union. I think kasama yan sa expansion plans ng Amazon dito.Yeah matagal na ngayon. Dati 4 to 5 days lang.
Disappointed lang ako na Apex/EMCS/Ninjavan na ata ang gamit nila sa pag ship dito, hindi na UPS kaya ambagal na ng shipments. From 4-5 days sa UPS, around 10 days or more na sa APEX tapos hindi pa maingat sa packages ang Ninja Van.
Pwede na palang mag cash payment ng Amazon orders sa Wester Union. I think kasama yan sa expansion plans ng Amazon dito.good to know there are now other payment options...
Disappointed lang ako na Apex/EMCS/Ninjavan na ata ang gamit nila sa pag ship dito, hindi na UPS kaya ambagal na ng shipments. From 4-5 days sa UPS, around 10 days or more na sa APEX tapos hindi pa maingat sa packages ang Ninja Van.
When you order from Amazon and directly ship to the PH, do you click the gift receipt option?No it doesnt. That option is for presentation purposes like if you want it gift wrapped with a note of "happy birthday" or do not want to show the sales receipt from Amazon.
Will that help in clearing customs or not needed anymore?
Is the 2-5 day global priority shipping of amazon still UPS or is it also APEX now like the global expedited?
Damn i love Amazon! my first bite of the direct shipping, ordered Saturday May 18, Here already Wednesday May 22 via UPS!
Another one on its way which i ordered just last Monday and shows that it will be delivered today!
Just the expedited shipping sirThe last time two times that I ordered expedited it took two weeks and the other one 10 days. Dati 5 days lang.
^where did it take longest? Sa US ba or in transit na or customs in Clark?I think it was one week sa US then one week din dito. Mas okay yun dati, I think they changed shipping service.
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pumasok na lumabas pa ulit ;D will probably receive this today na.
hahaha ang kulit nyan ahIt depends eh. Just set your address to Philippines and then browse for items. You will see whether they ship internationally or not. I haven't used Johnny Air in a while na.
btw ano ba items usually available na may international shipping?
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It depends eh. Just set your address to Philippines and then browse for items. You will see whether they ship internationally or not. I haven't used Johnny Air in a while na.thanks bro!
^who you na sa akin ang my shopping box. heheBut for flammable items like car wax they won't deliver to the Philippines but with Johnny Air tested na pwede.
Thank to Amazon international shipping. Bought my 8TB's drive from amazon, basta wag lang po above 10K :)
Thank to Amazon international shipping. Bought my 8TB's drive from amazon, basta wag lang po above 10K :)
10k for the product price alone or dapat kasama shipping cost sa 10k limit?Kasama shipping costs sa limit.
10k for the product price alone or dapat kasama shipping cost sa 10k limit?
sobrang ok pag via UPS talaga. 4-6 days lang. sa Apex umaabot ng 9-10 days.
Share ko lang sa isang recent order ko, noticed dun sa item na parang may slight defect lang. sent an email via the app. just provided the order number then mentioned that there is a defect, that's it.
kinabukasan i got an email na papalitan na lang daw nila yung item free of charge at pina priority pa via UPS. bahala na daw ako what i want to do with the defective item. Item cost is around $120 by the way.
ibang klase itong si Amazon! love their service so much!
i just got another free trial of Amazon Prime for one month, and when I used it to order, it gave me another $10 off by just using the phone app to order ... and I have one month Prime video free ... panalo itong last order ko - dati 2-day free shipping, ngayon 1-day na :)
saan mo dinala bro? UPS? kaya siguro yung isang item pina-keep na lang nila sa akin kasi mapapa-mahal pa pag return sa kanila.
^local meaning post office? via EMS?
^so sino/aling courier? di ba pwede pangalanan bro? lol
looks like i'll be returning an item to get either a refund or another replacement kasi
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lbc, or post office pwede naman sir
Bad trip talaga pag APEX napunta ang shipping. Ang tagal na, wala pa way to track in real time.
One item i ordered Monday pa last update showing:
4:54 PM
Package transferred to local postal carrier for final delivery
Mnl,
Hanggang ngayon wala pa din.
I ordered a radar detector from Amazon last July 6, it arrived yesterday July 13 so it took only one week! How do you know which shipping company delivered it?
Si fedex lagi sa akin pero ingat kasi nawawala items “kuno” kawawa din si amazon.
It is indicated on the very top when you track it.Oh I see thanks! My latest order was with UPS, that's why it was fast.
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Amazon do not track most of these returns anymore. I think they do not have enough man power to check all the returns and replacements and just focus all or majority on sales and customer support.
someone told me that they do not even put back the returned items anymore in their stocks and just disposes them off.
^they (UPS) does. You'll get that after a day if its at Incheon already.yup. i always pay in USD but mga 3 or 4 years ago, may isa akong purchase na mas mataas yung USD compared sa PHP. nag screenshot kasi ko parati in PHP para ma compare ko.
By the way, to save more, purchase it in dollars. Mas mura exchange rate sa bank natin. You can pay in peso naman sa bank.
Refund already issued for the item i declined delivery. Chat lang tapos ang usapan.
I ordered a Vizio soundbar last July 16. Latest update July 18 10pm is leaving ICN, KR. I’m hoping it will be delivered within the day or latest saturday.
Nag deliver ba si UPS ng saturday?
Btw, eto yung price ng soundbar kay galleon
https://www.galleon.ph/product/detail/35092636?utm_source=iprice.ph&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=iPrice
Amazon
Bought it during prime sale for 63USD + 27USD shipping. Nasa 5.3k na charge sa card.
https://www.amazon.com/VIZIO-SB3220n-F6-Channel-Sound-Model/dp/B07BTPRKTH?ref_=bl_dp_s_web_2530743011
sino po ineemail sa amazon regarding sa refund ng shipping charges ng lbc sc?
Sino na yung last mile carrier ng ECMS? Hindi na NinjaVan?
First time i had a delayed UPS shipped package. was expecting the delivery pa naman yesterday
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^bro ilang lbs ang sukat ni shippingcart sa 10tb mo? Thanks
i placed another Amazon order just last night -- it's always UPS (or Air21) on my end.
but who knows which courier mine might be this time. my last Amazon order/delivery was early in June 2019 >:D
will update this thread...
