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Stores in the UK That Ship to the USA
If you’re in the USA and want to shop British brands, you’ve probably found the same thing a lot of people do: some UK stores will ship straight to your door, and others won’t touch a US address at all. Neither is random, it usually comes down to cost, customs complexity, or a store simply not having built out international shipping.
It’s also worth knowing that this landscape has been shifting recently. The US removed its de minimis exemption for low-value imports on August 29, 2025, meaning UK retailers shipping smaller orders to the US now face customs duties and processing that didn’t apply before, and from July 24, 2026, postal shipments lose their simplified customs treatment entirely. Some UK stores have adjusted their US shipping as a result, so a store’s policy today isn’t guaranteed to be the same as it was a year or two ago.
Below, we’ve split out UK stores that do ship to the USA by category, followed by well-known ones that don’t, and what to do about it if the store you want isn’t on the “yes” list.
The Most Popular UK Stores That Ship to the USA
Before diving into the full category breakdown below, here’s a quick-reference list of some of the most recognizable UK names that do ship directly to the US: ASOS, Boden, Marks & Spencer, Next, Harrods, Fortnum & Mason, House of Fraser, and Amazon UK. These cover fashion, department store shopping, and British groceries between them, and each is detailed further in its category section below.
UK Clothing Stores that Ship to the USA
- ASOS. A genuinely international online-only retailer covering a huge range of styles and price points, plus a large marketplace section for smaller and vintage sellers. ASOS ships to the US as standard, with US-specific pricing shown at checkout.
- Shipping cost: $10 standard (free on orders over $20 with ASOS Premier, $19.99/year), $14.99 for express
- Delivery time: 5-8 business days standard, 3-4 business days express
- Boden. British smart-casual and colourful prints, established in 1991. Boden has long shipped to the US directly and even runs US-specific sales and sizing guidance.
- Shipping cost: $5 standard (free on orders over $75), $25 for express
- Delivery time: 3-6 business days standard, 1-2 business days express
- Marks & Spencer. A UK institution since 1884, known for reliable basics, tailoring, and food alongside clothing. M&S ships internationally, including to the US, through its main site.
- Shipping cost: varies by order, check at checkout
- Delivery time: typically 5-10 business days standard
- Next. Founded in Leeds, Next covers affordable, wardrobe-staple fashion for the whole family and ships to the US with tracked delivery.
- Shipping cost: free on orders over $30, $5 flat rate under $30
- Delivery time: 3-4 working days
- River Island. London-founded high-street fashion retailer known for on-trend, affordable pieces, ships to the US directly from its main site.
- Shipping cost: around £4 standard, £5 next day, free on orders over £15
- Delivery time: around 5 days on average
These UK stores are ideal places to look for anyone who wants to make the most of international shipping! The stores all take pride in their dedication to quality and they won’t disappoint. Shopping on these UK sites is just as convenient as going out to your local grocery store!
UK Grocery Stores That Ship to the USA
So you’ve got the outfit, but have you got a kitchen full of UK supplies? If you want to treat your kitchen to some delicious UK groceries, we know just the stores!
Here are some UK grocery stores that ship to the USA:
- BritSuperstore. Trading online for over 15 years, BritSuperstore ships a wide range of British food and drink worldwide, including the US. Worth knowing: it’s run by the same company as BritStore below, so expect overlapping stock between the two.
- Shipping cost: varies by weight and destination, calculated at checkout
- Delivery time: 2-10 working days for tracked air service, or 20-30 working days for the cheaper untracked economy option
- British Essentials. A dedicated British grocery importer covering teas, biscuits, preserves, and other pantry staples, with worldwide shipping including the US.
- Shipping cost: flat rate for a box up to 30kg, calculated by a “shipping optimiser” as you shop, duties and tariffs included in the price shown at checkout
- Exact delivery time unknown
- BritishGram. An online-only British supermarket built specifically around international delivery, with a stated focus on US customers looking for authentic UK brands not available locally.
- Shipping cost: varies by order, shown at checkout
- Delivery time: typically 3-10 business days depending on shipping option selected
- BritStore. Same parent company as BritSuperstore (Britstore Ltd), offering a similar range of British food shipped worldwide. If you’ve tried one, you’ve effectively tried both.
- Same shipping terms as BritSuperstore (see above)
- Amazon UK. Not a grocery specialist, but its Amazon UK storefront carries a wide range of British food and drink brands, worth checking if you’re after something specific rather than a full grocery shop.
- Shipping cost and delivery time: varies by item and seller, shown at checkout
Do you want to serve some UK classics at your next dinner party? Give these stores a go and treat your American guests to something new! Shopping this way is really convenient, but are there any department stores that have the same options?
UK Department Stores That Ship to the USA
Department stores are always interesting to look around. Thankfully, some of the UK stores cater to customers in the rest of the world, too.
