Parcel Forwarding Service From US to Australia.
Get a free US shipping address, shop the American stores that do not deliver to Australia, and we forward your parcels to your door in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or anywhere else in the country — with your orders combined into one shipment.
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How Does US to Australia Parcel Forwarding Work?
Get your free US address
Sign up in 30 seconds and receive a personal shipping address at our Wilmington, Delaware warehouse with your own suite number. No documents, no monthly fee.
Shop US stores
Use your Atvido address at checkout in any American store — including the many that will not ship to Australia or refuse an Australian card.
We receive & consolidate
We photograph every parcel, store it free for 30 days and combine your orders into one optimised shipment.
We ship to Australia
We photograph and combine your orders, then send them on to your Australian address with tracking and insurance options.

Real people handle your parcels
Your order is received, checked, photographed and packed by our own warehouse team before it travels to Australia. No black box, no automated shrug — if something looks wrong, a person tells you.
- Every parcel photographed on arrival
- Repacked and consolidated by hand
- Support answers in your language, fast
Customs & import duties in Australia
Nothing at the border under A$1,000
Parcels valued at A$1,000 or less — roughly $650 — clear without customs duty or border charges, which covers most ordinary orders. It is one of the highest thresholds anywhere, and it makes this a far simpler route than shipping into Canada.
Above A$1,000: AUSFTA can zero the duty
Past the threshold the Border Force collects 10% GST, an import processing charge, and customs duty — but under AUSFTA, the US–Australia free trade agreement, goods actually made in the United States clear duty-free. Goods made elsewhere and merely shipped from the US pay the standard rate, commonly 5%.
Estimate before you buy
Use our free duty calculator to see the full landed cost — no surprises at delivery.
Duty calculatorUnder the threshold, GST is normally collected by the seller at checkout under Australia’s low-value imported goods rules rather than at the border, so a parcel arriving with nothing to pay is the usual outcome. Rates depend on the exact product classification, so treat these figures as an estimate rather than a quote.
What imports really cost in Australia?
Worked examples against the A$1,000 threshold, showing the AUSFTA difference on the same item, with GST at 10%. Australian customs assesses in Australian dollars at the exchange rate on the day.
| Item | Value + shipping | Customs duty | VAT (10% GST) | Estimated total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare set (under A$1,000) | $60 | $0 | $0 | $60 |
| Sneakers (under A$1,000) | $110 | $0 | $0 | $110 |
| Coat (US-made, AUSFTA) | $700 | $0 | $70.00 | $770.00 |
| Coat (made outside the US) | $700 | $35.00 | $73.50 | $808.50 |
Estimates for illustration — exact rates depend on the product category. Estimate your own item →
Popular US stores Australian shoppers use Atvido for
Fashion
- Nordstrom
- Macy's
- Gap
- Abercrombie & Fitch
- J.Crew
- Old Navy
Electronics
- Amazon
- Best Buy
- Newegg
- B&H Photo
- Walmart
- eBay
Beauty & health
- Sephora
- Ulta Beauty
- Bath & Body Works
- iHerb
- CVS
- Target
Toys & collectibles
- Disney Store
- LEGO US
- GameStop
- Funko
- Hot Topic
- Pokémon Center
What cannot be shipped from the US to Australia?
Customs authorities restrict or prohibit certain goods. The most common:
- Narcotics and controlled substances
- Firearms, weapons and ammunition
- Counterfeit goods and replicas
- Perishable food without certificates
- Flammable liquids, aerosols and batteries shipped loose
- Electronics without required safety marking (e.g. CE)
Unsure about an item? Ask our support before you buy — a real person replies fast.
What our customers say
A great choice!
“A very reliable, very fast company with great prices — the communication is excellent, too! It is always a great pleasure dealing with Atvido.”
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“Staff was fast to respond to all my messages and delivery was good. Highly recommend.”
R RyanFrequently asked questions
What is US to Australia parcel forwarding?
You get a real US address at our Wilmington, Delaware warehouse, use it at checkout in any American store, and we forward the parcel on to your address in Australia. To the shop it is an ordinary domestic delivery, which opens up the retailers that will not ship this far.
Is US to Australia parcel forwarding legit?
Yes. Forwarding is a completely normal, legal service used by millions of shoppers, and your parcel is declared to Australian customs like any other import. As with any provider, check independent reviews rather than relying on a company’s own claims.
Will I pay customs duty on parcels from the US to Australia?
Usually not. Parcels worth A$1,000 or less — about $650 — clear without customs duty or border charges, and that covers most ordinary orders. Above A$1,000 the Border Force collects 10% GST and an import processing charge, plus duty on anything not made in the United States.
What is AUSFTA and how do I get the duty-free rate?
AUSFTA is the free trade agreement between the United States and Australia, in force since 2005. It removes customs duty on goods genuinely made in the US, provided origin can be shown. An American shop selling something manufactured in Asia does not qualify, so the standard rate applies to that item — though only above A$1,000.
How much does US to Australia parcel forwarding cost?
The US address itself is free, with no subscription, and storage is free for the first 30 days. Shipping on this route is quoted per parcel rather than from a fixed table, because the price depends on weight, size and the service you choose — sign up and we will quote your actual parcel.
Which US stores can I shop from Australia?
Any store that delivers within the United States: Amazon, Walmart, Target, Macy's, Nordstrom, Best Buy, Sephora and thousands more, often with US-only sizes, colourways and sale prices. If a store will not take your Australian card, our Buy For Me service can buy the items for you.
Can I combine several US orders into one parcel?
Yes, and on a route this long it is the main saving. Air freight to Australia dominates the cost, so paying it once instead of several times beats anything you would save by splitting — and only the amount above A$1,000 attracts charges at all. We hold parcels free for 30 days.
How long does US to Australia shipping take?
It is a long-haul route, so allow more time than a domestic delivery: typically under a fortnight with an express service and longer with economy air. Because this route is quoted per parcel, you will see the services and their delivery estimates before you pay.
What cannot be shipped from the US to Australia?
The usual air freight restrictions apply, and Australia is stricter than most on biosecurity: no food, seeds, plant or animal products, alongside the normal bans on batteries outside their device, aerosols and flammable liquids. If you are unsure about an item, ask us before you buy it.
Do I pay US sales tax on my order?
Delaware, where our warehouse sits, charges no state sales tax, so orders shipped to your suite there are not taxed at the till the way they would be in most states. What the retailer charges is ultimately its own call, but the address itself is in a sales-tax-free state.
What if a US store will not accept my Australian card?
Plenty of American retailers only accept US-issued cards or a US billing address. Our Buy For Me service solves that: tell us what you want, we purchase it on your behalf with our own local payment details, then forward it to you like any other order.
Before you order
Buy For Me service
US checkout refusing your Australian card? We buy the item for you and forward it on.
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Estimate Australian GST and customs duty by product category before you buy.
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