Hi Mga Amazon experts, plano ko kasi mag order ng car amp hehe maliit lang naman at mga 6k+ lang aabutin sama shilpping ..problem is ..tingin medyo malaki yung box na paglalagyan ng Amazon ..may dagdag bayad pa ba dito kung sakaling malaki yung box? 2nd question.. balak ko kasi padala sa ofis namin sa makati ..di ba maiipit sa post office ng makati? thanks
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If total is less than 10k wala problema yan diretso sa office mo sa makati hindi dadaan ng post office. Depende if ano ang gagamitin na shipping company mabilis pag UPS pag yung apex mas mabagal ng kaunti. Minsan pag sa laki ng box mataas ang shipping rate so pag add ng shipping rate and yung price ng amp eh nasa 10k+ na may tax na yan.
you don't need to worry about the box dimension. basta kung ano yung total na-charge sa iyo ni Amazon, that is it. They will deliver it directly to whichever address you indicated.
^sold and shipped by Amazon ba yan o third party seller fulfilled by Amazon? andun na yung sagot mo.
^a quick email or chat can sort that one out easily. use the email under contact us sa app. faster response in my experience.
placed another AMZN order last 13-Aug., multiple items per usual. and this may not be the 1st instance that some of my items are sold by 3rd party sellers but all are fulfilled by Amazon.
this time tho, they separated my delivery into 2. one with UPS (shipped on 15-Aug ETA of 22-Aug). while the other one with APEX (shipped on 14-Aug one day earlier than UPS) but has an ETA of 28-Aug. for the win talaga si APEX! this is my 1st time for APEX.
with UPS, even if they say 10days delivery ETA, it normally arrives 4 or 5days. goodluck naman sakin kay APEX ngayon...
will update this thread =)
They do on holidays apparently and on weekends too.
Exactly 10 days ulit last Apex fulfilled delivery.
Received SMS around 2AM earlier, item delivered after lunch.
Ok na ito. They just need to be consistent.
placed another AMZN order last 13-Aug., multiple items per usual. and this may not be the 1st instance that some of my items are sold by 3rd party sellers but all are fulfilled by Amazon.
this time tho, they separated my delivery into 2. one with UPS (shipped on 15-Aug ETA of 22-Aug). while the other one with APEX (shipped on 14-Aug one day earlier than UPS) but has an ETA of 28-Aug. for the win talaga si APEX! this is my 1st time for APEX.
with UPS, even if they say 10days delivery ETA, it normally arrives 4 or 5days. goodluck naman sakin kay APEX ngayon...
will update this thread =)
Updates:
the APEX items has an ETA of 28-Aug (seems they are maximizing the 15days delivery promise)
- departed NY on 16-Aug, Friday
- no further updates of its whereabouts
while the UPS items has an ETA of 22-Aug (promised the 10days minimum delivery period)
- it's at Clark Pampanga this morning, 18-Dec
- expected to be at my doorstep tomorrow, 19-Aug
- UPS packages are always like that: promises the minimum 10days but will hand it to you by the 4th or 5th day (longest is 6days)
* bakit kasi may APEX pa!
UPS/Air21 hindi nagdedeliver ng holiday sa akin. Twice na nangyari ito.
Out for delivery yung package last Saturday pero na hold with this tracking update: "The delivery of your package has been rescheduled based on your shipment instructions for the carrier" pero wala naman akong binigay na instructions. Malamang made up palusot ng shipping company para di sila responsible sa delays since running late na sila. Anyway, hindi dumating ng Sunday at Monday na nadeliver. Still, 6 days lang from placing order to my doorstep. Mas mabilis pa din kumpara sa 10 or more days ng APEX/ECMS/2Go.
Was that beyond the commited delivery date ni Amazon? If so easy $5 credit at the least yan. Pwedeng ma refund din ang shipping fee.
Bad experience with Amazon customer service though the return window has lapsed already because I had these brake rotors (they're heavy) sent by sea freight which took about 45 days. First of all I ordered a pair of brake rotors for one of my cars and when I opened the box it was only one rotor. So I checked with my shipper if it was only really one box and he confirmed yes. When my shipper offered to order me another rotor piece, he noticed that the part number of my order was different than the part number of the box! So they sent me the wrong rotor!
My only avenue for complaining was through chat. I need to ship the rotor back to them at my expense in order to refund me the 51 Dollars that I spent! Hindi ba ako malulugi doon? So anyway they wouldn't budge from their stance that I need to ship the item back. So my friend the shipper said that he would hand carry my rotor with him in October when he goes to the US.
talo tayo sa return shipment if coming from here ... advantage lang talaga pag sa US ... in my case I haven't really tried having an item delivered here in the Philippines, I only order to Amazon every time I go to the US and had a bad experience in one of my orders last July - I ordered a tire pressure monitoring system with HD color display and what they sent me was one with just the black characters gray background display (similar to old watches) ... unfortunately I only opened the item when I got back here in the Philippines and they wanted me to ship it back to the US, hence I just decided to retain the unit after a frustrating chat with their customer support ... item cost around $70Based on my experience. I bought an item shipped in the US tapos inuwi dito sa pinas then defective pala yung item tapos kinontak ko yung seller. nagpadala ulit sila tapos di na pinabalik yung item dahil sabi ko nasa Pinas ako
Bad experience with Amazon customer service though the return window has lapsed already because I had these brake rotors (they're heavy) sent by sea freight which took about 45 days. First of all I ordered a pair of brake rotors for one of my cars and when I opened the box it was only one rotor. So I checked with my shipper if it was only really one box and he confirmed yes. When my shipper offered to order me another rotor piece, he noticed that the part number of my order was different than the part number of the box! So they sent me the wrong rotor!
My only avenue for complaining was through chat. I need to ship the rotor back to them at my expense in order to refund me the 51 Dollars that I spent! Hindi ba ako malulugi doon? So anyway they wouldn't budge from their stance that I need to ship the item back. So my friend the shipper said that he would hand carry my rotor with him in October when he goes to the US.
UPDATE
I also emailed the brake parts company Power Stop about this mistake and they were totally silent while I was getting disgusted with the customer service of Amazon. So today they finally answered and the correct brake rotors are already on their way to my shipper in California without requiring me to send back the wrong part. Hay salamat! :)
^i thought ako lang. Same situation tayo. I already requested for a refund.
medyo pahirapan sa refund ngayon ah. i got pushed back several times na. they are saying na they will issue the refund once they receive the item na unlike before napapa refund ko na agad.Yeah it sucks!
