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Shipping and Handling Rates and Methods

What shipping methods do you offer?
How much does it cost to ship an order?
Can I have my order shipped to an address different from my own?
Will all of the items in my order ship together?
Do you ship to locations outside of the United Kingdom?
Who pays import duties and taxes for an order shipped between countries?
Which countries in Europe are eligible for direct shipping?

What shipping methods do you offer?

We use several methods for shipping. See our Shipping, Tracking, and Delivery page for more details.

How much does it cost to ship my order?

The shipping and handling cost depends on where and how you want your items shipped. See our Shipping, Tracking, and Delivery page for more details. Please note that orders for multi-volume book, music or movie sets, exceptionally large or heavy books, and/or ephemera are subject to additional shipping and handling charges. We'll contact you for authorization if additional charges apply.

Can I have my order shipped to an address different from my own?

We can ship your order to just about any address you give us. When you place your order, you'll be asked to enter both a shipping and billing address--they don't need to be the same. See our Shipping, Tracking, and Delivery page for more details.

Will all of the items in my order ship together?

All of the items in your order that are listed as shipping from Alibris will be shipped together whenever possible. Items that are from one of our thousands of independent sellers will ship separately, direct from each seller.

See our Shipping, Tracking, and Delivery page for more details.

Do you ship to locations outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, we ship to most addresses worldwide. See our Shipping, Tracking, and Delivery page for more details.

Who pays import duties and taxes for an order shipped between countries?

If you are the recipient of an order, you may be subject to import duties and taxes, which are assessed when the package reaches your country. You are responsible for these and any other additional charges. Most carriers assess applicable duties and taxes when the shipment from us arrives in your country. If more money is owed, they will send you a letter notifying you of the charges and the steps you need to take to receive your package.

Unfortunately, we can't control or determine the duties and taxes that will apply to your order. Because policies vary, please contact your country's customs office for more information. When ordering from us, you are the importer of record and must comply with all applicable laws and regulations of the country in which you are receiving the goods.

Which countries in Europe are eligible for direct shipping?

You may ship your orders to Great Britain, Ireland, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, Sweden, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Austria, Norway, Finland, Greece, and Portugal.

More questions? Go back to the main Help & Customer Service page or send e-mail to Customer Service .