Here are some UK department stores that ship to the USA:
- House of Fraser. Established in 1849, this department store covers beauty, fashion, homeware, and electricals under one roof, and ships internationally including to the US.
- Shipping cost: from around £8.33
- Delivery time: 3-21 business days
- Harrods. The most recognisable name in British luxury retail, Harrods ships fashion, beauty, and homeware to the US, along with a Tax-Free Shopping option for eligible orders.
- Shipping cost: duties and taxes are built into the product price wherever possible, rather than charged as a separate flat fee, exact delivery charge shown at checkout
- Harvey Nichols. A prestige department store covering designer fashion, beauty, and gifts, with international shipping available to the US.
- Shipping cost: $33 flat US delivery charge
- Delivery time: 5-7 working days
- Liberty London. Known for its distinctive prints and curated mix of established and emerging designers, Liberty ships internationally, including to the US, from its main site.
- Shipping cost: $20 Express Delivery, free on orders over $200
- Delivery time: up to 5 days (order before 4pm UK time)
- Fortnum & Mason. London’s famous luxury food and gift purveyor since 1707, ships its teas, hampers, and gifts to the US.
These department stores cater to customers in the USA, offering a convenient option of international shipping. From fashion to toys, homeware, and more, you really can get it all at these department stores.
UK Toy Stores That Ship to the USA
If you’re a parent looking to treat your child to the trending toys in the UK, or you’re looking for the perfect, fun gift, you can shop from the USA and get the items delivered to you. Some toy stores in the UK offer shipping services, meaning you can enjoy an online browsing experience and delight children of all ages.
Here are some UK toy stores that ship to the USA:
- Amazon UK. As with groceries, Amazon UK’s toy selection is worth checking for anything specific to the UK market that isn’t available on Amazon’s US site.
- Shipping cost and delivery time: varies by item and seller, shown at checkout
- Benjamin Pollock’s Toyshop. One of the oldest toy shops in London, specialising in traditional toy theatres, puppets, and vintage-style toys, with international shipping available through its online store.
- Shipping cost: duties/taxes are collected upfront at checkout for eligible countries so the price shown is the final cost
- Exact delivery time unknown
- Waterstones. The UK’s best-known bookshop chain also stocks games, puzzles, and activity sets for children, and ships internationally.
- Shipping cost: calculated at checkout, no fixed published rate, only books (not games/puzzles) are eligible for international shipping, and items priced £135+ can’t be purchased online for international delivery
- Exact delivery time unknown
- Eve’s Toyshop. An award-winning independent toy shop based in Wales, specialising in traditional, European-sourced toys and games, with international shipping available.
- Exact delivery time and shipping cost unknown
These different stores cater to customers in the USA by offering a convenient and accessible shipping option. On each of their websites, it’s really easy to enter your shipping request and change your location. While this is great for a wide range of customers, it’s important to note that not all stores ship to the USA, and other options are required.
Stores That Do Not Ship From the UK to the USA
While some stores offer the convenient option of international shipping to the USA, unfortunately, others aren’t as accessible. Some stores restrict their shipping, leaving customers in the USA without a way to access products from British clothing stores, grocery stores, department stores, and toy stores.
But which ones? In this section, we’ll uncover some key stores that don’t ship to the USA.
UK Clothing Stores
Some clothing stores in the UK allow customers in the USA to browse and order their favorite pieces right to their doorstep. However, certain companies restrict their shipping options and don’t deliver to other parts of the world. Here are some stores that don’t ship to the USA:
- Primark. Founded in 1969, Primark doesn’t offer online ordering or shipping anywhere in the world, in the UK or internationally, it’s a deliberate business decision tied to its low-price, high-volume model. In-store only, including its growing number of US locations.
- & Other Stories. Part of the H&M Group, this fashion and beauty brand focuses on a curated European shopping experience and doesn’t currently ship to the US.
- New Look. A UK high-street fashion retailer since 1969, known for affordable trend-led pieces, without US shipping on its main site.
- In The Style. Founded in 2013, this influencer-collaboration-heavy fashion brand sells UK-focused ranges without direct US shipping.
UK Grocery Stores
The UK is well-known for its traditional food items, and a lot of people in the USA are eager to try them out for themselves. While some grocery stores in the UK offer shipping to the USA, others don’t. Here are some examples:
- ASDA. A major UK supermarket chain since 1949, focused entirely on physical stores and UK online delivery, no international shipping.
- Morrisons. UK supermarket chain since 1899, UK delivery only.
- Aldi. The UK’s most popular discount supermarket chain, UK stores and delivery only.
- Lidl. Affordable UK grocery chain since 1973, no international shipping.
- Sainsbury’s. Long-running UK supermarket group since 1869, UK-focused delivery only.
UK Department Stores
Department stores are ideal places to find a wide range of products, and this is great for customers looking to indulge in British culture. Despite some department stores in the UK offering shipping to the USA, others don’t offer the same service. Here are some stores that unfortunately don’t ship to the USA:
- John Lewis. Founded in 1894, John Lewis offers selective international delivery on some products to a limited list of countries, but the US currently isn’t included.
