Question 1

How does renewal work?

Accepted Answer

You can renew manually from your account dashboard.

🔁 No auto-renew unless you enable it. You’re in control.

Question 2

What is Elevated Risk Surcharge?

Accepted Answer

Elevated Risk surcharge of $30 is applied when shipping to or importing from a destination country, DHL is operating at elevated risk due to continuous state of war, civil unrest, or continuous threats from terrorism.

Countries affected (subject to change):

Afghanistan, Bahrain, Burkina Faso, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Haiti, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Mali, Oman, Qatar, Somalia Mogadishu, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, Venezuela and Yemen.

Question 3

Are there items I can’t purchase that are prohibited for international shipping?

Accepted Answer

Dangerous / Combustive Materials

Flammable Liquids- • perfumes • colognes • eau de toilette • fragrance sprays • nail polish & nail polish removers • toners • sanitizers • after shaves • essential oils & diffuser oils • alcoholic beverages • compressed gas cylinders • sprays • aerosol cans • hairsprays • shaving creams • hair mousse • treatments containing alcohol (Rogaine) • fuels • battery fluids • gasoline • lighters with lighter fuel • petroleum • gas torches	Oxidizing Substances & Organic Peroxides • bleach • paint thinners & removers • adhesive products (glue, silicone) • turpentine • fertilizers • weed killers • insecticides	Flammable Solids Lithium batteries unless they comply with the following packaging requirements; • contained in properly packaged equipment • batteries securely cushioned & packed to prevent short circuiting
ExportControlled Items (any product which can be used in military, chemical or biological weapons, missile technology, or nuclear proliferation) • handcuffs • leg cuffs • ankle cuffs • police-type batons • spraying & fogging systems	Firearms &Weapons / Firearms(or parts thereof) and associated equipment & offensive weapons • sharp items such as hunting knives and swords • imitation arms including toy guns, toy pistols, hand grenades • firecrackers and fireworks • cigarette lighters resembling weapons	Drugs • controlled chemicals including substances used for the manufacture of dangerous drugs or psychotropic substances • narcotic drugs • prescription drugs • unlicensed drugs
Valuables • antiques • art works • precious metals & stones • jewelry / luxury Watch • diamonds • gold & silver • currency • bullion	Others • pornographic materials • counterfeit/replica goods • magnetic material • radioactive material & waste • items requiring temperature-control/ perishable goods

You will be held responsible and liable for paying any related cost occurred should you choose to ship these items.

All shipments must comply with the import laws of the country of your shipment destination.

When in doubt, please contact our Customer Service team.

Question 4

What’s the difference between volumetric weight vs actual weight?

Accepted Answer

Shipping weight is based on whichever is greater:

Actual weight – the physical weight of your package in kilograms

Volumetric weight – how much space the package takes up

📦 If your package is large but lightweight (like a pillow in a big box), the
volumetric weight

Why is volumetric weight sometimes used instead of actual weight?

In international air shipping, space is just as important as weight. Large packages—even light ones—take up valuable cargo room.

That’s why couriers charge based on the larger of the two: actual weight vs. volumetric weight.

How is volumetric weight calculated?

Volumetric weight is calculated using the package’s dimensions:

Length × Width × Height (in cm) ÷ Volumetric Factor

Our courier partners (DHL and FedEx) use the industry standard volumetric factor to determine billable weight.

🧠 We always compare both weights—and you’re charged whichever is higher.

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Heads up: Merchant weight ≠ shipping weight

The shipping weight listed by U.S. retailers (on your order confirmation) is usually based on domestic ground shipping, and does not correspond to international air shipping criteria.

Domestic ground shipping calculations:

Might not include volumetric weight

May use a different formula altogether

So don’t rely on merchant info for estimating international shipping cost—learn how to estimate your shipping costs here

Question 5

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.

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