APO/DPO
1So... I read the FAQ(yes..all your hard(ish) work on it finally paid off), so now I have a new question:
Q: When will you start shipping to APO/FPO addresses?
Seriously.. it takes like a month to get my swag. Is there a super secret reason why you won't ship to APO and DPO addresses?
Sincerely,
Those of us serving Overseas.
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Although FedEx Smartpost allows for APO/FPO/DPO delivery, each package manifested is potentially dutiable and each package requires its own Form 2976A Customs Declaration and Dispatch Note inserted into its own 2976E clear envelope which is then affixed to the package. Although the form may be printed in bulk and the process somewhat (semi)automated, it is extremely labor intensive and cost prohibitive for most merchants. Further complicating the process is that once the package reaches California, New York, or Florida before it is transported to the overseas installation, it is not reliably traceable past that point as it is technically then in the possession of the DoD. Subsequently, merchants cannot reliably insulate themselves against claim of non-delivery and insuring the package is problematic (actually, insuring the package isn't the issue, so much as is collecting on any claim). Finally, APO/FPO/DPO packages are notoriously subject to very rough handling once they leave the CONUS (Continental US) and damaged parcels are not uncommon. So those precious few bags of Texas air aren't going to reach you inflated. Meh packages items for domestic handling (and even that is sometimes questionable - no offense to Meh). Parcels that do not fit into a #1 USPS sack are also returned to sender at a high rate. You're better off with a friend or family member (or a reliable remailer) taking delivery and repackaging the item and forwarding it to you.
So.. what you are saying is...
VIP members who are overseas need to pay an extra 5 bucks?