Mukhang may major adjustments sila ginawa with international orders. :'(
Check this out:
Amazon wants to give you $15 for free – here's how to get it (https://bgr.com/2019/08/13/amazon-gift-card-free-how-to-get-15/)
I just got $50 in my Amazon account balance and a free $15 promotional credit last Friday ;D
Just buy a $50 Amazon e-gift card (not necessarily a gift for others, you can use it yourself). I must admit that the code didn't work for some reason when I tried to type it in the code box on the checkout page so I contacted Amazon Customer Service. The rep immediately credited $15 into my account. This is effectively a 30% savings for those who are frequent Amazon shoppers.
Please note the promo credit is not visible on your account balance; you can see it by checking out an item from your cart and then proceed to the payment page (you can delete the item later).
Unfortunately, you are not eligible for this offer.
Anong item ba yan if you don't mind me asking? baka naman meron na locally like sa Shopee at Lazada or somewhere else that you're not aware of.
There obviously has to be a caveat, but this one isn’t too bad: the promotion is only available to people who have never bought an Amazon gift card before from Amazon’s website.
Nagbbrowse palang sir ng mga 10k above toy/statue na di locally available.
Thanks sa reply. Pero sir kung multiple items na yung oorderin mas makakamura na ba gumamit ng ShippingCart para consolidated na yung items kesa direct?
medyo pahirapan sa refund ngayon ah. i got pushed back several times na. they are saying na they will issue the refund once they receive the item na unlike before napapa refund ko na agad.
Mukhang may major adjustments sila ginawa with international orders. :'(
^this one bro hindi pa na deliver at all sa akin. ang delivery date was supposed to be last Friday and no updates from ECMS/Apex.
kaya nga nagtataka din ako eh. kasi may isang order ako before na ganyan din nangyari, they refunded me naman agad. mukhang may bagong policy na sila talaga.
^this one bro hindi pa na deliver at all sa akin. ang delivery date was supposed to be last Friday and no updates from ECMS/Apex.Pwede mong i-cite yung previous case, then ask why the sudden change o kaya naman ask if there are any changes in the returns policy for customers outside the US
kaya nga nagtataka din ako eh. kasi may isang order ako before na ganyan din nangyari, they refunded me naman agad. mukhang may bagong policy na sila talaga.
normally nagbibigay sila ng grace period para dumating yung item pero after nung grace period pag wala pa dun sila nagbibigay ng refund.
Please come back September 22 if you still don't have it and we'll help you out.
Was expected Friday, September 13
Pwede mong i-cite yung previous case, then ask why the sudden change o kaya naman ask if there are any changes in the returns policy for customers outside the US
yes bro. they asked me to wait nga until Saturday:Kupal na sila kausap. Indian name ba ang customer service?
i did sir. no budge. response i posted was after letting them know of that. ibang iba na talaga unlike a month ago lang na ang dali nila kausap. :-\
anyone know the local contact number of apex ? to follow-up delivery
ECMS Customer Services Center – Philippines
Southeast Asia Region
Hotline : +632 555 5258
Mail: [email protected]
Website: www.ecmsglobal.com
Amazon app now has the chat function built in to it. makes it easier to reach them for support.
Tapos makakausap mo pinoy like nung nagchat ako
^some of them. yes. some are at our 2 sites in QC and one in our site at Cebu.Medyo kupal kausap yun customer service ng India. They sent me the wrong item pero ako ang sinisisi.
Mas madami pa din sa India.
anyone tried shopping at Amazon UK and have the items delivered here in the Philippines? same experience ba compared to Amazon in US in terms of shipping cost and delivery date?
anyone tried shopping at Amazon UK and have the items delivered here in the Philippines? same experience ba compared to Amazon in US in terms of shipping cost and delivery date?
last time me inorder ako from amazon uk inabot 4 months bago dumating ng pinasWow sir Philip ang tagal dumating! May I know what item?
Wow sir Philip ang tagal dumating! May I know what item?
For me most of the time Amazon UK comes out cheaper compared to Amazon US. Delivery time is almost the same.
^anong status sa tracking? Sa experience ko pag lumampas ng 10 days malabo na dumating
FIRST TIME HIGH ;D ;D
I ordered it Dec 06 .....Dec 09 nasakin na :D ;) from Amazon Japan salamat sa inyo guys hehehe tagal ko ng pinangarap to maski mini lang ...hahahaha actually naiiyak ako sa tuwa hahahaha
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nice one sir, how much was the total cost including shipping?
¥8001 ...meron pa kasi akong makuang rebate of ¥355 hehe pwede na 👍😊
Kaka order ko pa lang bro kaninang umaga tapos package shipped na ngayon. December 17 ang dating sa tracking. Nakapag refund ka nung hindi dumating yung sa APEX?
Crap. Stuck yung mga shipments na dumaan sa China.
Crap. Stuck yung mga shipments na dumaan sa China.
Bad luck with Amazon Lately and I make it a point to raise it to amazon , hopefully they stop using Apex or Aramex.
Aramex held my package in a hub for 5 days with no movement till i raised it with Amazon and now Apex says my package is with the 3rd party (ninjavan) since Jan 20 . But upon checking Ninjavan still does not have it. 5 days na and most probably within 10 kilometers lang yun package sa akin..
My experience with Amazon via APEX:
1. Item ordered February 5
2. Shipped out February 6
3. Arrived in the Philippines February 10
4. Delivered by Ninjavan February 12 (morning)
Not too bad.
anyone know the local contact number of apex ? to follow-up delivery
ECMS Customer Services Center – Philippines
Southeast Asia Region
Hotline : +632 555 5258
Mail: [email protected]
Website: www.ecmsglobal.com
order ko wala pa din.
Ship with APEX
Monday, January 27
6:05 PM
Package transferred to local postal carrier for final delivery
Mnl,
12:36 PM
Completed customs clearance process
Mnl,
10:25 AM
Initiated customs clearance process
Mnl,
9:15 AM
Initiated customs clearance process
Mnl,
Friday, January 24
1:48 PM
Package has left the carrier facility
Ord,
Wednesday, January 22
9:51 AM
Package arrived at a carrier facility
Ord,
4:54 AM
Package departed an Amazon facility
Crest Hill, ILLINOIS US
Tuesday, January 21
9:54 AM
Package arrived at an Amazon facility
Crest Hill, IL US
Package has shipped
Plainfield, IN US
May mga scammers din pala sa Amazon lalo na sa masks. Buyer beware.
Can you pls elobarate sir ..
My experience with Amazon via APEX:
1. Item ordered February 5
2. Shipped out February 6
3. Arrived in the Philippines February 10
4. Delivered by Ninjavan February 12 (morning)
Not too bad.
yup that's not bad considering it's within Amazon's promised delivery date..
