One rainy evening in Islamabad, I was trying to order a small tech accessory from a US store that had a good price for once. Everything looked fine until checkout. Then the site basically told me, sorry bhai, we don’t ship to your country. Tab closed, tea made, annoyance confirmed.

That’s the whole reason package forwarding services exist. They give you a virtual US address, receive your parcel there, then ship it to you almost anywhere in the world. Sounds simple. Sometimes it is. Sometimes the cheap-looking option turns expensive after storage fees, photos, consolidation charges, or support that disappears the second a package goes missing.

I cleaned up this old list, removed stale fluff, flagged dead names, and focused on services that still matter now. I also care more about reliability than a marketing promise about being the cheapest on earth. Cheap is nice. Getting your parcel is nicer.

01Quick comparison of the best package forwarding services

Service	Best for	Key strength	Main catch	Status
MyUS	General use, wide country coverage	Long track record, many shipping options	Paid features can add up	Active
Stackry	Value, tax-free address, consolidation	New Hampshire address, good carrier mix	Personal shopper is extra	Active
Ship7	US + UK shopping	Two address regions, beginner-friendly	Coverage and fees need checking per country	Active
Shipito	Long storage and flexible plans	Multiple warehouse locations	Fee structure can get confusing	Active
PostScan Mail	Mail + parcels together	Virtual mailbox network	Better for mail users than bargain hunters	Active
USGoBuy	Tax-free Oregon forwarding	Good support in my experience	Not always the cheapest final bill	Active
Shop & Ship	Multi-country shopping	Many origin countries via Aramex	Pricing can be rough for casual buyers	Active

021. MyUS

MyUS is still one of the safer default picks if you just want a service that has been around forever and ships to a lot of countries. I used to recommend it more aggressively. I don’t anymore, mostly because newer competitors got more flexible on pricing. Still, for reliability, carrier options, and general trust, it holds up well.

Key fact	Details
Membership	Free and paid plans
Mail forwarding	Available on higher-tier plans
Carriers	DHL, Aramex, UPS, USPS, economy options depending on route
Country coverage	Wide international coverage
Pricing note	Check current plan and consolidation fees before signing up

Best for: You want a known name, lots of shipping options, and fewer surprises.

Skip if: You only ship small, low-value parcels and want the lowest possible cost.

URL: MyUS.com

032. ViaBox

ViaBox has always looked attractive because a lot of features come included. Consolidation, repacking, assisted purchase, long storage, all that sounds nice on paper. The problem is familiar in this industry. Companies don’t work for free. If the front-end fees look light, the shipping cost often does the heavy lifting.

Key fact	Details
Membership	Free
Warehouse	Oregon address
Storage	Up to 180 days
Services	Forwarding, assisted purchase, consolidation, repacking
Main concern	Shipping can be expensive, and service speed has been a complaint

Best for: You want free assisted purchase and long storage more than rock-bottom shipping.

Skip if: You already know your parcel will be heavy or bulky.

URL: ViaBox.com

043. Shipixy

Shipixy is more shipping-focused than mailbox-focused, and that changes the feel of the service. If you already know what you’re buying and mostly care about getting a decent quote fast, it can make sense. I wouldn’t put it first for everyone, but I can see the appeal for straightforward forwarding jobs.

Key fact	Details
Coverage	Ships from the US to 190+ countries
Carrier angle	FedEx partnership is a big part of their pitch
Tracking	Live tracking available
Insurance	Free insurance up to stated limits, verify current terms
Main strength	Quick quoting and simple setup

Best for: You want a simple shipping flow and a quick estimate before committing.

Skip if: You need deep mailbox features or lots of hand-holding.

URL: https://www.shipixy.com/

054. Stackry

Stackry is one of the services I still like recommending. The New Hampshire address helps avoid US sales tax at many stores, the shipping options are solid, and the service feels built by people who understand that customers care about photos, repacking, consolidation, and dangerous goods handling. Practical stuff. Not buzzwords.

Key fact	Details
Warehouse	New Hampshire, tax-free
Membership	No subscription required
Storage	About 45 days free, check current policy
Carriers	DHL, FedEx, USPS, Global Mail
Extra services	Repacking, consolidation, package photos, hazmat support

Best for: Most international shoppers who want a good balance of cost, trust, and useful features.

