My experience getting the Brilliant Labs Frame AI Glasses V2 shipped to the Netherlands when US shops wouldn't take my card

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• Why I became obsessed with the Frame AI Glasses V2
• The massive price gap I found between the US and Singapore
• The hidden barrier: Why my Dutch credit card was useless
• How I used BuyForMe to bypass store cancellations
• Getting the package to the Netherlands in 2026
• Breaking down the final costs for Dutch buyers

Why I became obsessed with the Frame AI Glasses V2

I have been tracking the wearable tech scene for a long time, and nothing in 2026 has caught my eye quite like the Brilliant Labs Frame AI Glasses V2. These aren't just another pair of smart glasses; they are completely open-source. I love that I can actually see the code running my hardware. We are talking about real-time translation and a visual search engine that lives right on your face.

When I first saw them in the latest us trends, I knew I had to have a pair. The V2 model is lighter than the original and the battery life has finally reached a point where I can wear them all day through Amsterdam without worrying about a charge. They look like regular glasses, which is a huge plus for me because I don't want to look like a cyborg while I'm grabbing a coffee.

The massive price gap I found between the US and Singapore

As I started shopping around, I noticed something frustrating. If I tried to buy these through international resellers or tech boutiques in Singapore, the markup was insane. We are talking about hundreds of Euros in difference. I realized that the best deals are almost always found in US-based tech boutiques.

Even with international shipping, it is significantly cheaper to shop us store sites directly. However, for those of us living in the Netherlands, getting a US store to actually ship a high-demand item across the Atlantic isn't always as simple as clicking 'buy'.

The hidden barrier: Why my Dutch credit card was useless

Here is where I hit my first major snag. I found a great deal at a US boutique, but every time I tried to check out with my Dutch Mastercard or my PayPal account, the order was instantly flagged. Many of these specialized US tech stores—much like Nike, Sephora, or Apple—have strict fraud prevention systems. They often block international credit cards or automatically decline any order that uses a known parcel forwarding service address as the billing destination.

It is incredibly annoying to have the funds ready but be unable to complete the purchase because your billing address doesn't match a US zip code. This is the 'hidden barrier' that stops most Dutch tech enthusiasts from getting the best gear.

How I used BuyForMe to bypass store cancellations

I didn't want to give up on the Frame AI Glasses V2, so I turned to the comGateway "BuyForMe" service. This was the fix I needed. Instead of me trying to force my Dutch card through a US payment gateway, I simply told them what I wanted to buy.

The process is straightforward: we provide the product link, and comGateway buys the item on our behalf using a US domestic credit card. Since the store sees a local US payment and a local shipping address, the order goes through without a hitch. If you are worried about your order being cancelled by a picky US retailer, I found this to be the safest way to guarantee the product actually leaves the warehouse. It took all the stress out of the "payment declined" loop I was stuck in.

Getting the package to the Netherlands in 2026

Once comGateway received my glasses at their tax-free us address, I was notified immediately. Because the glasses are lightweight, the shipping wasn't nearly as expensive as I feared. I used their shipping calculator beforehand to get a rough idea of the weight-based cost, which helped me avoid any surprises.

I followed their step-by-step guide to consolidate a few other small items I had ordered from different shops, which saved me a bit more on the total shipping fee. We decided to use DHL for the final leg to the Netherlands because their tracking is generally very reliable for Dutch addresses.

Breaking down the final costs for Dutch buyers

When you are importing to the Netherlands in 2026, you have to keep the 'BTW' (VAT) and potential customs duties in mind. Since the Frame AI Glasses V2 are a high-value electronic item, PostNL or your chosen courier will likely collect these fees before delivery.

Even after adding the VAT, I still saved about €120 compared to the prices I was seeing from local European importers or Singaporean resellers. If you are looking for a freight forwarder that understands the nuances of US-to-NL shipping, I definitely recommend this route. It is the only way I've found to get these specific AI glasses without paying the massive 'international tax' that resellers tack on.