Gibraltar, the British Overseas Territory located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, is known for its unique blend of cultural influences and strategic location. With its thriving community and growing economy, online shopping has become an integral part of daily life for many residents. Does Amazon deliver to Gibraltar? And if so, how can residents of Gibraltar shop from Amazon’s various European and international sites?
The answer is yes and no.
Some sellers, including Amazon, will ship to Gibraltar but there are many third-party sellers on Amazon that won’t. If you want to be able to order what you want from Amazon.co.uk, the easiest thing you can do is get a UK shipping address with package forwarding company Forward2Me. They will then receive your order at their address in the UK, and forward it onto you in Gibraltar.
Which Amazon is Best for Gibraltar Residents?
For most people, the choice is between Amazon.co.uk or Amazon.es (Amazon Spain). If you are ordering from Amazon Spain, be sure to order your items to one of the pickup locations in La Linea across the Spanish border. This applies if you order from any of the other Amazons within the EU, such as Amazon.de (Amazon Germany), which often has a better selection than Amazon Spain.
Help! I Can’t Get My Order Delivered to Gibraltar
While Amazon does provide shipping to many international destinations, some sellers may not offer direct shipping to Gibraltar, or shipping costs may be prohibitive. In such cases, package forwarding companies like Forward2Me can provide a valuable solution.
How Package Forwarding Works:
- Register and Obtain a UK Address: When you sign up with Forward2Me, you’ll be provided with a UK address. This address acts as a receiving point for your Amazon purchases.
- Shop on Amazon: Browse Amazon’s site as usual, but use the UK address provided by Forward2Me at checkout. This allows you to access products that may not otherwise ship directly to Gibraltar.
- Choose Shipping Options to Gibraltar: Package forwarding companies offer various shipping methods to Gibraltar, allowing you to select the best balance of cost and delivery time.
- Customs and Duties: A package forwarding company will assist with customs documentation, ensuring that the package complies with Gibraltar’s import regulations.
- Receive Your Package in Gibraltar: The package is forwarded from the UK address to your address in Gibraltar, providing a seamless shopping experience.
Gibraltar-Based Alternatives
While Gibraltar’s market may not have as extensive a range of online retailers as larger countries, residents still have access to some local and nearby alternatives to Amazon for various shopping needs. Here’s a bullet list of some Gibraltar-based and regional alternatives:
- Eroski Gibraltar: A supermarket chain offering online grocery shopping, household essentials, and more.
- MyWine Gibraltar: Specializing in wines and spirits, this online retailer caters to the local market with a variety of beverage options.
- Gibtelecom’s Online Shop: For tech and telecommunications products, Gibtelecom is a local provider with online shopping options.