I have ordered too on Feb 6, then shipped out on the 7th from Amazon facility in NJ... unfortunately, it's APEX again.
no further tracking update since Feb 10 (leaving JFK, NY). so I still haven't received the item =(
dito na replacement ko sa Manila. hoping di na mawala.
Shipped with Apex
Wednesday, February 19
6:01 PM
Package transferred to local postal carrier for final delivery
Mnl,
12:03 PM
Completed customs clearance process
Mnl,
10:31 AM
Initiated customs clearance process
Mnl,
9:15 AM
Initiated customs clearance process
Mnl,
Sunday, February 16
4:06 PM
Package has left the carrier facility
Jfk,
11:16 AM
Package arrived at a carrier facility
Jfk,
5:18 AM
Package departed an Amazon facility
Avenel, NJ US
Saturday, February 15
6:39 AM
Package arrived at an Amazon facility
Avenel, NJ US
Friday, February 14
Package has shipped
Times are shown in the local timezone.
placed an order the other day. sadly it went to APEX :-[
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Let's see how it goes
dumating na package mo sir? hoping it already did =)Dumating na yung replacement sa order ko na nawala, pero ibang model. buti na rin siguro ito.
sir, pa post o pm naman how to order from amazon.com & deliver dito pinas tia
standard ordering lang sir sa Amazon website and have the delivery address here in the Philippines
ok thanks. so sa order cla na mag assign carrier pag nasa advanced shipping stage na?
apex o ups ba gamit nila?
Placed another order earlier. na-ship agad within the day. APEX pa din. was hoping UPS na. hehe
Tuesday, March 3
6:16 AM
A carrier delay has occurred
Ord,
Saturday, February 29
5:48 AM
Package departed an Amazon facility
Kenosha, WISCONSIN US
Friday, February 28
8:16 AM
Package arrived at an Amazon facility
Kenosha, WISCONSIN US
Thursday, February 27
Package has shipped
Plainfield, IN US
uh-oh.....
On the way, but may be late
Unfortunately, your delivery is running behind schedule. Apex is working to make sure the delay doesn’t affect your final delivery time. Your package can still arrive by March 16.
^no updates na since that one. March 16 ang commited date.
Placed another order earlier. na-ship agad within the day. APEX pa din. was hoping UPS na. hehe
Now expected March 17 - March 24
We’re very sorry your delivery is late. Most late packages arrive in a day. If you have not received your package by March 24, you can come back here the next day for a refund or replacement.
cargos and deliveries not affected daw
not sure about the couriers used by Amazon, but Lazada LEX has suspended all logistics operation .... pretty sure that other couriers are also affectedYes, that was March 13. Now everything is on hold.
Bought from Amazon at the wrong time. Per tracking, items already in Pasig. Wala lang siguro magdeliver dopr to door due to ECQ siguro.
March 16 shipped from US. March 20 nasa pasig na. Mabilis na rin makarating kung tutuusin.
UPS?Kahit di ups yan now mabilis na din ung isa dati na mabagal kasi di na ninja van ang gamit nila locally na pang deliver.
UPS?
Kahit di ups yan now mabilis na din ung isa dati na mabagal kasi di na ninja van ang gamit nila locally na pang deliver.
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Nice. Yung APEX kasi dati inaabot ng 3 weeks
My last order which was delivered by APEX, I ordered on March 8 and it arrived on March 13 just in time before the quarantine.
wala na :(
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Requested refund. took less than 10 minutes via chat. sayang that was one good deal pa naman :-[
I checked my package and seems same with you sir @Oznola...
Now expected March 24 - March 31
We’re very sorry your delivery is late. Most late packages arrive in a day. If you have not received your package by
March 31, you can come back here the next day for a refund or replacement.
Should I call APEX? Are there anyone answering during this Luzon's ECQ? tia!
waw buti pa kayo nkakapag shop sa amazon. great! enjoy 😃✌️
^ nasa PH naman na daw eh, last 13-Mar pa.. possibly nasa courier narin di nga lang mailabas for delivery =)
Checked my parcel at Amazon and asking me now to wait for the delayed delivery or cancel & request for refund.
I emailed ECMS at "[email protected]" and got a response acknowledging my package is with them =). Just glad to know it didn't get lost. I replied back and asked them to SMS me when it is for scheduled delivery hehe
hoping ECQ gets lifted na very soon >:D
^ you may also try it, sir... ^-^
Hi mhac. Is ECMS the local courier na mag deliver nung item mo door to door? Pano malaman kung anong local courier ang kontakin?
TIA!
Hi mhac. Is ECMS the local courier na mag deliver nung item mo door to door? Pano malaman kung anong local courier ang kontakin?
TIA!
Checked my parcel at Amazon and asking me now to wait for the delayed delivery or cancel & request for refund.
I emailed ECMS at "[email protected]" and got a response acknowledging my package is with them =). Just glad to know it didn't get lost. I replied back and asked them to SMS me when it is for scheduled delivery hehe
hoping ECQ gets lifted na very soon >:D
Tax ang matindi sa electronics. Laptops alam ko has the highest rate...
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Got a call from UPS. Ide deliver na yung items ko today. Kaso sa office naka address, binilin ko na lang sa reception.
that's good to hear sir! na pending din ba ng matagal? saan sir, when it arrived in PH dina gumalaw ng matagal yung status or sa shipping palang from US to PH?
planning sana to purchase another item... hehe
OT: Ordered the same item from the US 2 separate times. One last March and the other this 1st week of June. I'm wondering bakit siningil pa ko ng P600 ng FedEx nung March, tapos nitong June, walang charge from UPS and it was for the same item & same vendor. ??? Anybody know the rules/law about this?
Shipment/s are subject on below charges;
* Customs duty and tax (PHP) (if value exceed 10,000.00 PHP)
* Storage fee - PHP 245.00/day from date of arrival with 48 hours free of charge (VATable)
* Warehouse handling fee - PHP 420.00 onetime charge (VATable)
* Customs entry form fee - PHP 95.00 onetime charge (VATable)
That's why I stay away from FedEx as much as possible. Meron silang mga extra charges na wala naman sa ibang provider katulad ng UPS at APEX.
Ito yung email ng FedEx sa akin dati:
Ang masaklap pa doon sa mga package ko dati, talagang pinagtripan pa ng customs na kailangan pa ng NTC permit, OMB permit o kung anu-ano pa nung yung FedEx ang nag handle.