- Fenwick. A family-run department store chain originating in Newcastle in 1882, UK delivery only.
- Browns. A luxury fashion boutique founded in York in 1890, still family-run, with UK-focused delivery.
- TK Maxx. Part of the same parent company (TJX) as T.J.Maxx in the US, so while TK Maxx UK itself doesn’t ship to the US, T.J.Maxx’s own US stores and site cover similar off-price fashion for American shoppers directly.
- Debenhams. Worth explaining properly here: the original Debenhams department store chain closed all its physical stores in 2021 after going into administration. What operates today under the Debenhams name is an online-only marketplace, now run by Boohoo Group (which renamed itself Debenhams Group in 2025), selling a mix of third-party brands. It doesn’t ship to the US.
UK Toy Stores
If you’re seeking toys or games from a UK toy store, you have some options! The bad news is that the selection is limited, and not all stores cater to shoppers in the USA. Here are some examples of stores that don’t provide international shipping:
- The Entertainer. UK toy retailer since 1981, physical stores and UK-focused delivery.
- Smyths Toys Superstore. Large toy and entertainment retailer since 1986, UK and Ireland focused.
- Hamleys. The world’s oldest toy shop, founded in 1760, internationally famous but without direct US shipping from its UK site.
- Toytown. One of the largest independent toy retailers in Northern Ireland and the UK, with 34 stores, UK and Ireland delivery only.
How to Get Items from UK Stores That Don’t Ship to the USA
If the store you want isn’t on the “ships to USA” list above, a UK parcel forwarding service is the standard way around it. You get a UK address to use at checkout instead of your own, the store ships the order there as it would for any UK customer, and the forwarding service sends it on to you in the US afterward.
The process with Atvido works like this:
- Sign up for a free Atvido account and get your UK shipping address.
- Shop as normal at any UK store, using your Atvido UK address at checkout instead of your own.
- Your package arrives at Atvido’s UK facility, and you’ll get a notification once it’s in.
- Choose your courier and shipping speed, and Atvido forwards it on to your US address.
A couple of things happen behind the scenes that are worth knowing about too. Every package is inspected and photographed before it ships onward, so you can see exactly what’s arrived before deciding what to do next. If you’re ordering from more than one UK store on this list, and not just one, Atvido can consolidate everything into a single shipment, which is usually where the real savings come from, up to 80% compared to paying for separate international deliveries. Customs paperwork is handled on Atvido’s end too, so there’s nothing extra for you to sort out on arrival.
If a store doesn’t accept a US-issued card, or an item is limited-stock and needs buying quickly, Atvido’s personal shopper service will purchase it on your behalf instead, using the same UK address setup.
Get your free UK address with Atvido →
How to Shop from the UK When Living in the US
Once you know which stores ship directly and which need a forwarding address, actually placing the order smoothly comes down to a few practical things:
Check the currency and payment method at checkout. Most UK stores that ship to the US will show prices in USD and accept US-issued cards directly, but a few still default to GBP, worth checking before you complete an order so you’re not caught off guard by your card’s foreign transaction fee.
Convert UK sizing before you buy. UK clothing and shoe sizes don’t match US sizing directly, most stores show a size guide on the product page, use it rather than guessing based on your usual US size.
Factor in customs duty for orders over a certain value. As covered above, the removal of the US de minimis exemption means even smaller orders can now attract duties, check the store’s checkout page to see whether duties are calculated upfront or collected on delivery.
Track your order from both ends. Whether you’re ordering directly or through a forwarding address, keep the tracking number handy, international deliveries sometimes hand off between carriers partway through (for example, Royal Mail to USPS), and having the number ready makes it easier to check status if something looks delayed.
Know your return policy before you buy. International returns are often more expensive and slower than domestic ones, some stores offer prepaid international return labels, others don’t, worth checking this before ordering anything you might want to send back.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do some UK stores ship to the USA and others don’t?
It usually comes down to cost and complexity rather than a single reason, international shipping means dealing with customs paperwork, higher shipping costs, and sometimes different product regulations, which not every retailer has built into their operations. Company size isn’t a reliable predictor either, some large chains like Primark don’t ship online anywhere, while some independent shops do.
Is it cheaper to use a UK forwarding address than to pay a store’s own international shipping fee?
It depends on the order. For a single item from a store that does ship to the US directly, their own shipping may be perfectly reasonable. Where forwarding tends to save money is when you’re ordering from multiple UK stores, since consolidating everything into one shipment usually costs less than paying for several separate international deliveries.
Do I have to pay customs or import duty on UK orders shipped to the US?
Possibly, depending on the value of your order and current US import rules. This is generally the buyer’s responsibility rather than something either the store or the forwarding service covers, so it’s worth checking current thresholds before ordering something expensive.
