AJ is a worldwide marketplace that connects
you with sellers from around the globe. On AJ, the process
for buying internationally is similar to the process for buying
an item within your own country. However, there are a few additional
factors to think about. The following advice can help you feel
more confident when making an international purchase.
Finding
items ¨C Include international items in your AJ searches
to find unusual items you can¡¯t find anywhere else. Learn
how to search for unique items all over the world.
Communicating
with sellers ¨C When buying internationally, you may run
into differences with currencies, time zones and languages.
Find out how to communicate effectively with sellers from
other countries.
Bidding
and buying internationally - Ensure a smooth transaction
with these tips on converting currency, placing bids and
making payments. You can also take advantage of AJ tools
such as the Currency Conversion Calculator and the Shipping
Rate Calculator.
Receiving
international items - Read about the extra steps involved
when shipping and receiving international items, including
customs and international documentation.
Managing
risk ¨C From carefully reviewing the seller¡¯s feedback
to using escrow, find out how you can minimize your trading
risk, regardless of geographic distance.