Pag sa UPS/Shipping Cart/APEX, wala naman ganun.
Okay talaga ang delivery ng amazon. Maganda din customer service nila. Nagmahal nga lang ang shipping rates nila because of the pandemic.
Amazon US has recently brought back pre- COVID 19 Standard International rate as a shipping option to the Philippines (at least for 4K and standard BDs) while UK and other EU affiliates still continue to charge shipping via Global priority.
Shop at amazon.com/bdo with your BDO Credit Card and get 20% off on Black Friday to Cyber Monday deals. Just spend a minimum of US$150 and use promo code BDODEALS from Nov. 27-30, 2020. Valid 1x use. Max of US$40 discount. For promo details, search Amazon .com on BDO Deals App. T&Cs apply. DTI109441.
trying this out but the promo code is not being accepted ... it says that we can use it from Nov. 27-30 ... any success on your end?
trying this out but the promo code is not being accepted ... it says that we can use it from Nov. 27-30 ... any success on your end?
26 November pa lang po ngayon.
use PH15 code....15% off :)pwd kaya eto plus BDO cc na 20% promo?
pwd kaya eto plus BDO cc na 20% promo?
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use PH15 code....15% off :)Kahit anung MOP po ito? Sitewide? Hehe
Was able to apply only the 20%BDO (BDODEALS) promo.
Another purchase with the 15% (PH15)
Either lang po siguro but not both.
Is the 20 percent per bdo card? So if lets say i have 2 or 3 bdo cards puede yan 20 percent off Per card? Thanks
Haven't tried, sir
Ayaw gumana nung BDODEALS pag yung Shippingcart or Kango Express ang delivery address. Valid lang pag delivery to the Philippines.
Same with PH15
Shipped with ARAMEX
anyone with recent experience from this courier?
Slow compared to UPS and APEX.
^possible. was yours shipped via Aramex as well?
^possible. was yours shipped via Aramex as well?
Shipped with ARAMEX
anyone with recent experience from this courier?
I have no idea. First time my order went to them hence my same inquiry previous page.
Oh, expedited shipping is a no when ordering from Amazon when shipping to PI. Does not work as such your case.
Mabagal na talaga ang Amazon ngayon, Ordered Nov. 21, dumating Dec.7 through UPS.
Mabagal na talaga ang Amazon ngayon, Ordered Nov. 21, dumating Dec.7 through UPS.
not sure what's holding up the UPS delivery, I ordered Nov. 27 .... as of last Saturday 3PM nasa Manila na and have cleared customs clearance ... up to now pending ang status kung kailan out for deliveryVery slow sila mag update sa status ng tracking eh. Receive mine 5pm na Dec 7 Monday. Dapat today nila ma deliver.
that is sad if ganun na nga even if UPS. hindi kaya dahil lang dun sa recent sale events (Black Friday, Cyber Monday etc) kaya may konting delay talaga?siguro nga dahil sa Black Friday sale. laki din kasi ng discount kaya ok lang kahit ma delay.
Ordered nov. 30, items just shipped now and will receive the items on 22 December. Not complaining, my discount is equal to the shipping cost. Hehe.
How long does it take for Aramex to deliver to PH?
Bought two books from Amazon last Dec. 3, package shipped through Aramex Dec. 4. Availed of Amazon's 5-10 day Expedited Shipping rate and I expect it to arrive soon (or on last-mile delivery already), based on my previous experience with UPS. However, last update from Aramex was on Dec. 7 ('Shipment departed origin country').
Good day. I've purchased several DVDs and small items from Amazon years back. However, I am eyeing a watch that costs around 25K in pesos. May I know if it's still subject to taxation before claiming if I order it directly from Amazon instead of forwarders like JAC? Do I still need to pay anything before claiming the item?
Good day. I've purchased several DVDs and small items from Amazon years back. However, I am eyeing a watch that costs around 25K in pesos. May I know if it's still subject to taxation before claiming if I order it directly from Amazon instead of forwarders like JAC? Do I still need to pay anything before claiming the item?
Anyone else encountered this "issue" with AMAZON lately ?
Some months ago was the first time, during this pandemic-era, that I wanted to purchase something from AMAZON ........ I can't login, since AMAZON put in this security check/mobile number confirmation - however, no confirmation SMS ever comes.
Even resending notification a few times, I don't receive anything.
TIA.
Anyone else encountered this "issue" with AMAZON lately ?
Some months ago was the first time, during this pandemic-era, that I wanted to purchase something from AMAZON ........ I can't login, since AMAZON put in this security check/mobile number confirmation - however, no confirmation SMS ever comes.
Even resending notification a few times, I don't receive anything.
TIA.
Thanks for the replies ........ anyone knows how to reach AMAZON customer service or helpdesk ?
Go to Amazon website:
1. Near the bottom of the page, select Your Account
2. Customer Service
3. Something else
4. I need more help
5. Select:
- Send an email
- Chat with us now
Not possible ito sa akin bro, since I'm required to login and the mobile number notification will show-up again.
Mukhang hotline lang ang pag-asa ko.
Thanks.
Anyone else encountered this "issue" with AMAZON lately ?
Some months ago was the first time, during this pandemic-era, that I wanted to purchase something from AMAZON ........ I can't login, since AMAZON put in this security check/mobile number confirmation - however, no confirmation SMS ever comes.
Even resending notification a few times, I don't receive anything.
TIA.
Consolidators will be losing quite a number of customers this October.
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selected items nevertheless its still free.
just a caution that expensive items have a very high customs and taxes fees even though shipment is free
Black Friday is going to be epic! ;D ;D ;D
Yup that's why i don't use this din. They will give you so much hassle sa post office with ridiculous calculations. I wonder kung meron na nabago dito
Sana magkaroon na din ng amazon dito
Yup that's why i don't use this din. They will give you so much hassle sa post office with ridiculous calculations. I wonder kung meron na nabago dito
Bought 2 items pinagsabay ko pag check out kaso may import tax kung above 10k pesos. Hiniwalay ko nalang para NO import tax at pasok sa free shipping dahil above $49.
Yup. ganyan ang teknik para makatipid. Kaso sayang din ang nawalang tax, pang Grand Prix ni BBM and family rin yun lols
Kung pwede lang talaga na hindi magbayad ng taxes sa lahat ng bagay eh ginawa ko na noon pa. 50% naman yata ng binabayad natin na taxes eh nabubulsa ng kung sino sino.
