My experience using a freight forwarder to get the Jellycat Birthday Cake to the Netherlands fast

Why the Jellycat Amuseable Birthday Cake is everywhere in 2026

I’ve noticed that my social media feed has been absolutely flooded with the Jellycat Amuseable Birthday Cake lately. It’s not just me—collectors across Europe, and especially in Spain and the Netherlands, are going wild for this specific plush. The problem we face in 2026 is that EU retailers are constantly sold out. I spent weeks refreshing local toy shop pages only to find that the US market has plenty of stock sitting on the shelves of retailers like Nordstrom or the official Jellycat US site.

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The Amuseable Birthday Cake is popular because it’s the perfect gift for literally any age. It has those iconic little cordy legs, a smiling face, and a plush candle that never goes out. Since I couldn't find a single one in Amsterdam, I decided to take matters into my own hands and look across the Atlantic.

The secret to buying from US stores from the Netherlands

Many US stores don't offer direct international shipping to the Netherlands, or if they do, the costs are high. This is where I found a workaround. I used a freight forwarder to bridge the gap. By using comGateway, I was able to get a tax-free us address in Oregon. This is a huge win because it means I didn't have to pay US sales tax on my purchase before it even left the country.

If you find a store that doesn't accept your Dutch credit card, you can even use a proxy shopping service like "BuyForMe" where they handle the purchase for you. I’ve found this to be the fastest way to jump on limited-edition drops before they sell out.

Shipping Estimates and Logistics Breakdown

Before I clicked buy, I wanted to make sure I wasn't going to be surprised by the shipping fees. I used the shipping calculator to get a rough idea of the costs. Here is what I found for the Jellycat Amuseable Birthday Cake:

Even though it’s a light item, I always recommend checking the FAQ or help center to see how they handle consolidation if you are buying other items at the same time. This is the best way to save on DHL international shipping or FedEx international shipping rates.

My step-by-step guide to using a package forwarder

I know it sounds complicated to ship things halfway across the world, but I found the process surprisingly smooth. Here is how I did it:

• First, I signed up at comGateway to get my US shipping address.
• I went to a US retailer and bought the Jellycat Amuseable Birthday Cake, entering my new Oregon address at checkout.
• Once the package arrived at the warehouse, I received a notification. This is the part where you can choose your preferred international shipping service.
• I reviewed the how it works page one more time to ensure I understood the consolidation options.
• I paid the shipping fee and waited for it to arrive in the Netherlands.

By using an established international shipping provider, I felt way more confident that my cake wouldn't go missing in transit.

Dealing with Netherlands import tax and customs

One thing we can't avoid when shopping outside the EU is the import tax. In the Netherlands, you’ll typically need to pay BTW (VAT) and potentially a handling fee to the courier like PostNL or DHL. Since the Jellycat Birthday Cake is usually under the €150 threshold for customs duties, I only had to worry about the 21% VAT.

I always make sure to declare the value accurately to avoid delays at the border. My package cleared customs in about two days, and before I knew it, my Jellycat was sitting on my shelf. If you're looking for the absolute fastest path to get your hands on one, this US-to-NL route is definitely the way to go in 2026.