How I got the US-exclusive Bellroy Venture Backpack 22L Lunar Edition sent to Belgium with zero paperwork

Why I obsessed over the 2026 Lunar Edition

I’ve been watching the buzz around the Bellroy Venture Backpack 22L (2026 'Lunar' Edition) for months. It started as a trend among Taipei’s urban commuters who were desperate for that specific ergonomic harness update. Once I saw the 'Lunar' colorway—a US-exclusive matte silver-grey—I knew I needed it for my daily trips around Brussels. The problem is that local retail markups in Europe are steep, and the US MSRP is significantly lower.

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I noticed this bag popping up on lists of popular products across gear forums. The new harness system is specifically designed for long-duration wear, which is perfect for my lifestyle. However, Bellroy’s US-exclusive releases don't always make it easy for those of us in Belgium to just click 'buy'.

The paperwork-free method I used

I didn't want to spend my weekend filling out customs declarations or arguing with courier services. I wanted the 'lazy' path. I decided to shop us store sites directly by using a dedicated US shipping address. This allowed me to bypass the international shipping restrictions that many US retailers have in place.

By using a freight forwarder, I was able to have the package delivered to a warehouse in a tax-free state first. This saved me a bit on the initial US sales tax, which is always a nice bonus when you're already paying for international transit.

My shipping estimates for Belgium

Before I committed, I had to make sure I wasn't going to be surprised by the cost. I used a shipping calculator to get a ballpark figure. Here is what I found for the Bellroy Venture 22L:

Since this item doesn't contain electronics, I didn't have to worry about the shipping rules regarding hazardous materials or batteries. However, because it’s a structured 22L bag, the box is somewhat bulky. I highly recommend checking the estimate shipping cost tool to see how volumetric weight might affect your final price to Belgium.

Dealing with US store credit card blocks

One of the biggest hurdles I faced was the payment. Some US-based gear shops are notorious for blocking international credit cards or automatically cancelling orders that use a known forwarding address. I’ve had this happen with Nike and Sephora before, and it’s incredibly frustrating.

To solve this, I used the "BuyForMe" service. Essentially, I told the comGateway team what I wanted, and they bought the Bellroy Lunar Edition for me using a US domestic credit card. This is the safest way to guarantee the order actually goes through. If you’re worried about your Belgian card being rejected, this service is a lifesaver. It eliminates the back-and-forth emails with customer service trying to explain why your billing and shipping addresses don't match.

Why I chose a US forwarder

I chose to use a tax-free us address because it simplifies the entire process. Instead of managing multiple tracking numbers from different retailers, I can consolidate everything. If you are curious about how the process works for other items, you might also like to check our guide on us trends for 2026 gear.

The support team was also available to answer my questions about how Belgian customs handles gear like this. Having a reliable help center to turn to made me feel much more confident about the purchase.

Getting it across the border

Once the backpack arrived at my US address, I reviewed the international shipping rates to choose the fastest delivery speed to Belgium. I wanted my bag before my next weekend trip to the Ardennes. The process was seamless—I paid the shipping fees, and the package arrived at my door in Brussels a few days later.

If you're looking for the 2026 Lunar Edition and don't want to deal with the headache of direct international retail, this is definitely the path I recommend. It’s low-effort, avoids the credit card blocks, and gets you that US-exclusive gear without the typical stress.