Yung mga CD, SSDs, HDDs at BluRays ba kung mag order ako sa Amazon, to my doorstep na rin ba ang delivery? Hindi na fina-flag ng OMB sa customs?From my experience sir, yes. Dun sa delivery address na mismo.
Sino pala courier for the last mile delivery? Philpost ba? Anyone who have received their Amazon purchases?
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Hindi naman. 50%? mas malapit sa katotohanan ang 60% hahahahahahaAlam ko hindi naman post office ang last mile ng amazon shipping sa pinas baka naman sabi sabi lang un ilang beses na ako nag amazon direct dito sa pinas dati pa no issue naman na ganyan
Pero back to topic. it is good na kinonsidera ng Amazon ang free shipping sa Pinas.
I remembered years ago may nadaanan akong topic dito sa pdvd where members who import dvds/blurays from amazon din yata yun, na nagrereklamo kasi parang ayaw na magship nila papunta sa Pilipinas kasi di nakakarating sa buyers ang mga parcels. Ninanakaw sa post office ang natatandaan kong dahilan.
Alam ko hindi naman post office ang last mile ng amazon shipping sa pinas baka naman sabi sabi lang un ilang beses na ako nag amazon direct dito sa pinas dati pa no issue naman na ganyan
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Sino pala courier for the last mile delivery? Philpost ba? Anyone who have received their Amazon purchases?
when you receive your items does it come in one package only or separate per item?
when you receive your items does it come in one package only or separate per item?
I have a Metrobank CC voucher for a 30% discount on a 100$ purchase and i can't think if anything to buy right now hahahaha
it is only valid on selected items sir, kaya that may narrow down your decision
I tried to checkout with a $79 worth na jacket ... hindi daw eligible yung jacket sa Metrobank na coupon
maybe because the promo requires a minimum 100$.
I checked my cart and it seems okay naman (one Crucial 1tb sata ssd and samsung sd card) but nabasa ko ito:
https://www.reddit.com/r/PHGamers/comments/rdxvrv/bought_ssd_from_amazon_and_now_ups_asking_me_for/
now i am having second thoughts on ordering the ssd because it might get held up in customs and OMB.
May mga naging problema ba kayo sa ssd orders nyo requiring OMB permit pagdating sa customs?bought an ssd for a macbook air before the pandemic. no issues naman.
I have a Metrobank CC voucher for a 30% discount on a 100$ purchase and i can't think if anything to buy right now hahahaha
Maya (paymaya) virtual cards have 20% discount. Use MAYACARD$30 max discount. Sa virtual cards ba pwedeng later ka na mag cash-in after mo gamitin? Ayoko lang kasi mag maintain ng balance sa Maya, mag load lang pag gagamitin.
$30 max discount. Sa virtual cards ba pwedeng later ka na mag cash-in after mo gamitin? Ayoko lang kasi mag maintain ng balance sa Maya, mag load lang pag gagamitin.
Ang bilis free shipping ng Amazon ah. Ninjavan na pala yung last mile delivery provider.
Ordered a book for my son a few weeks ago. Arrived with torn spine and some torn pages. Reported for return and replacement right away. "Replacement" package arrived today but it was just a flat Amazon Prime shipping sleeve inside a flat LBC plastic... no book.
How do you change the denomination to peso? I was able to do it once pero hindi ko na makita.
anybody recently ordered hdd from amazon? baka kasi kailngan ng omb clearance pa.I ordered a portable SSD last Nov 14 and delivered to our house last Nov 21. No clearance needed.
Could that be the return sleeve for the damaged book?
Meron ba with experience total discounted price is below $170 (10k) and na -refund yung import duties upon arrival?
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Yung total payment sa Amazon may import duties charges tapos nag refund na lang sila sir?
Yung item kasi bec of the discount $159.99 na lang, pero may duties pa rin maybe bec 225 yung reference nila
Yes. $160 is 9,600 pesos at P60/dollar... very close to 10k. They have no assurance that the exchange rate won't get the item past 10k when the item is being assessed by customs. In my experience if it clears customs without duties and taxes, they will refund the import fees.Tama po na yung Customs dun na sila kukuha ng payment sa Import Fees Deposit ni Amazon? Wala na sila extrang sisingilin kay buyer if ever?
Tama po na yung Customs dun na sila kukuha ng payment sa Import Fees Deposit ni Amazon? Wala na sila extrang sisingilin kay buyer if ever?
Yes, delivery to your door. Sa import fee deposit kukuha ng pambayad sa customs.
Thanks, sir. At kung di naman sya napatawan ng tax, marefund fully yung Import Deposit Fee? Usually, gano sya katagal bago nila irefund?tingin ko less than a week lang din. I remember I bought from amazon uk and hindi dumating sa delivery date. auto refund within a week tapos dumating din yung item 2 weeks after delivery date.
tingin ko less than a week lang din. I remember I bought from amazon uk and hindi dumating sa delivery date. auto refund within a week tapos dumating din yung item 2 weeks after delivery date.
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What happens when this happens? You get the items for free?Yeah. I got the item for free.
Yun exactly my concern, my item total is only 169.99, technically wala siya dapat tax pero computed yung import duties post facto
Yes. $160 is 9,600 pesos at P60/dollar... very close to 10k. They have no assurance that the exchange rate won't get the item past 10k when the item is being assessed by customs. In my experience if it clears customs without duties and taxes, they will refund the import fees.
Planning to purchase wireless speakers in Amazon as well. The item is priced at USD168 with CITI's voucher applied. Kaso, me Import Fees Deposit na kasama sa computation. USD83 din kasi yung computed IDF.
once the price hits the 10k pesos mark, may import tax na e impose even the price will drop after vouchers.
USD to Php exchange rate is posted in Amazon and it is usually a hair over the world market rate. Php60 to a USD is way high if used to compute for import tax.
Eto kasi yung breakdown nung order ko:
Item: USD 197.99
Shipping: USD 37.05
FREE Shipping Promo: -USD 37.05
CITI30: -USD 30.00
Total before tax: USD 167.99
Estimate tax: USD 0.00
Import Fees Deposit: USD 82.12
Order total: USD 250.11
I noticed that nagkaron sya ng Import Fees Deposit dahil over 10K na yung original price ng item. Pero pag yung item ay less than 10K... wala syang IFD kahit lumagpas pa ng 10K yung order pag nilagyan ng shipping. Yun pala yung mahirap dun pag di ka careless sa pagkilatis ng computation.
That is just for their assurance as the exchange rate fluctuates (remember that we reached 59.3 PhP per US in September). The prevailing rate upon customs review should apply.