Skip if: You need a UK address too, not just a US one.

URL: Stackry.com

065. Ship7

Ship7 is one of the better choices if you shop from both US and UK stores. That’s a real advantage, especially for fashion, supplements, niche electronics, and random store exclusives that show up in one region only. I also like that it feels beginner-friendly. You don’t need a PhD in forwarding fees to get started.

Key fact	Details
Addresses	US and UK
Membership	Free
Storage	About 60 days free, verify current terms
Carriers	DHL, FedEx, Aramex, USPS, economy options
Insurance	Basic coverage available, higher cover costs extra

Best for: You shop from both the US and UK and want one account for both.

Skip if: You only need the cheapest US-only forwarder.

URL: https://ship7.com

076. PostScan Mail

PostScan Mail is a bit different from the usual package-forwarding names because it’s also a serious virtual mailbox service. If you need postal mail, scans, cloud storage, and package forwarding in one place, it makes more sense than a pure shopping forwarder. If you just want to buy sneakers from a US store twice a year, it’s probably more service than you need.

Key fact	Details
Main focus	Virtual mailbox plus package forwarding
Address network	Hundreds of US mailing address options
Tax-free options	Available in states like Delaware, Oregon, and New Hampshire
Carriers	DHL, UPS, FedEx, USPS, Global Post
Useful extras	Content scans, cloud storage, mobile app

Best for: Digital nomads, remote workers, and anyone who needs both mail management and parcel forwarding.

Skip if: You only care about forwarding online shopping orders at the lowest cost.

URL: PostScanMail.com

087. Boxinus

Boxinus has a decent feature set and seems aimed at people who want a more business-like operation with forwarding, repacking, storage, and buy-for-me help. The New Jersey location is fine, but remember that tax-free warehouse states have a genuine edge for some purchases. That part alone can change your total cost more than a small forwarding discount.

Key fact	Details
Warehouse	New Jersey
Storage	About 30 days free
Services	Forwarding, repacking, consolidation, buy-for-me
Coverage	Claims broad international shipping coverage
Main note	Check sales tax impact versus tax-free competitors

Best for: Buyers who want a structured service and don’t mind a non-tax-free warehouse location.

Skip if: You are price-sensitive and want to minimize sales tax from day one.

URL: Boxinus.com

098. Shippn

Shippn is interesting because it isn’t just a US forwarding play. It gives you access to multiple countries through local hosts, which can be genuinely useful if the thing you want is only sold in Japan, Germany, Italy, or some other region-specific store. That’s the good part. The tradeoff is that host-based systems can feel less predictable than classic warehouse forwarders.

Key fact	Details
Address coverage	20+ countries, verify current list
Membership	Free
Storage	About 30 days
Services	Repacking, consolidation, forwarding, buy-for-me
Main strength	Access to non-US markets

Best for: Buying from countries other than the US, especially hard-to-access regional stores.

Skip if: You just want a plain US warehouse and the most predictable flow possible.

URL: https://www.shippn.com

109. Shipito

Shipito is still relevant, mostly because it offers multiple locations and long storage compared to some rivals. I like it more for experienced users than complete beginners. Why? Because the fee structure can take a minute to fully understand, especially if you start adding photos, consolidation, special handling, and assisted purchases.

Key fact	Details
Locations	US warehouses including tax-advantaged options, plus some international presence
Membership	Free and paid plans
Storage	Up to 180 days in some cases
Carriers	DHL, USPS, FedEx and others depending on route
Main concern	Fee model needs a careful read

Best for: People who want longer storage and more location flexibility.

Skip if: You want the simplest possible billing and workflow.

URL: Shipito.com

1110. Borderlinx

Borderlinx used to appear in a lot of old forwarding lists. It is no longer a current recommendation, and you should verify its operational status before trusting any old article that still pushes it. I left it here only because people still search for it. If you’re choosing today, go with Stackry, MyUS, or Shipito instead.

Key fact	Details
Status	Old brand, verify before use
Why avoid	Outdated reputation, poor support history, stale web mentions
Replacement	Stackry or MyUS for general use

Best for: Nobody, unless you independently confirm it is active and improved.

Skip if: You value your parcel.

