Dear OF members, can anyone suggest the best solution for shipping an item to France (Paris)? Fedex/TNT accepts only commercial shipping in Germany, no shipping for private people. Thanks in advance!
I always use DHL Express from/to Germany. They usually need less than 48 hours from the US West Coast to Germany, should work overnight to Paris. Fast, reliable and I think there is an Insurance-option available.
First of all thanks to all. It's not a complete watch, value is 1300Euros. When I tick the box for private person on their website, they tell me, that they ship only for business. Does the insurance cover watches/watch parts? When shipping inside of Germany, watches are "forbidden" that means if the package is lost, you get no refunds.
Never read that anywhere there. But a tracked parcel that is rushing through Europe for less than 20 hours is quite save
Lots of info here... https://omegaforums.net/threads/watches-and-insurance-during-shipping-solution.83160/
We are sending parcels Daily to both Germany and France, 90% of the are to private persons so it should be no problem at all. Remeber max Insurance value FEDEX will cover for a vintage watch if lost is 700 Euros, so no idea to insure for more, youjust have to pay a higher fee but coverage will be 700 however much you pay!