Meron ba with experience total discounted price is below $170 (10k) and na -refund yung import duties upon arrival?
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any recommended good buys before the end of the Citi promo?
SSD's and other storage.
any recommended good buys before the end of the Citi promo?
Items that may be worth a look in my experience:
Device storage (SSDs, memory cards, etc.)
Roku streaming devices
Amazon devices (Echo, Ring, Fire, etc.)
Ear protection (ear muffs, ear plugs, etc.)
Gun related stuff (shooting shields, CLPs, etc.)
Tactical and outdoor items (better quality knives, hunting gear, etc.)
Vinyl records (return/replacement is easy if you get a bad one)
Stetson/Dorfman/Scala hats (easier to order for the right size)
Kimoa apparel (if you like Fernando Alonso)
Big and/or Tall apparel (if some people you know need it)
Shirts and Pants (if you need specific sleeve, leg, cuff or neck specifications)
Leather accessories (if you don't care about luxury brands)
Large socks (if you have feet above size 11)
Car parts, accessories and supplies (if you drive a car that's also sold in the US)
Photography tools/accessories (tripods, sky trackers, filters, etc.)
Dietary supplements (especially if you need specific ones)
thaniks ... I find the SSD's really cheap, so I ordered one during the Metrobank credit card $30 off, and another one earlier with the Citibank $30 off ... to reach $100, I ordered some home essentials and personal items that are not readily available locally ... best to use the filter for free shipping to Philippines
SSD's and other storage.
any recommended good buys before the end of the Citi promo?
Ano ang promo ng citi? Anong code?
Ito yon ginamit ko pero hanggang Nov 7 lang. May bago ba na promo ang Citi ngayon?
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just bought fitbit versa 4 for a pre-BF deal for $150 (from 229) plus metrobank 30 off and free shipping. Estimated arrival Dec 16. Let's see how long it takes.Nov 15 ordered to Nov 29 received. Took a while for the seller to ship but otherwise not bad, pretty similar to shipping cart/kango in terms of shipping.
^Citibank Mastercard onlyYes mastercard gamit ayaw
Yes mastercard gamit ayaw
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Baka nagamit na? One time use only kasi.Wala nga amazon ung mayari first to use
I was able to use last weekend lang.
Baka nagamit na? One time use only kasi.Wala daw ganitong text na nareceive kaibigan ko kaya siguro di nag apply
I was able to use last weekend lang.
Here's the text message I received:
Get USD30 off for a min single-receipt spend of USD100 at Amazon.com w/ your Citi Mastercard credit card. Promo code CITI30 is valid for single use per account until 11/30/22. Enjoy free shipping to PH for qualified orders over USD49. T&C: www.citi.asia/amazon1 DTI155466S22 Stop msgs: www.citi.asia/optout
Delivery to the philippines? don't have citi but metrobank and bdo codes don't work if i ship it to the US.
pinas ? sana, pero...I really hope this support agent is NOT from the PH.
nandito, aws amazon web service sa bgc.
afaik, meron amazon customer service sa cebu at sa moa.
I really hope this support agent is NOT from the PH.
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Haha ang kulit
Naka avail din ng metrobank discount at nvidia shield from tube upgrade to pro.
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Nice. Nvidia Shield remains at discounted price of 175$ last time i checked pero may shipping fee na sya sa Pinas ngayon.
Good thing kasama sa Black Friday sale ang free shipping at yung discounted price.
afaik afair ".uk" hindi hawak ng pinas customer service
bihira kame mag chat noon, & if ever hindi kapwa pinoy ka chat
nasa u.s. ka?
musta naman ang customer experience ? 😃
noon (2019-20) bihira kami mag chat support. tama ka usually towards end of shift. either lutang na o maling pagbibiro, eh lahat, calls o chat recorded
buti hindi siya nadale
Okay pa ba yung CITI30 na promo code kasi try namin gamitin now ayaw.
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mine went without a hitch, kahit yung Metrobank
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Just checking. For those who ordered during the Black Friday weekend, na-ship ba agad ang orders niyo?
Just checking. For those who ordered during the Black Friday weekend, na-ship ba agad ang orders niyo?
Just checking. For those who ordered during the Black Friday weekend, na-ship ba agad ang orders niyo?
FYI, I ordered on Nov.11, the estimated shipping date was Dec. 16 but items were delivered earlier on Nov. 29 ... I ordered again on Nov. 28, the estimated delivery this time is on Dec. 29
Just checking. For those who ordered during the Black Friday weekend, na-ship ba agad ang orders niyo?
I was asking kasi yung order ko last weekend, Dec 23 ang estimated arrival date and hindi pa rin shipped out until today. In contrast, yung order ko last October, shipped out within 2 days and na receive in 2 weeks lang.
Question lang po mga sirs/ma'am. Binilhan kami ng in-laws ko ng Ipad Pro. Then pina air freight kay LBC from US, taxable ba dito sa atin pag dumating? Kasi meron kami baby items last year from SG pinadala through DHL, declared amount ay more than 10k, siningil kami ni DHL ng tax
Question lang po mga sirs/ma'am. Binilhan kami ng in-laws ko ng Ipad Pro. Then pina air freight kay LBC from US, taxable ba dito sa atin pag dumating? Kasi meron kami baby items last year from SG pinadala through DHL, declared amount ay more than 10k, siningil kami ni DHL ng tax
Which shipper does Amazon use? Kasama ba taxes when you pay? Mas mua ba compared to Johnny Air Plus?
I hate Aramex na gamit ng ibang sellers sa Amazon. One of my parcel got stuck sa Parañaque for two weeks. Kung di ko pa sila minessage (for 6 days) sa Twitter, di uusad ang delivery.
On a related topic. I was able to save 240 dollars for me and some friends na nakiride sa CC ko. 8 separate purchases of at least 100 dollars. Laking tipid ng CC voucher discount
yan ba yung $30 discount pag gamit yung credit card?
CC?
yan ba yung $30 discount pag gamit yung credit card?
not related to the $30 discount ... I availed of the $30 discount each from Metrobank and Citibank CC - one package was delivered via UPS, the other via ECMS ... both packages were delivered more than 2 weeks ahead of the estimates, mas maganda lang tracking ng UPS
Question:
I ordered an item last dec 30, that's almost 10k and another item a week after that that costs 3k. Amazon then shipped it at the same time with the same tracking number. Would I have any issues with customs?
If I bought two items from different sellers, will Amazon place it in one package or separate? Pwede pala kasing separate orders para maclaim yung free shipping for orders 49USD and up.
