1、 Registration and Login
To access the consolidation website or app: Firstly, you need to visit the official website of the consolidation company or download its app on your computer or mobile phone.
Register Account: Click the "Register" button on the website or app, fill in relevant information (such as name, email, password, etc.), and complete the account registration.
Login Account: Use the registered email and password to log in to your consolidation account.
2、 Obtain consolidated shipping address
Add shipping address: After logging in, add the destination address you need to ship to in your account settings.
Obtain consolidated warehouse address: The consolidated shipping company will provide one or more consolidated warehouse addresses. When shopping in China, you need to fill in the shipping address as these consolidated warehouse addresses.
3、 Package mailing and storage
Domestic shopping: When purchasing goods on e-commerce platforms, fill in the shipping address as the consolidated warehouse address.
Package mailing: After the merchant ships the package, it will be mailed to the consolidation warehouse.
Scan code storage: After the package arrives at the consolidation warehouse, the warehouse staff will scan the code and weigh each package, confirm the package information, and then store it in the warehouse.
4、 Package management and container consolidation
Check package status: Log in to the consolidation account, and you can view the real-time status of the package, including received, awaiting consolidation, shipped, etc.
Apply for consolidation: When multiple packages arrive at the consolidation warehouse, you can apply for consolidation service to merge multiple packages into one package for transportation.
Package reinforcement and photography: If necessary, you can also apply for package reinforcement services to ensure the safety of the package during transportation. At the same time, warehouse staff will take photos of the package before packing, so that you can confirm the status of the package.
5、 Freight calculation and payment
Choose transportation method: Consolidation companies usually offer multiple transportation methods for you to choose from, such as air freight, sea freight, etc. You can choose the appropriate transportation method according to your own needs.
Freight calculation: Based on the volume, weight, and selected transportation method of the package, the consolidation system will automatically calculate the freight.
Payment of shipping fee: After confirming that the shipping fee is correct, you can choose the appropriate payment method for payment. After successful payment, the package will enter the shipping process.
6、 Package delivery and logistics tracking
Package outbound: After paying the shipping fee, the consolidation company will promptly release the package and send it to the destination.
Logistics tracking: You can view real-time logistics information in the consolidation account to understand the progress of package transportation.
Delivery: After the package arrives at the destination, you can choose to pick it up or have it delivered to your doorstep for delivery.
7、 Precautions
Understanding Prohibited Items: Before using consolidation services, please understand the destination's prohibited item regulations to avoid mailing prohibited items that may result in package seizure or return.
Timely communication: If there are any problems or questions during the consolidation process, please communicate with the customer service of the consolidation company in a timely manner to resolve them.
By following the above steps, you can easily use consolidation services to combine multiple packages for overseas shipping.