Q: My item was lost in transit. When I bought it, it was US$50 on sale. Now it’s retailing for US$100. What is my claimable amount?

Your claim is based on the declared value at the time of shipment —not the current market price. So in this case, since the item was declared at $50 , that would be the maximum claimable amount , even if the item’s value has increased since then. 🧾 This is why it’s important to declare your item’s full value accurately when you ship—any claims depends on it.

Question 1

My item was lost in transit. When I bought it, it was US$50 on sale. Now it’s retailing for US$100. What is my claimable amount?

Accepted Answer

Your claim is based on the declared value at the time of shipment—not the current market price.

So in this case, since the item was declared at $50, that would be the maximum claimable amount, even if the item’s value has increased since then.

🧾 This is why it’s important to declare your item’s full value accurately when you ship—any claims depends on it.

Question 2

Are there other fees?

Accepted Answer

Yes—but only in special cases.

Our shipping partners (DHL and FedEx) may apply surcharges for certain types of deliveries.

These apply to about 5% of shipments annually and include things like:

Remote area delivery

Oversized or irregularly shaped packages

Non-stackable packages

Additional handling requirements

🧾 We review these surcharges regularly and always aim to keep them fair, accurate, and fully transparent.

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Note: Variations in cost depends on the delivering courier and shipment's final destination.

Question 3

What happens if my package is held at customs or rejected at the destination?

Accepted Answer

If your package is held by your country’s customs authority, the courier (DHL or FedEx) will typically:

Notify you directly about the issue

Request any necessary documents or payments (e.g. duties, invoices, ID)

You’ll need to follow your courier’s instructions to clear the package. If customs rejects or returns your package, here’s what happens:

The courier may attempt to return the package to comGateway’s U.S. address (if possible)

You may be charged for return shipping costs

If the package is confiscated by customs, a refund is not possible

🚫 Customs clearance issues are outside comGateway’s control. Always ensure your shipment complies with local import laws to avoid delays or seizure.

Question 4

Can I return a package that I have already received? And do an international return?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can return eligible items, whether you:

Purchased directly from a U.S. merchant, or

Ordered through our BuyForMe service

You can return items from your U.S. Address or from your home country, depending on the situation.

If your package is still at your U.S. Address, we can help you return it directly to the merchant from there—no need to ship it home to yourself first. Learn more here:

❌ Some items (like liquids, perishables, or restricted goods) may not be eligible for international returns. We’ll confirm this during the return request process.

If You Bought Directly from the Merchant

1.Check the merchant’s return policy

Before starting a return, check:

Is the item returnable?

How refunds are issued—store credit or original payment?

Is there a returns window (typically 15–60 days)?

Note: International shipping back to the merchant can take 7–10 business days.

2.Get the necessary documents from the merchant

A commercial invoice

A return label

An RMA number (return authorization), if required

⚠️ For some returns, the merchant won’t offer a prepaid label. That means you will be responsible for any domestic U.S. shipping costs in addition to the international return fee.

3.Email us

Let us know which item(s) you want to return. We’ll:

Review the merchant’s return policy

Send you a quote for international return shipping

Include a returns admin fee in the quote

4.Choose your return method: 2 options

Option A: Use comGateway’s courier:

We’ll arrange pickup from your location

Pay the quoted amount in your My Account > Payment Requests

You’ll need to print and attach the return label, commercial invoice, and any RMA provided

The delivery agent will provide a courier consignment note and tracking number

Option B: Use your own courier:

You’re free to manage the return on your own

Please inform us if you proceed independently

5.Refunds

After the merchant receives your item:

They will issue a refund based on their policy

comGateway does not manage refunds for direct purchases—you’ll need to liaise with the merchant directly.

If You Used BuyForMe for the order

1. Contact us

Email us with the item(s) you’d like to return. We’ll:

Review the merchant’s return terms

Send a quote for return shipping and the admin fee

2. Confirm your return

If you wish to proceed, we’ll send you:

A return label

A commercial invoice

An RMA number, if applicable

You’ll need to print and affix these documents to your package.

3. Pickup + Tracking

comGateway will arrange for the courier to pick up the return

The delivery agent will provide:
- A consignment note
- A tracking number

4.Refund processing

Once the merchant refunds us, we’ll transfer your refund to your original payment method

This will happen within 7 days, minus any applicable charges

Question 5

What are OneBox terms and conditions?

Accepted Answer

By confirming this request, you agree and allow comGateway to discard or cut external packing materials to reduce volumetric weight. This may affect its eligibility for Returns, depending on the merchant's policies. We do not guarantee that all your items will fit in one container, but trust that our expert warehouse team will put them in the least number of boxes or polybags without compromising its safety during international delivery. This process cannot be undone and is irreversible. OneBox package(s) is not eligible to be split into multiple packages. Processing will take up to 2 business days to complete. However, depending on the complexity of your instructions, additional processing days may be needed. We cannot guarantee that all additional instructions will be carried out. If OneBox is not feasible on your selected packages, we’ll notify you and payment will be refunded.

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