If I bought two items from different sellers, will Amazon place it in one package or separate? Pwede pala kasing separate orders para maclaim yung free shipping for orders 49USD and up.
Sa mga nakasubok magbayad ng import fee, 12% ng $217 lang ba ang babayaran na import tax? Ang laki kasi ng deposit, $98.
Sharing this tax calculator (https://customs.gov.ph/boc_tax_calc_informal.php). Di ko sure kung accurate pero nung tumawag ako sa hotline ng Customs, eto yung ginamit nila to determine the estimate tax.
Di ko alam mag fill up sa calculator 😀
Hintayin ko nalang may $30 voucher sa bank para bumaba ng konti ang price
ordered March 13, delivered today! ang bilis! parang shopee na lang din ;DYes, sobrang bilis nga this month. Mukhang nawala na ang congestion ng couriers from last holiday season. Pati mga warehouse nila ang bilis magdispatch ngayon.
ordered March 13, delivered today! ang bilis! parang shopee na lang din ;D
Generally i have not encountered any failures with Amazon, except for my order last 06 Feb., have not arrived until today. Tracking shows until 07 Feb. with the package most likely lost as per the latest update. Refunded already. sayang. this is the only fail from the many times I've ordered directly. The one I ordered last week - 12 March, arrived just today. pretty fast and not complaining.
Which courier handled that lost item?
ECMS. Bad trip pa, the cole haan shoe that i bought was on sale for like less than USD80. now it's back to USD130.
^wow! makapag complain na nga kahit wala ako bibilhin! :DGulo ng associates nila… 3x I got referred to supposedly a “different department.” That other associate naman got disconnected from the chat.
Tried the Metrobank promo today and the code METROBANK30 initially worked when I applied it but I did not proceed with the transaction as I wanted to add more items. When I tried it again, code wouldn't be accepted anymore. I think it assumed I already used it. I complained to Amazon chat support... I got passed around some 5 CS associates (all with Indian names) over an hour but no one could resolve the issue. I doubt they even understood the problem. I had to go over the issue with every associate I chatted with. I got pissed off already and let the last associate know how bad their service was. They ended up crediting me with a 1 time $100 coupon.
I've been ordering various stuff online, wala ako naging problem whatsoever sa customs charges, haven't experienced any loss sa mail, I'm hoping mag tuloy tuloy experience ko, I've lived in Pasig, QC, now in Rizal, I had a solitary incident a guy sa QC Post Office tried charging me, strangely when I returned the next day iba yun tao humarap sa akin (I didn't tell the new person of my incident the previous day waiting for whatever charges sabihin), no charges LOL
dito sa Rizal they deliver straight to your door compared sa Pasig and QC where they send you parcel notice
Hindi pala pare-pareho ang shipment? All the while I thought Amazon shipments are always door to door.
Hindi pala pare-pareho ang shipment? All the while I thought Amazon shipments are always door to door.Supposedly door to door. Mine is always door to door.
Hindi pala pare-pareho ang shipment? All the while I thought Amazon shipments are always door to door.
Is the metrobank 30% still working? The only info i can find is that it ended 2022.I think that was only for last week.
Is the metrobank 30% still working? The only info i can find is that it ended 2022.
Anyone else with bad experience shipping liquid products from Amazon? I ordered a coffee machine descaler 2 months ago and the bottle appeared to have leaked. Bottle was less than 1/2 full and the packaging was very damp. I reported the issue and they replaced it right away. But pagdating nung replacement, same thing, bottle was more or less 1/2 full and the packaging again wet. I reported it again and they just gave me a refund. The bottle kasi was in its standard prduct box and shipped in an Amazon packing sleeve so most likely nadadaganan.
This week naman, I ordered a car cleaning product. This came in a more robust bottle but without any packaging from the manufacturer. Again, it was crammed in an Amazon shipping sleeve. This time the bottle was almost empty because the bottle developed a crack. The Amazon sleeve was obviously damaged from the outside and was still soaking. The rider from Ninja Van said ganun na daw when they got it and report ko na lang daw sa Amazon. I reported it and they just gave me a refund.I told the customer service rep on chat they should improve packaging for internatiional shipping of liquid products.
^you can separate the orders. not an issue
If you wan to buy several items, which will total more than 10k pesos. Would it help if you do not consolidate them?
Or customs/amazon have a way of tracking this to know that you are avoiding duty taxes?
Has anybody here tried ordering from Amazon Japan? I’m guessing reliable naman siguro?
I hate Aramex na gamit ng ibang sellers sa Amazon. One of my parcel got stuck sa Parañaque for two weeks. Kung di ko pa sila minessage (for 6 days) sa Twitter, di uusad ang delivery.
On a related topic. I was able to save 240 dollars for me and some friends na nakiride sa CC ko. 8 separate purchases of at least 100 dollars. Laking tipid ng CC voucher discount
I just received stuff I ordered from Amazon yesterday, and noticed immediately that the box of one item was in bad condition. When I opened, nasa remote pa ang battery and the item was definitely not brand new. I reported immediately to Amazon customer service and promptly got a refund, no questions or even pics of the item requested. When I asked about the return process, no need daw. I can donate, use or give away daw if I want. Long story short, I got the item for free and it was working perfectly, even though it had signs of being slightly used. That was a $30 item din. 😁
how come the Metrobank30 doesn't work this Black Friday sale in Amazon, Metrobank even send an email to use the card & the promo code to get 30$ off.
Nagamit naman ko yun BDO kahapon pero 20% lang.
how come the Metrobank30 doesn't work this Black Friday sale in Amazon, Metrobank even send an email to use the card & the promo code to get 30$ off.
Ordered some items on Nov. 20, days before the actual Black Friday .......... until now, nasa JFK, US pa din daw yung items - Dec 13 pa daw ang arrival sa akin (more than 3 weeks).
IIRC last year hindi ganito katagal ang shipment ng items.
Anyone else ordered pre-Black Friday, dumating na ang items niyo?
Ordered some items on Nov. 20, days before the actual Black Friday .......... until now, nasa JFK, US pa din daw yung items - Dec 13 pa daw ang arrival sa akin (more than 3 weeks).Ordered Nov 25 and estimated arrival date is Dec 12
IIRC last year hindi ganito katagal ang shipment ng items.
Anyone else ordered pre-Black Friday, dumating na ang items niyo?
Thanks sa inputs, guys .......... mukhang, hind naman pala unusual ang ETA nitong latest order ko.