URL: http://www.borderlinx.com

1211. NyBox

NyBox gives you a New York address and handles both mail and parcels. That’s workable, but New York isn’t exactly a tax-saving dream. If you’re buying something expensive, that warehouse location alone can make a better competitor more attractive.

Key fact	Details
Warehouse	New York
Services	Package and mail forwarding
Storage	About 30 days
Main note	Possible sales tax impact
Coverage	Verify current destination list before using

Best for: People who specifically want a New York address and mail forwarding.

Skip if: You want a tax-free warehouse state.

URL: Nybox.com

1312. OPAS

OPAS is worth mentioning because it gives you access to both Japan and the US, which is rare enough to matter. If you’re trying to buy from Japanese stores that don’t accept overseas buyers, this can be more useful than a normal US-only forwarder. The catch is usually cost. Services like this tend to charge more because they can.

Key fact	Details
Regions	US and Japan
Membership	Free and paid tiers
Main appeal	Japan access
Main drawback	Can be pricier than US-only options

Best for: Buyers who need Japan forwarding, not just US forwarding.

Skip if: You only shop from US stores.

URL: opas.com

1413. USGoBuy

I’ve used USGoBuy myself, so I trust it more than some names on this list that only look good in comparison tables. Their Oregon address helps with sales tax, and my own experience with support was good. Once I had a return issue and a small payment problem, and instead of acting like robots, they handled it sensibly. That kind of thing matters after midnight when your package status stops making sense.

Key fact	Details
Warehouse	Oregon, tax-free
Services	Consolidation, repacking, returns, forwarding, holding
Storage	Up to 60 days, verify current terms
Carriers	DHL, UPS, FedEx, USPS
Main strength	Helpful support and practical return handling

Best for: Small to medium parcels, especially if you want a tax-free address and decent support.

Skip if: You need a UK address too, or you only care about shaving every last dollar off shipping.

URL: usgobuy.com

1514. USSendHome

USSendHome is fine as a backup if your preferred service doesn’t support your country or product type. But I wouldn’t start here. The value isn’t obvious compared to the better-known options, and old reports already placed it on the expensive side.

Key fact	Details
Membership	Free
Carrier focus	DHL-heavy routing
Main issue	Higher pricing and narrower fit
Coverage	Verify destination list before using

Best for: Edge cases where a more popular forwarder doesn’t work for your destination.

Skip if: You have access to Stackry, MyUS, or USGoBuy.

URL: ussendhome.com

1615. Shop & Ship

Shop & Ship, backed by Aramex, is one of the better-known global forwarding products because it gives you many country addresses, not just a US one. That’s powerful if you shop internationally on purpose. If you’re only trying to order one or two US items now and then, it can feel like paying for a bigger machine than you need.

I still think it’s more suited to frequent importers than casual buyers. Reliable, yes. Cheap, not really. Especially once weight and routing start piling up.

Key fact	Details
Network	Multiple shopping addresses across many countries
Carrier	Aramex ecosystem
Membership	Paid access structure may apply by market, check current terms
Main strength	Multi-country reach
Main drawback	Can get expensive for small buyers

Best for: Frequent international shoppers and small import businesses.

Skip if: You only need a US address once in a while.

URL: www.shopandship.com

Who this is for, and who it isn’t for

This is for you if: you keep finding products on US or UK stores that won’t ship to your country, or the store ships internationally but charges silly rates.

This isn’t for you if: your country has heavy customs on the item, the product is restricted, or the local reseller price ends up close after tax and shipping.

Why people use package forwarders in the first place

The obvious reason is access. A store won’t ship to you, but it will ship inside the US. Problem solved, at least on paper.

The second reason is cost. Sometimes the product price in the US is much lower, especially for electronics, shoes, supplements, and outlet deals. And sometimes a tax-free warehouse state saves you enough money to matter.

The third reason is convenience. Some services let you combine multiple packages into one shipment, which can save a decent amount if you know what you’re doing.

The mistake most people make before buying

They only compare shipping rates. That’s how people get trapped. You also need to check sales tax, storage limits, repacking fees, consolidation fees, insurance, assisted purchase fees, and customs in your own country.

A forwarder that looks $8 cheaper at checkout can end up costing more after all the extra bits show up. I’ve seen that movie too many times.

Customs and restricted items, the part nobody enjoys

This is where many orders die. Your forwarder may accept the parcel, but that doesn’t mean your country will accept it. Drones, lithium batteries, perfumes, sprays, flammables, certain medical products, and branded goods can trigger restrictions or extra paperwork.

I learned this the annoying way with drone-related gear. The package forwarding side was easy. The import side was the headache. So before you buy, check your local customs rules first. Not after the parcel is already sitting in a warehouse clocking storage days.

Also, duties can be brutal depending on your country and product category. If you’re in Pakistan, UAE, India, or somewhere with active import checks, don’t assume you’ll slide through just because the item is small.

How these forwarding services actually work

Once you sign up, the service gives you a warehouse address plus a suite number or customer ID. You use that address at checkout on the store you want to buy from.

When your package arrives at the warehouse, they log it into your account. Then you choose what to do next. Ship it as-is, wait for more packages and consolidate, ask for photos, request repacking, or return it.

That’s the clean version. The messy version is when the store forgets your suite number, the tracking updates late, or support replies after two business days while you’re refreshing your inbox in bad weather and worse mood.

What if the store rejects your payment method

This still happens a lot. Some US stores reject foreign cards, foreign billing addresses, or anything that looks remotely unusual. In that case, use a forwarder with a buy-for-me or assisted purchase option. You’ll pay extra, but it can rescue an order that would otherwise never go through.

Do one thing. Before placing the order yourself, check whether the store is known to cancel freight-forwarder orders. Some brands do this on purpose, especially for hype sneakers, Apple products, and selective beauty brands.

What if the site blocks your country completely

Sometimes the product page itself won’t load properly from your country, or pricing changes based on region. In those cases, a VPN can help you browse the site as a US visitor. That’s just for viewing and checking out what exists. It doesn’t magically fix payment or merchant fraud rules, so don’t expect miracles.

Is package forwarding safe

Usually, yes. But only with companies that have a real track record, clear fees, responsive support, and enough public feedback to judge them properly. This industry has always had some sketchy players. A nice-looking website means nothing.

If the item is expensive, add insurance, keep every invoice, save screenshots, and use tracked shipping from the seller to the warehouse. If something goes wrong, documentation is half the fight.

The right way to ship through a forwarder

1. Pick the service based on your country, item type, and total landed cost, not just the first shipping quote.
2. Use your customer number exactly as given.
3. Keep the seller tracking number and invoice.
4. Consolidate only when it makes sense. Heavy items don’t always benefit.
5. Add insurance for expensive orders.
6. Check restricted item rules before paying.

Can you receive letters too

Yes, many of these companies also handle letters and mail, though the better options for that are usually services like PostScan Mail rather than standard shopping forwarders. If you need scanned mail, shredding, check deposits, or regular mailbox use, choose a mailbox-first provider, not just a package forwarder that treats mail like an afterthought.

What about returns

Many forwarders can return a package to the seller for an extra handling fee plus postage. This is useful if the item reaches the warehouse and you realize it’s the wrong size, wrong model, or fake-looking enough to make you nervous.

One hidden cost people miss is return timing. Some stores have short return windows, and warehouse delays can eat half that time. So if you think a return may happen, don’t leave the parcel sitting there for a week while you decide.

If you’re in the US, can you still use these services

Yes. Some people use them to ship to tax-free states, consolidate orders, hold packages, or receive mail while traveling. It can make sense, though for domestic US buyers the savings depend heavily on the store, state tax rules, and final shipping cost.

What I’d actually do if it was my money

If I needed a plain US forwarding service today, I’d start with Stackry. It has the right mix of trust, tax advantage, and practical features.

If I wanted the safest mainstream option with broad coverage, I’d pick MyUS.

If I needed both US and UK addresses, I’d go with Ship7.

For my own orders, I still have a soft spot for USGoBuy because I had a good real support experience there. But if you want one recommendation for most readers, Stackry is the cleanest place to start.

Back To You

If you just want the short answer, my pick is Stackry for most people, with MyUS as the safer mainstream fallback. And if you need UK access too, look at Ship7.

Check the current rates before you commit, because this industry changes fast. But the bigger thing is this, don’t let a cheap quote fool you. The service that actually delivers your parcel without drama is usually the better bargain. I’ve learned that one the hard way, yaar.

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